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Executive Team

A company in any industry would be proud to have achieved the success that ColonialWebb has realized for more than 50 years. We continually evolve as a premier solutions provider and trusted partner, thanks to our executive team’s relentless focus on nurturing the talents and capabilities of every team member.

Mitch Haddon

Chief Executive Officer

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Joe Piacentino

Chief Financial Officer

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Brett Mutnick

Vice President - Construction

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John Zilla

Regional VP - Building Service

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Ray Battani - CEM, LEED AP

Regional VP - Building Service

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Nathan Wethington

Vice President - Mission Critical

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Tyler Sinsabaugh

Vice President - Talent

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General Managers

Our general managers are architects of near-term strategies, driving operation excellence while nurturing the growth and development of our teammates.

Bob Kenawell

General Manager
Special Projects, Central Virginia

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Andy Eversole

General Manager
Industrial Refrigeration

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Chris Traugh

General Manager
Manufacturing

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John Whitehurst

General Manager
Building Service / Special Projects
Hampton Roads

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Jeffrey Cummins

General Manager
Baltimore Service Business

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Corporate Directors

Our shared services team is spearheaded by seasoned professionals renowned for their expertise. As proven leaders, they devise and execute streamlined solutions that bolster our business both internally and externally.

Susan Parker

Director of Corporate Services

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Wendy Pike

Director of Marketing & Brand Management

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TJ Tupponce

Director of Safety

Bryce Rogers

Supply Chain Director

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Mitch Haddon

President & Chief Executive Officer

Mitchell F. Haddon currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of ColonialWebb Contractors Company, a subsidiary of Comfort Systems USA. Mitch began his career with Colonial Mechanical Corporation in 1980 as an Estimator and Project Manager in the Construction Division. Prior to 1980, Mr. Haddon attended and graduated from J. Sergeant Reynolds with an AS degree in HVAC.

Mitch currently serves as the Chair for the Richmond SPCA, American Heart Association – Eastern Region, Pauley Heart Advisory Boards, and the President of the Maymont Foundation Board. He also serves on the Industry Board for the Myers-Lawson School of Construction at Virginia Tech and the boards of Chamber RVA, SwimRVA, and RVA-757 Connects. Mitch is also a member of the Richmond Management Round Table.

He previously served as President of the J. Sergeant Reynolds Foundation Board and chairman of the American Heart Association – Central Virginia Board.

Mitch grew up in Richmond, and now he and his wife, Sabine, reside in Glen Allen, enjoy equestrian activities, and share a passion for supporting the community.

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Joe Piacentino

Chief Financial Officer

Joe has been ColonialWebb’s Chief Financial Officer since 2015. He leads the back-office organization including Finance, AP, AR, Payroll, Benefits, Human Resources, Fleet, Risk Management and Information Technology. Prior to joining ColonialWebb, he spent 10 years with Balfour Beatty Construction (formerly Centex) in various operational finance roles, ultimately becoming the Senior Vice President/CFO, responsible for the company’s five operating divisions on the east coast including Washington, Carolinas, Georgia, Florida & Military Housing.

He graduated from Appalachian State University and began his career as a CPA with a national accounting firm in Atlanta, where he provided advisory services to construction businesses. Joe has been recognized for his ability to work collaboratively with customers, operational leaders and vendors to find solutions to business problems by leveraging his industry knowledge and strategic mindset.

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Brett Mutnick

Vice President - Construction

Brett Mutnick serves as Vice President of Construction. He oversees all of our large construction and manufacturing along with special projects in Central and Northern Virginia. Brett started his career at Colonial Mechanical in 1996 as a Project Engineer. Mr. Mutnick obtained his Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech as well as his MBA from the College of William & Mary. He serves as the Chairman of the Board for The Doorways, formerly known as the Hospital Hospitality House.

Brett and his wife Kristi reside in Henrico County with their two children, and enjoy family bike rides.

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John Zilla

Regional Vice President - Building Service

John Zilla serves as Regional Vice President, Building Service for ColonialWebb. John began his career at ColonialWebb in 2008 as Sales Manager in Richmond, VA and later became the Division Manager of Facility Management Services. That led to assignments in Hampton Roads and the role of Vice President of Service Sales. Prior to joining ColonialWebb, John held several manager roles at Alcoa. Mr. Zilla holds a BS degree in Business Administration from Christopher Newport University.

Today, John serves as a member of the Hampton Roads St. Jude Hospital Charity Board and is active with Christopher Newport University Alumni activities. He and wife, Pat, reside in Williamsburg VA where they share a passion for fitness and healthy lifestyles. They have two teenage boys who are active in golf and travel soccer.

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Ray Battani

Regional Vice President - Building Service

Ray Battani serves as Regional Vice President of Building Service for ColonialWebb. Ray started with ColonialWebb in 2001 as Operations Manager for the Harrisonburg Office. Prior to joining ColonialWebb, he owned and operated Southern Certified Air Systems in South Florida. Ray holds a LEED AP O&M and is also a Certified Energy Manager, (CEM). He studied Business Management and Marketing at Florida State University. Ray serves on the Board of Directors of the Central Virginia Apprenticeship Council.

