Lyons Roofing - King Of The Rooftops

Paul LaNue

President

Career: I have been an entrepreneur since a teenager, first cleaning restaurant kitchens then moving ‘West Young Man’ and building a commercial carpet cleaning company. I moved into sales with Universal Roofing in 1992 until they closed. I spent the next 7 years with Scott Roofing. In 2001 I was recruited to help build Lyons Roofing. After 4 years revenues increased over 400% at which time my wife and I purchased the company in March of 2005.

Personal Background: I was born and raised in Miami Beach, but spent much of my early years with my family in Barranquilla, Columbia. I came to Arizona in 1976. I have 1 sister and brother-in-law in Florida, 2 grown children and one in HS. My wife is my partner in life and crime!

Likes/Dislikes: I love deep sea fishing, cooking and eating it! I am the grilled fish master.

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Rhonda LaNue

Director of Business Operations

Career: Varied and diverse. I waited tables well into my 20’s and loved it. I began my career with Sprint when they were still owned by Southern Pacific Railroad and had about 700 employees total! I spent the next 13 years in the telecommunications industry in sales. I went back to school and pursued my degree in Organizational Communications with a minor in Spanish from ASU West graduating in 2000. I spent 5 years in software training and loved it until buying a roofing company!

Personal Background: I was born and raised in NY and don’t think I talk funny! I have 2 sisters back east. I moved to AZ in 1978, met the love of my life in ’88, and forfeited half my brain cells to my son in ’94. (At least I knew where they went!)

Likes/Dislikes: I love animals, especially my doggies, quiet time at home, my garden, meditation and my friends. I am passionate about life and education, common sense, morals and values. I dislike lack of responsibility, anchovies, bad drivers and litterbugs!

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Daryl Moore

General Superintendent

Career: I started working in construction (roofing & siding) with my father at the age of 14. I have worked for Western States Roofing, Fred Andrews Roofing, Universal Roofing, and Scott Roofing Company. I started loading roofs and then moved to installation were I learned tile, shingle, modified and shake roofing. I also served as a service tech – leak finder and problem solver. I have served as a superintendent, production manager and am currently the general superintendent at Lyons Roofing since 2001.

Personal Background: I was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. I worked with my dad in construction starting when I was 14 years old. I moved to AZ in 1976 and I started out loading roofs first then learned roofing and became one of the best at installing roofs. I found problems, then moved to the service department and then moved into supervision and finally into production manager. I got married in 1982 and we have 2 boys. The oldest is the Sales Administrator at Lyons Roofing and the youngest is a custom stereo installer. I took the entire family to Hawaii for my wife and I’s 25th wedding anniversary where we got married for a second time.

Likes/Dislikes: I like fishing, hunting, ATV's and 4x4 vehicles. I like spicy food and seafood. I like action, adventure and hunting movies. I like to do a roofing job right the first time and I believe in taking care of all of my employee’s.

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Gary Walsh

Sales Manager

Career: I have been in the roofing business for 30 years. I started in high school helping my uncle do shingle jobs in Chicago and continued through college. I have installed cedar shake for 10 years. I have been in sales since 1991. I have been a sales manager and a general manager for residential and commercial roofing.

Personal Background: I was raised in Chicago and I moved to Phoenix in 1993. I’m told I still have all my Midwest styles and accents. I miss the big city. I love to go back and see relatives and friends. I’m half Irish and half German, so of course I marry a beautiful Italian and Irish girl. I have 2 grown children – my daughter Jenna is married and my son Ryan is in college. I am looking forward to one day having grand kids.

Likes/Dislikes: I like to travel and spend time with family. I play softball and love to do anything water related (so why do I live in the desert?). I also enjoy riding motorcycles with my wife.

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Dan Wolf

Project Estimator

Career: I have been in the roofing industry for 17 years. I spent 12 years in California where I helped run RoofTime, Inc. I have been with Lyons Roofing as a Project Consultant since 2006.

Personal Background: I was born in San Diego and I have lived in St. Louis, MO, Cleveland, OH, Long Island, NY and Camarillo, CA, before coming to the desert in 2003. I met my wife working at McDonalds. I have been married 23 years (to the same woman). We have 2 children, well they are grown, 21 and 23, both go to ASU. My oldest is going to graduate next year, thank goodness!

