Jeffrey A. Kwass
Co-President
Jeffrey manages the sales and marketing functions at ViewPoint. Formerly with Conrail, Jeff was the international shipping group marketing manager as well as the New England forest products marketing manager. He has an MBA from the Darden School at the University of Virginia and a B.A. in political economy from Colorado College. Jeff was Serves on the board of the Massachusetts Sign Association.
David J. Randa
Co-President
Dave heads the operations at ViewPoint. He spent eight years at the Oracle Corporation where he was a regional consulting manager specializing in helping customers improve their operations through the use of accounting, distribution and manufacturing software. Dave has an MBA from the Darden School at the University of Virginia and a B.S. in computer science from the University of Delaware. Dave is currently Vice President of the Northeast Canvas Products Association.
Operation Management
William Gavigan
Account Manager
Bill is responsible for business development and account management at ViewPoint. Bill studied commercial art at the Rhode Island School of Design and has 35 years of sign industry experience in design, sales, and manufacturing. He serves on the Executive Board of the RI Sign Contractors Association and represents the state of Rhode Island for the International Sign Association.
Bart Steele
Account Manager
Bart brings a strong sales and management background to the team. He directed all buying and merchandising activities for New England's largest independent video chain. Bart topped $1 million in sales for three consecutive years as Sales Manager for a leading commercial sign company. He also built brand recognition as Regional Sales Manager for a national sign extrusion wholesaler. Bart is an appointed member of the North Attleboro Zoning Board of Appeals.
Scott J. Spaulding
Account Manager
Scott is responsible for account management. He possesses a strong knowledge of architectural signage developed over ten years in sign sales and operational management. He was a facilities manager in the hospitality industry with Marriott for ten years before joining the sign industry in 1995. Scott studied management at Northeastern University.
Jamie Johnstone
Account Manager
Jamie began his career in the restaurant industry before joining Alpha Sign and Awning in Franklin where he worked for almost twenty years. As an account manager at ViewPoint, Jamie works with many long-term Alpha customers as well as newer ViewPoint customers. Jamie has an exceptional knowledge of manufacturing, installation and sign service due to his career track having worked within these departments. Jamie is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University.
Sean Donovan
Project Management
Sean has 13 plus years experience in the sign industry with an extensive background in graphic design and sign installation. Previously employed with LSI Retail Graphics and Sunshine Sign Co. Sean graduated from Butera School of Art sign program. His responsibilities include project management, customer service, site analysis and surveys, applying for permits and scheduling installation. Sean's keen design sense along with his attention to detail enables him to excel at servicing ViewPoints' national accounts.
Jack Floyd
Project Management
Jack has over 18 years of experience in the sign industry throughout New England. He was formerly employed with Barlo Signs, where he managed the project management department. Jack's responsibilities include project management, estimating, business development and customer service, as well as coordinating the site survey process. Jack is a Berklee College graduate and completed a 900-hour course in computer electronics at GTE Sylvania Technical Institution.
Operation Management
George Johnstone
Estimator
George has over 18 years experience in all aspects of the sign industry as the owner and founder of Alpha Sign & Awning Co., Inc. George is responsible for cost estimating and project evaluation. He is a graduate of the G.E. apprentice machinist program and a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker. He has an Associates degree in Business Administration from Dean College, and studied Industrial Engineering and Management at Central New England College.
Norm Harkness
Sign Manager
Norm has over 30 years of sign manufacturing experience with a solid background in the manufacturing, installation and service of all types of signs. He most recently served as the Operations Manager at Centredale Signs and AA Thrifty Sign and Awning. Norm's extensive knowledge and experience working with contractors and designers serves him well in satisfying client needs.
Douglas Devine
Awning / Installation Manager
Doug has over 20 years of extensive experience in the sign and awning manufacturing industry. He is responsible for managing awning production and installation. Doug was formerly employed with B.H. Awning where he served as plant manager. He studied drafting and engineering at Hall Institute of Technology in Rhode Island and Big Bend Community College in Washington. Doug has a 19-year military background serving as a Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom Veteran.
Merrill Leavens
Service Department Manager
Merrill has over 25 years of electrical sign experience. He is responsible for managing the service department's day-to-day operations as well as sale development. Merrill was formerly the installation manager of Advanced Signing. He is a licensed Rhode Island sign contractor and is licensed for building operation in the City of Boston. Merrill's extensive commercial sign experience coupled with his commitment to customer satisfaction empowers ViewPoint with an organized and prompt service solution.
Jay Tuccolo
Art Director / Graphics Manager
Jay has over 20 years of sign design and production experience. He is responsible for managing the graphic design and production department. Jay has a B.S. in Communications Media with a specialization in Graphic Design from Fitchburg State College. Formerly Sign Center’s Art Director, Jay has extensive experience within the sign industry and computer sciences. His expertise in sign design, strategic marketing, IT research/development, and systems development has enabled ViewPoint to maintain its dedication to the highest quality product while growing its production capacity to meet the challenges of today's market.
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