Renegade Steel Buildings, Inc.
Hoschton, GA 30548
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Renegade Steel Buildings, Inc.
Founder/President
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST |
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Key Contacts
Owners, Principals & Senior Executives
Kevin Welch's Bio
As the Lead Renegade, Kevin brings almost two decade’s worth of experience in the steel building industry with solid focuses on sales and operations. He launched Renegade Steel at the beginning of 2010 and has carefully constructed an experienced and knowledgeable team of sales professionals who share a dedication to their customers and their craft. In doing so, Renegade Steel’s business tripled during the first three years of operation as it serves a diverse clientele from the beaches of Florida to the hills of California.
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Professional Philosophy: “The Golden Rule still applies! My sales team and I always treat our customers the way we would want to be treated. We also do what we say we’re going to do. That’s a lost art in this day and age, but one we are committed to.”
What I Like Most About Renegade Steel: “I love what I do for a living and who I do it with! I believe in the product we’re selling. I enjoy servicing my customers and building relationships. And I have a blast working with a great group of people. I’m proud of what we’ve built together and what we’re continuing to build.”
Pet Peeves: Tardiness; Disorganization; Laziness or Lack of Effort
Favorite Things: “MY GIRLS – my wife and daughters get every bit of my time when I’m not in the office. I also love vacationing with my family, and hunting or fishing on the rare occasion.”
Special Talent: Kevin has never met a problem he couldn’t solve!
Lee NeSmith's Bio
With a quarter of a century’s worth of sales experience to his credit – nearly 20 years of those in the steel building industry – providing excellent customer service comes naturally to Lee. It’s not only what he knows – it’s what he loves and he wouldn’t want to do anything else. He was a natural choice as a founding member of the Renegade Steel team.
Professional Philosophy: “I believe the formula for success is directly related to honesty, integrity, and treating people the way they should be treated.”
What I Like Most About Renegade Steel: “I really enjoy meeting and talking to new people, so I like the fact that this is a customer-focused company that finds new ways to go the extra mile. Plus, the Renegade team is more like a close-knit family than co-workers – we work very well together.”
Pet Peeves: Disorganization; Clutter – “I’m a clean freak!”
Favorite Things: “I love spending time with my family, especially my kids and grandbaby. We take a family vacation to the beach at St. Augustine together every year. I also really love snow skiing and Mexican food.”
Special Talent: “I believe that I have a unique skill for connecting with people – I really enjoy using that ability to work with our youth and college students at my church.”
Operations
John Kivett's Bio
John got his first taste of leadership as Team Captain of Furman University’s football team, the Paladins. After graduating in 2006 with a degree in business administration, he entered the steel building industry and found his new niche. He takes his role as Controller and Operations Manager at Renegade Steel very seriously, and no doubt has designs on achieving the title of team MVP.
Professional Philosophy: “I am very detail-oriented – down to the penny, and am committed to always doing the right thing. I’m not afraid to tackle the small, mundane tasks that make the bigger tasks easier. With a firm grasp of my personal morals and values, I try to approach everything and everyone with honesty and integrity.”
What I Like Most About Renegade Steel: “There is no tension at the office – everybody gets along and the atmosphere is great. I really appreciate how approachable Kevin is – he truly values our opinions and listens to what we have to say.”
Pet Peeve: ACCOUNTABILITY – “If you make a mistake, you make a mistake. Own up to it and be accountable. We’ll find a solution.”
Favorite Things: “My family – I love spending time with my wife and our two children. We have a good time doing just about anything, especially going to Lake Hartwell and attending Furman football games.”
Claim to Fame: John went to Furman University on a football scholarship and became an All-Conference Offensive Tackle.
Business Development, Marketing & Sales
Jeff McPhail's Bio
Jeff's career has given him a variety of experiences that he utilizes to help enhance our company and customer experience. He started his career in the graphics arts industry as a graphic artist. His electronics engineering degree allowed him to move to a service support manager position on the manufacturing side of the industry. He followed that with opening a photography studio. He eventually came to Renegade in a sales capacity for three years. His artistic and sales experience allows him to understand the needs of communicating well with our customers.
Professional Philosophy: Work hard at any job that you do regardless of what that is. Take pride in doing a good job and others will notice.
What I Like Most About Renegade Steel: I like the friendly work environment. It's almost like a small family here with everybody supporting each other all with a common goal of providing an excellent product for our customers.
Pet Peeves: Laziness
Favorite Things: Spending time with family.
Hobbies: Tennis, Golf, Painting, Photography, working on classic cars
Jim Carroll's Bio
After graduating from Florida State University with a degree in Economics (Go Noles!), Jim spent 25 years in the service industry – many of those behind the bar of some of the finest establishments in the South (picture Tom Cruise in the movie “Cocktail”). It was there that he developed a signature style in dealing with people – quickly putting them at ease with his approachable nature and laid-back attitude. Jim brings his expertise in customer service, talent for organization, and strong analytical skills to the Renegade Steel team.
Professional Philosophy: “I always give 110% to everything I do. I’m passionate about my work – sometimes overly so.”
What I Like Most About Renegade Steel: “I am working with lifelong friends who share an enthusiasm for what we’re doing. We utilize several decades’ worth of combined experience from each of our industries to redefine how to do our job in the best way possible. We’re being given all the tools and making things happen.”
Pet Peeves: Dirty dishes; Empty tank of gas
Favorite Things: “My wife and our little girls. I also love rock music from the ‘80’s, the Great Outdoors, photography, and taking trips to Lake Hartwell and the beach at St. George Island.
Special Talent: Jim is a master mixologist – he can make any cocktail in the book and even concoct a few of his own special creations.