Likes/Dislikes: I like going to the movies, watching a good football game, (hopefully the Chargers win) and I am an avid reader. I dislike sloppy joes and pot stickers.

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Julie Moore

Commercial Sales

Career: I have been in the roofing business for over 20 years, both residential and commercial.

Personal Background: I was born in Denver, CO and am a big Denver Broncos fan. I have 5 siblings who all live in Denver. I have eight nieces and nephews and one stepson, who lives here in Arizona.

Likes/Dislikes: I like football, golf, reading, Mexican food and margaritas. My favorite TV shows are 24, The Mentalist, Grey’s Anatomy and yes, American Idol. I dislike seafood, (zits and cold sores ha ha) and grouchy people.

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Ann Pepper

Business Development Manager

Career: I have been in some form of sales or business development for 25+ years. I can’t really be that old! I love Sales, what other career choice allows you to dig in and learn such varied industries. I have sold food products to chefs with US Foods, Candy to distributors for M&M/Mars, Clinical supplies to dentists for Smarthealth, Cosmetic Medical Devices to plastic surgeons for Medicis Pharmaceuticals and now Roofing Systems to commercial clients of Lyons Roofing. What a ride. Truth is, the critical factors for success in all of these endeavors remain the same. Work hard for your clients, care about their needs, be honest and forthright, do what you say you are going to do and you will never have to ask for the business. I am proud to work for Lyons Roofing as it is clear we share the same values.

Personal Background: Yo, I am from the Bronx. Yes, I was born and raised in New York City. 30 years later…millions of people follow me everywhere I go. I love living here- although I have my heart set on a summer home in Canon Beach Oregon someday. I graduated from ASU with a BS in business management and marketing. Go Devils. My husband Jene and I have been married for 20 years and have two great kids, Andrew and Jack. Jack often spends time in the summer at Camp Lyons and his favorite thing- books! Andrew is a self proclaimed band geek. He is on the drum line at Chaparral HS and constantly is beating his mental song on his own chest. We also own a small café in North Scottsdale called the Dragonfly Café. No it is not Asian food- it is New American cuisine and it is really my husband’s mistress in a way.

Likes/Dislikes:I don't like generally, negative people. I find them exhausting. I don’t like Okra. Oh, and I don’t like that I can’t drive in the carpool lane with my hybrid- oh the travesty of it all. I like to cook, but not to clean. I wouldn’t call myself an artist, but I do like to do crafty stuff. Our family shares a passion for the National Parks and hiking. I like to read, but don’t seem to find the time. I like to laugh to tears most of all.

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Steve Cornwell

Project Estimator

Career: I grew up in a family business. It was a small roofing company that my father started back in 1976 (Courtesy Roofing). I have worked from the smallest to the largest companies in town. I have been with Lyons Roofing since 2006 and I really feel like I am at home.

Personal Background: I am a second generation native to the state of AZ – the Cornwell name came from England. I have lived in the East Valley my whole life. My wife and I have 4 kids – 2 boys and 2 girls.

Likes/Dislikes: My whole family is into sports and the outdoors. My family and I do a lot of ATV riding and outdoor activities.

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Fred Batko

Project Estimator

Career: I have been in the roofing business for 12 years estimating roof jobs. I was an Estimator at C&N Roofing and Century Roofing before coming to Lyons.

Personal Background: I was born and raised in Chicago IL. I sold beer at Wrigley field and Comiskey Park.

Likes/Dislikes: I enjoy the movies, sushi and sports. I’m a life master bridge player.

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Matt Elliot

Shingle Superintendent

Career: I spent 3 years at the Olive Garden as a bartender, server, and certified trainer. I spent 1 year with Scott Roofing as a Tear off Foreman and Warehouse Manager. I am currently a Superintendent at Lyons Roofing and have been here since 2006.

Personal Background: I was born in California and raised as a river rat. I lived in South Carolina and loved the food; I got the accent then had to leave. I am the redneck of my family; the vast majority of my family stayed in California and they are your “typical” California people.

