•  Richard Faulkner, President
   •  Janet Faulkner, Vice President of Finance
   •  Larry A. Larson, Plant Superintendent
   •  Peter Macksey, Customer Relations
   •  William A. Griffith, Project Coordinator
   •  Guy Cummins, Purchasing Agent

Richard Faulkner, President
Richard Faulkner's chief goal when he purchased STEELFAB in 1988 was to build the necessary steel infra-structure that would give the Alaska oil and construction industries the confidence to manufacture steel products within the isolated state. His massive capital building campaign provided the capacities, and the STEELFAB reputation for quality control builds the confidence for buying all sizes of steel projects locally. He knew his two decades of previous experience in the steel business, including the ownership of Faulkner Supply & Services, would serve him well in the success of this endeavor.

Like many people imbued with the entrepreneurial spirit, Faulkner takes great pride in his company and its many capabilities. Leading the largest locally owned steel service center and fabricator in Alaska gives him great satisfaction; he realizes his company plays an intricate role in the state's economy.

Faulkner came to Alaska as an U.S. Army helicopter pilot, by way of Korea. He still holds a commercial pilot certification. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Alaska Methodist University. Faulkner also studied at Arkansas State University, the University of Maryland, and is a graduate of the U.S. Army Flight School.

Janet Faulkner, Vice President of Finance
The hand that sets the steady fiscal course at STEELFAB belongs to Janet Faulkner. Faulkner is co-owner of the corporation that she helped rebuild into the leading steel service center and fabricator in Alaska.

Faulkner has broad-based experience in finances. Before purchasing STEELFAB in 1988, she worked as an accounting manager and bank officer in Anchorage, where she has lived for nearly 30 years. This track record in the Alaska economy gives Janet Faulkner an edge when evaluating the financial elements of the operation.

Faulkner knows that outstanding customer service is as equally important as providing a top product in today's market. She sees a steady growth as customers continue to discover that steel fabrication done outside the state just five years ago can now be produced at STEELFAB.

Faulkner earned a Bachelor degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of Alaska Anchorage. She also attended Arkansas State University.

Larry A. Larson, Plant Superintendent
As superintendent, Larry Larson establishes the work priorities in STEELFAB'S 80,000 square foot plant. He schedules all jobs in the plant and hires and assigns all plant employees. Larson is in charge of requisitioning all materials, tools and parts needed to complete jobs.

Larson has worked at STEELFAB since 1989. He began work as a STEELFAB welder and fabricator and was later promoted to superintendent. Larson demonstrated his leadership qualities early. He worked for Twin City Shipyard in Minnesota for six years as the lead welder and fabricator, and was the shop foreman for two of the four years he worked for American Semi.

Larson says his daily goal is to provide quality products in a timely manner so the customer, the company and the employees all benefit. He is keenly aware of the significance of his role in the company for maintaining the steady flow of work.

Larson studied at the WITI Technical Institute, where he learned welding and blueprint reading. He holds a variety of welding certificates. Larson recently augmented his years of experience with several management courses regarding the supervision of employees.

Peter Macksey, Customer Relations
You can talk to Peter Macksey about steel. He has worked it from all angles, so he has the answers to some questions most people have never even thought to ask. As a journeyman ironworker since 1979, Macksey worked on many of the major steel structures on the Alaska scene.

Macksey came to work for STEELFAB in 1991. He worked as a foreman on the construction of the second plant. Two years in maintenance gave Mackey a detailed knowledge of the company's operations before he stepped in as a sales representative and then on as a customer relations representative. Today STEELFAB's customers depend on Macksey for labor quotes and practical advice. He knows the kind of service that STEELFAB customers have come to expect.

Macksey attended Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, MA and Anchorage Community College.

William A. Griffith, Project Coordinator
Bill Griffith's work as a sales representative and detail draftsman for STEELFAB prepared him well for his project coordinator position. His combined practical experience and training allows Griffith to smoothly coordinate huge multi-dimensional projects.

Griffith easily works with estimating, purchasing, detailing, quality control and shipping departments both at STEELFAB and with the customers' companies. He works closely with the fabrication plant and sub-contractors to insure that a completed project meets all expectations. Griffith knows the best way to keep customers confident is to keep them fully informed about the project.

Griffith worked six years in the rebar fabrication business and in a machine shop before being employed at STEELFAB in 1991. He earned an Associate degree in Computer Drafting (with a national honor certificate), and an auto mechanic diploma.

Guy Cummins, Purchasing Agent
The orderly control around STEELFAB is due in a large part to Guy Cummins, who purchases materials and stock for all jobs. Cummins is responsible for the massive task of a computerized inventory control that instantly lets customers and STEELFAB employees know what kinds of materials are on site---from huge sheets of metal to boxes of computer paper.

A STEELFAB employee since 1990, Cummins maintains a computerized inventory ordering control system, which he built from scratch. He is responsible for the important task of maintaining all material tests reports, which customers and regulatory agencies may rely on for years. Cummins says "I'm not just here for the paycheck: my career goal is to keep current with technology and keep myself and my job current."

Cummins worked in warehouses on the North Slope and Anchorage before moving to STEELFAB. His HAZ-MAT and first aid training brings other dimensions to the company. A graduate of Bartlett High School in Anchorage, he also attended the University of Arkansas. His hobbies of sports and hunting keeps Cummins busy throughout all the seasons.