Ray, his wife Sue, and their dog Cooper, enjoy hiking and vineyard hopping. Sue and Ray also enjoy watching UVA basketball.

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Nathan Wethington

Vice President - Mission Critical

Nathan Wethington currently serves as ColonialWebb’s Vice President for the Mission Critical Division, where he leads the company’s pursuit and execution of Mission Critical project work. Nathan’s team is responsible for ensuring ColonialWebb’s commitment to safety, schedule, and budget adherence in the successful execution of work in the Mission Critical Environment.

Nathan has enjoyed more than 12 years working in the commercial construction industry. He began his career with ColonialWebb in the Construction Division as a Project Engineer / Preconstruction Engineer. Nathan has a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering and business from the University of Virginia, where he graduated with the Highest Distinction.

Nathan’s attention to detail, technical knowledge, and leadership ability drive his passion for the overall customer experience. He is also an active leader in Lean efforts & prefabrication/modular development and has played a vital role in supporting new construction sales/preconstruction efforts throughout Virginia. During his tenure at ColonialWebb, he has driven our commitment to profitable growth, customer satisfaction, and safety.

Nathan currently is intimately involved with the local chapters of American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Airconditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 7×24 Exchange, Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), Associated Builders and Contractors VA Chapter (ABC VA) and Associated General Contractors VA Chapter (AGC VA).

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Tyler Sinsabaugh

Vice President - Talent

Tyler Sinsabaugh currently serves as ColonialWebb’s Vice President of Talent, where he leads the design and execution of ColonialWebb’s “teammate” strategies. Tyler’s team is responsible for traditional HR disciplines (i.e., talent, employee relations, HR compliance, benefits/wellness, workforce strategy, etc.).


Tyler has enjoyed more than 15 years working in the commercial construction industry. Before joining ColonialWebb in 2011, Tyler worked for a regional general contractor, serving in operations. Tyler has a master’s degree in HR Management (University of Richmond), a bachelor’s degree in Political Science (Longwood University), and holds professional HR certifications from HRCI and SHRM.



Tyler uses a values-driven approach to influence organizational culture and leadership behaviors to shape a positive employee experience to position ColonialWebb as the employer of choice for people in the skilled trades, a place where people want to work and do not want to leave. He is hopeful that regional workforce efforts will showcase career potential in the construction industry and drive more people to consider careers in the skilled trades.

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Bob Kenawell

General Manager - Special Projects

Central Virginia

Bob Kenawell currently serves as ColonialWebb’s General Manager of Special Projects, where he leads a team that delivers MEP construction service to small and medium-sized projects in the region. The team aims to provide values-based design-build solutions where projects need to be completed quickly and with minimal disruption to our customers’ business functions.

Bob has enjoyed more than 38 years working in the commercial construction industry and nearly 25 years at ColonialWebb. Before joining ColonialWebb in 1997, Bob owned and operated a small mechanical contracting business, worked for several regional contractors, serving in project operations. Bob has an associate degree (magna cum laude) in Mechanical Engineering from NVCC and holds a master’s license in HVAC, Electrical, and Gas Fitting.

Bob is a member of the apprenticeship committee and is driven to develop field leaders from within the organizations. He focuses on teaching, mentoring, and influencing employees that career progression from field to senior leadership exists, much like his own path here at ColonialWebb.

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Andy Eversole

General Manager - Industrial Refrigeration

Andy has been an integral part of ColonialWebb’s Industrial Refrigeration (IR) Team since 2021, starting as the Director of Engineering and Sales and now serving as the General Manager. He leads an exceptional team of experts dedicated to creating optimal cold environments. Prior to joining ColonialWebb, Andy spent 15 years at the Louis A. Roser Company, the oldest industrial refrigeration company in the US, where he served as Principal Engineer and held a position on the Board of Directors.

Andy brings a wealth of experience from his background in nuclear power, having served as an officer on USS Tennessee, a nuclear submarine, and as a supervisor at the Salem Nuclear Generating Station in NJ. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Utah, complemented by a master’s degrees in engineering management from Old Dominion University and an Executive MBA from the University of Utah. Andy is a licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states and currently serves as the acting President of the local RETA chapter.

Outside of work, Andy resides in Farmington with his family. He enjoys snowboarding, woodworking, and cherishes spending quality time with his grandaughter, Jane.

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Chris Traugh

General Manager - Manufacturing

Dr. Chris Traugh currently serves as ColonialWebb’s General Manager – Manufacturing, where he is transforming the way we prefabricate using lean manufacturing principles and advanced technologies. Chris’s team (Spooling, Manufacturing, and Logistics) is responsible for ensuring all prefabricated assemblies and components are produced efficiently, delivered on time, and to the highest quality standards; for both our internal and external customers.

