Headquartered in Smyrna, Tennessee, we serve customers in 22 states with more than 8,500 team members. SRM Concrete's presence, products, and services enable us to win in today's competitive marketplaces.
Mike Hollingshead, the Chairman and Founder of SRM Concrete, established the
company in 1999 to address his own concrete needs. As a concrete finisher
frustrated with the inadequate customer service from local ready-mix suppliers,
he decided to take matters into his own hands. With minimal resources and just
three trucks, Mike and his wife, Melissa set up a concrete plant in their
own backyard. Since then, SRM Concrete has evolved from a small business into an
industry leader. SRM Concrete remains a family-owned and operated company. Mike
focuses on the long-term goals of the company, oversees many special projects,
and maintains relationships with potential sellers for future acquisitions. His
commitment extends beyond business; he is also a devoted philanthropist,
actively supporting children's charities and enhancing the quality of life
in his hometown of Rutherford County.
Jeff Hollingshead is the Chief Executive Officer of SRM Concrete where
he oversees a team of dedicated professionals. As CEO, Jeff has developed
strategies that place the company at a competitive advantage by implementing new
practices not seen in the ready-mix industry. He coordinates the closing and
integration of all acquisitions while overseeing and defining the
organization's structure and culture. Jeff earned a Bachelor of
Business Administration Degree from Belmont University. Growing up working in
this business, he witnessed how hard work and a strong work ethic are keys to
success. A man of strong faith in God, Jeff believes in the value of giving
back. Jeff and his wife, Holly, have three children.
With over a decade of industry experience, Ryan serves as the President of SRM
Materials and the Finishing Division, overseeing a multistate operation. He
manages the day-to-day operations at our quarries, maintains strong
relationships with material suppliers, and supervises concrete finishing
activities. An avid athlete, Ryan has completed two Ironman competitions and
three full marathons. He enjoys traveling, being outdoors, and shares a
fulfilling family life with his wife and their four children.
Mike joined SRM Concrete in 2014 and brings more than 35 years of industry
experience to his role as Chief Technical Officer. During his career,
Mike has served in a broad range of leadership roles and has significant
industry experience, especially in batching and concrete mixing as well as
helping to create the first safety standards for ready-mix truck
manufacturing. Mike is a Dale Carnegie and FMI Leadership Institute
graduate. He has held numerous leadership positions in Concrete Industry
Associations including past President and past Board Member for the Tennessee
Concrete Association and a variety of leadership roles with the National Ready
Mix Concrete Association. Outside of work, Mike enjoys going camping with his
wife and spending time with his grandchildren.
J.D. joined SRM Concrete in 2009 as Comptroller before being promoted to CFO
in 2014. He is responsible for all company financials, forecast and budget
planning, inventory and costing management, and cash flow and treasury
management. J.D. develops and implements new accounting systems and
procedures to improve financial reporting, internal controls, and back-office
efficiencies. He also plays an integral part in raising capital, syndication
relationships, and closing of acquisitions. J.D. earned an MBA from Middle
Tennessee State University.
Beth Smotherman brings a wealth of experience to her role as Chief Human
Resources Officer at SRM Concrete. Since joining the company in 2003, she has
overseen all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, benefits
administration, training and development, and employee relations. Her leadership
ensures a positive and productive work environment for SRM Concrete's team
members. Beth and her husband, BJ, enjoy spending time with her son and
grandson.
John Van Cheek is the Southwest Division President at SRM Concrete.
John graduated from the Concrete Industry Management program and received
his MBA from Middle Tennessee State University, where he also competed
in Track and Cross Country. John has been in the Concrete Industry since
2006 and served as SRM's Quality Control Manager for 5 years
before serving as our Operations Manager. After serving as the
first North Division President, John transitioned to his current role
as Southwest Division President after SRM expanded into Texas. John enjoys
the outdoors and spending time with his wife and two daughters.
Zach Gallaher is the North Division President at SRM Concrete where he leads
Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky teams. Before taking on the role as
Division President, Zach served as the GM for the tri-state areas of Kentucky,
Indiana, and Ohio. Having worked for SRM Concrete since 2008, he has experience
in a number of roles in the concrete industry. Zach says he appreciates the
family-oriented approach of the company leadership. Zach pushes the
importance of safety and promotes good health to his team as well as
donating his time to charities that protect safety in his community. When not
working, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf.
PJ Whittaker is the West Division President, serving Colorado and Wyoming. PJ,
one of SRM's first team members, worked in nearly every capacity at SRM
before being named GM in Nashville, Tn and stepping into the GM role
in Colorado in 2023. PJ leads a team of talented operators and dispatchers in
one of SRM's largest markets.PJ is an avid sports fan and enjoys spending
time with his wife and three children.
Ben Brooks is our South Division President where he oversees the Florida,
Southern Alabama, and Southern Georgia regions. He joined SRM in 2013 as a
dispatcher and after 5 years was promoted to GM in Central Kentucky before
accepting his current role. He attended MTSU, where he was part of the Concrete
Industry Management program. In his off time, Ben enjoys golfing, fishing,
hunting, and cheering on all the Tennessee sports teams. He and his wife, Ashley
have a daughter and a son.