Likes/Dislikes: I love to cook and one day would like to have my own restaurant.

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Paul Armstrong

Tile Superintendent

Career: I have been in roofing since 1986. Having begun my career as a roofer, I am experienced in installation, service and assuring quailty workmanship. I am TRI certified and have won a number of achievement awards. I love roofing! My expertise is installing your roof correctly the first time!

Personal Background: I am an Arizona native and all of my family lives in Phoenix. I am very handy and can fabricate most anything.

Likes/Dislikes: I like Mexican food and casual clothing. I love anything to do with anything with a motor off road, and believe it or not, Nascar puts me to sleep! I believe you should enjoy life while you are here, since it's just for a short time. I also love pine trees, elk and deer, with no desire to kill them. I don't like anchovies or misbehaved children.

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Andy Gutierrez

Controller

Career: While working as a tech in the public safety communications industry I discovered a love for numbers and moved into an accounting role. I accepted a controllership position at a construction company and eventually started my own firm specializing in construction.

Personal Background: I'm a second generation Phoenix native. The only person in the family with enouygh sense to get out of the heat has been my little sister, who moved to Grand Junction, CO. Six years ago I met my partner Shawn and we live with our three dogs and four cats in Laveen.

Likes/Dislikes: like reading, writing, and learning in general. As an avid supporter of the sustainability movement, I believe that business can be profitable and responsible. I dislike mean people, dishonesty, and climbing radio towers.

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Wendy Miller

Production Manager

Career: Most of my career has been spent in the automotive industry holding various positions from service advisor to marketing manager and general manager. In 2008 I was given the opportunity to change industries and that’s how I landed at Lyons Roofing.

Personal Background: Born in Port Washington, Wisconsin as an only child. Spent most of my life on the South Carolina coast until moving to Arizona in 1997 when my son Jacob was a year old.

Likes/Dislikes: I get teased because I don’t eat any condiments! Yes, no mustard, catsup, mayonnaise or creamy dressings. It makes ordering fast food difficult and frustrating because most don’t understand ‘plain’!

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Mandy Davidson

Service Administrator

Career: I've most recently spent four years in the fire service industry working at a firetruck and ambulance sales and service center. I was responsible for submitting all bids for the sales department to cities and fire departments all across AZ and NV. I also worked on all sorts of general admin. duties including: accounting, marketing and service/warranty processing.

Personal Background: I'm a fun, outgoing, energetic person, who loves having a good time and meeting new people. I'm an AZ native who loves the big city and all the hype that comes with it. I came from a large family, all AZ natives. I'm one of five kids who are now scattered all across the country. My extended family consists of 9 aunts and uncles and 49 cousins.

Likes/Dislikes: I love photography, sports, movies and almost all outdoor activities. I enjoy all types of food, but especially love Italian pastas and Mexican food. I'm a sucker for romantic comedies and never pass up a good love story. I sometimes spend my weekends traveling around the state and exploring new places. Outside the office, you will find me in jeans and sneakers exploring something new.

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Billie Gandara

Administrative Receptionist

Career: I have worked for different industries including transportation, aerospace-manufacturing and construction, with the main focus on customer service and now focusing on accounting.

Personal Background: I was born in a small town in California, where I spent half of my childhood and the other half in Texas. I have been living in Arizona for 20-25 years in Tucson and 15 years here in Phoenix. I am a proud mother of three. I have a son and two daughters who are my life. My husband and I have been friends since I moved to Phoenix in 1995 and we finally married in 2005, after 10 years of him chasing me.

Likes/Dislikes: I love football and I am a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. (Don't bother me during football season). I love watching movies - Tom Hanks is my favorite actor.

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Executive Bios | Sales Bios | Production Bios | Administration Bios

Executive Bios

Paul LaNue

Rhonda LaNue

Daryl Moore

Sales Bios

Gary Walsh

Dan Wolf

Julie Moore

Ann Pepper

Steve Cornwell

Fred Batko

Production Bios

Matt Elliot

Paul Armstrong

Administration Bios

Andy Gutierrez

Wendy Miller

Mandy Davidson

Billie Gandara

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