Chris has enjoyed 5 years working in the commercial construction industry. Before joining ColonialWebb in 2018, Chris spent nearly 20 years as a leader in high mix/volume and low mix/volume manufacturing environments. Chris has a Doctorate in Business Administration, Masters in Business Administration, a Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering, and holds certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Lean Six Sigma.

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John Whitehurst

General Manager - Building Services / Special Projects

Hampton Roads

John Whitehurst is the General Manager of Building Service and Special Projects in the Hampton Roads market. He began his career with ColonialWebb in 1999 as an HVAC and Refrigeration Technician. His love for the trade and his drive have pushed him forward with the company. With a significant focus on customer service and a passion for developing his teammates, John is proud of the Hampton Roads business and its many successes.

In 1991, John was introduced to the “trades” while working with a wholesale supplier, allowing him to become connected with many of the industry’s leading manufacturers. During this time, he was provided with more in-depth knowledge of the manufacturer’s equipment and allowed to learn side-by-side with large manufacturers. John also attended Tidewater Community College, where he studied Business Administration. Then, while working for a local service contractor, learning about refrigeration and building automation, he discovered his true passion was for the “trades” and he has never looked back. John believes there’s a bright future for skilled trades people and is seeing interest in trade and vocational schools increasing. “People are bringing intelligence, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit to the trades driven by passion – not as a last resort.”

John was born and raised in the Hampton Roads area and today enjoys spending time with his family and three Labradors. John, his wife, and two youngest daughters reside in Isle of Wight, VA., while his oldest daughter lives in Washington State.

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Jeffrey Cummins

General Manager - Service Business
Baltimore

Jeffrey Cummins currently serves as ColonialWebb’s Maryland General Manager. He leads a top-performing team who are the trusted advisors to their community of service and project clients. Jeff’s team is responsible and committed to consistently delivering unrivaled service and project solutions safely and dynamically that exceed customer expectations.

Jeff has enjoyed more than 40 years working in the commercial Service industry. Jeff began his HVAC career as a field technician before showing interest in sales and project management, and for the past 30 years, he has served in a senior management role. Jeff joined ColonialWebb in 2016 to establish an office serving the Maryland and Washington DC area. Alongside his team, Jeff quickly grew our Maryland Service business and is incredibly proud of the high-achieving results.

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Susan Parker

Director of Corporate Services

Susan Parker currently serves as ColonialWebb’s Director of Corporate Services. She leads the fiduciary responsibility of the company’s cash flow, in addition to working with our fleet drivers, and helps to influence safe driving behaviors. Susan’s team is responsible for accounts receivable, fleet management and procurement, insurance, licensing and bonding, and contract management.

Susan has enjoyed more than 26 years working in the commercial construction industry and began her career with ColonialWebb in 1995 as the Administrative Manager for the Construction Division. Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of South Florida. Before joining ColonialWebb, Susan worked for a local general contractor in their accounting and estimating departments.

Susan values the relationships she’s built with her teammates and believes they are an essential asset of ColonialWebb. She additionally believes that the growth and opportunities available at the company help to make it a leader in the industry as a destination employer.

Susan enjoys donating time and talent back to the community and is involved in many functions within her Church and non-profit organizations throughout Richmond. She has a passion for working with and serving homeless missions. She is a member of NAWIC as well as the Chartered Organization Representative for Pack and Troop 502.
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Wendy Pike

Director of Marketing & Brand Management

Wendy Pike currently serves as ColonialWebb’s Director of Marketing and Brand Management, where she is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies for the company. As the Director of Marketing and Brand Management, she leads a multi-disciplinary team responsible for positioning the company with its clients and audience through content marketing that is timely, authentic, and purposeful. Wendy is passionate about the power of storytelling and modern marketing in a digital-first world.

Wendy has enjoyed more than 15 years working in the commercial construction industry. Wendy began her career with ColonialWebb in 2008 and immediately began focusing on connecting with people through strategic communication. She has a Business Administration degree, is a Professional Certified Marketer (PCM), and holds professional certifications from Adobe Creative Cloud. In addition, she serves on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), a non-profit organization that aims to strengthen and amplify the success of women in the construction industry.

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Bryce Rogers

Supply Chain Director

Bryce Rogers serves as ColonialWebb’s Supply Chain Director, where he leads the company’s procurement and supply chain operations. Bryce’s team designs and implements programs supporting business cost savings initiatives and operational effectiveness. Under his leadership, the supply chain team ensures ColonialWebb optimally leverages its purchasing power while ensuring our operations teams have the material and equipment where and when they need it.

For over ten years, Bryce has enjoyed working in supply chain management. Bryce has an MBA from The College of William & Mary, a bachelor’s degree in Finance from Old Dominion University, and holds Lean Six Sigma certifications. Before joining ColonialWebb, Bryce worked in the telecommunications industry, where he increased product availability and improved profitability via demand planning.
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