Jeff Bryant is the East Division President at SRM Concrete where he oversees
day-to-day operations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Savannah,
GA. In 1985, he began working in the concrete industry as a mixer operator, and
through persistent hard work, Jeff rose into various positions of leadership.
When not spending time with his wife, son, and two dogs, Jeff volunteers his
time at several children’s charities. He also enjoys golfing, fishing, and
cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers.
Jason Mitchell is the Central Division President. Jason led our dispatch
office in one of SRM's busiest areas before stepping into the General
Manager role in Nashville. Jason was then promoted to Central Division President
where he oversees the locations in Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, North Georgia,
and North Alabama.
Dan serves as our Northeast Division President where he oversees the operations
of over 30 plants in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Prior to SRM's
expansion into the Northeast, Dan was our GM in the Detroit market. Dan
started in the industry as a Mixer Operator in 2003, since then, he has served
in multiple roles including Dispatcher, Sales, and Plant Manager. Dan
and his wife, Priscilla, have one son, Carter. In Dan's freetime,
he coaches baseball and barbecuing with his family.
Teddy Hazelwood is the Chief Information Officer based out of the Home
Office in Smyrna. Teddy has been in the IT field for more than
thirty-five years. He earned an Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Technologies degree from Middle Tennessee State University. Teddy and his wife,
Joy, have four children and twelve grandchildren.
Dale is the Vice President for Aggregates for SRM Materials and oversees daily
operations. Dale earned a Civil Engineering degree from Tennessee Technological
University and has extensive experience in the building materials industry with
a focus on asphalt paving, site layouts, aggregates, barge movements, cost
analysis, process improvements, and business planning.
Lora Smith serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at SRM Concrete, where she has
been pivotal in integrating marketing strategies for over 100 acquisitions.
Under her leadership, SRM has developed a best-in-class marketing strategy
that leverages both traditional and non-traditional methods. In addition to her
role in marketing, Lora hosts the weekly SRM podcast, As The Drum Turns,
and is responsible for organizing numerous team member and customer events
across multiple states. Lora oversees the SRM Foundation which consists of over
950 Community Partnerships throughout all 19 states. She is a Board member
of the Boys and Girls Club of Rutherford County, a member of Rutherford Cable
and the Blue Raider Athletic Association. Lora volunteers her time at Saint Rose
of Lima School, where she coaches Cross Country and Girls Basketball. Lora
and her husband, Wesley, have two daughters.
Chris Ross serves as the Fleet Manager at SRM, responsible for managing a vast
fleet of mixers, tankers, loaders, and mining equipment. Leading a dynamic team
of shop managers, Chris ensures our trucks remain operational across over 150
mechanic shops nationwide. With a degree in Electronics and a career in turning
wrenches since 1986, Chris entered the Concrete Industry in 1992. Outside of
work, he enjoys family time with his wife, Dana, their son Cody, daughter
Miranda, and three grandchildren.
J.D. is General Counsel for SRM and has provided legal services for the
Company in various capacities since 2010. J.D. received his
undergraduate degree from Furman University in 2002 and his law degree from
Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 2005. He was admitted to
the Tennessee Bar in 2005. J.D. began his legal career with the law firm
of Kious, Rodgers, Barger, Holder & King, PLLC, where he was a partner
until his move to SRM in 2020. J.D. also has extensive real estate
experience, having owned a large full-service real estate title and
escrow company for over 10 years.
Patrick is the Chief Accounting Officer for SRM and is responsible for financial
reporting functions of the company including mentoring and managing our
accounting staff. He also plays an integral part in assessing and analyzing our
acquisition strategy. Prior to joining SRM, Patrick was a partner at a Top 20
accounting firm specializing in financial statement audit services, and
acquisitions. Patrick received his undergraduate degree in accounting from
Florida State University and his MBA from Florida Atlantic University. He is a
Certified Public Accountant licensed in the states of Tennessee and Delaware.
Patrick and his wife Lauren, have four children.
Danielle is our Chief Sustainability Officer at SRM Concrete. She entered
the concrete industry in 2005 gaining experience in environmental
compliance, motor carrier compliance, and operations. Danielle oversees
our environmental team and ensures our plants are in compliance with all
federal and local guidelines. She also oversees SRM's big-picture
environmental efforts. Danielle and her husband, Erik, have two daughters. When
she's not cheering on the FL State Seminoles, Danielle enjoys spending time
with her family and dog on the water.
Binoy is a graduate with a degree in Accounting and Finance from the University
of Tennessee Chattanooga. His expertise spans into Data Analytics, excelling in
the implementation of new software solutions. A data preparation and data mining
expert, he skillfully extracts meaningful insights from complex datasets. Binoy
and his wife Roshni have 2 children.
Samantha Prince is the Chief Safety Officer where she oversees all
aspects of safety strategy, implementation, and compliance across SRM
Concrete’s operations. She received her B.B.A from Middle Tennessee
State University. Samantha loves spending time with her husband, son, and their
many animals.
Bryan Gagnier is the Director of Sales at SRM. He is responsible for overseeing
our company's sales team's process, developing sales strategies, and driving
revenue growth. Prior to joining our team in 2024 he worked for a construction
materials company for over 20 years with experience in sales, operations and
business leadership. Bryan enjoys golfing, traveling and spending time with his
wife Tracy, four children, and grandchildren.