GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced that Dan Karins will assume responsibility for the full Commercial Sales business, succeeding Alma Garnett, who will step back from her day-to-day responsibilities at the end of 2026 and transition into a long-term strategic advisory role. In his expanded role, Dan Karins will oversee the full spectrum of the Commercial Sales business, driving its strategic management and growth. Karins and Garnett have worked in close alignment over the last several years to grow the GAF Commercial business by strengthening customer relationships, expanding its portfolio, and building a sustainable foundation for the future. “Alma’s impact on GAF and the broader roofing industry cannot be overstated. She joined us with a reputation for excellence that has been instrumental in growing our Commercial business,” said John Barkhouse, CEO and President of GAF. “Over Dan’s 20plus years at GAF, he has earned the deep respect of our customers through his tenacity and proven ability to advance our Commercial business. His leadership will be vital as we continue to build on the organization’s strong momentum.” “Alma has been a great mentor and phenomenal partner in building a world-class foundation for GAF Commercial,” said Dan Karins. “I am eager to lead our team as we continue to set the standard for excellence and ensure GAF remains the most trusted partner in the commercial roofing industry.” Alma Garnett joined GAF in 2021, bringing a distinguished career spanning several decades. She will remain actively involved throughout the remainder of 2026 to support the handover of responsibilities. “It has been a privilege to lead such a talented team and to work alongside our customers to advance the roofing industry,” said Alma Garnett. “I am incredibly proud of what we have built. Having worked closely with Dan for years, I have seen firsthand his dedication to our partners and his vision for the business. GAF Commercial is in the best possible hands as I transition into this next chapter.” https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2960905/ GAF_Alma_Garnett.jpg?w=400 https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2960906/ GAF_Dan_Karins.jpg?w=400 Dan Karins Appointed Head of GAF Commercial Sales • Tony Kuczynski Appointed President of North America Following Mister Transmission Acquisition • Leadership Realignment Strengthens Franchise Support and Positions the Company for Continued Growth • Additional Leadership Appointments Include New COO, Chief Growth Officer, and Senior Vice President of Operations Following its recent acquisition of Mister Transmission, Moran Family of Brands, one of the nation’s leading automotive franchise systems, has announced a strategic leadership realignment uniting two highly respected brands under a single North American structure. The new framework is designed to strengthen franchisee support, streamline operations, and accelerate growth across the U.S. and Canada. At the center of this alignment, Tony Kuczynski has been appointed President of North America, where he will oversee franchise support across all brands and markets. Kuczynski brings more than three decades of automotive and franchise leadership experience to the role. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of Mister Transmission in Canada, where he led the brand through a period of significant growth, doubling both systemwide and average store sales while enhancing customer satisfaction and operational performance. In his new role, Kuczynski will focus on aligning key franchise support functions across the U.S. and Canada, including marketing, training, technical support, and store operations, as well as unifying processes and elevating performance across the system. “Being appointed to this new leadership role is an honor and a responsibility I take seriously,” said Tony Kuczynski, President of North America for Moran Family of Brands. “We are bringing together two strong organizations and working as one team with one direction. Our focus is on supporting franchisees, improving how we operate across both countries, and ensuring we deliver consistent value to customers and stores on both sides of the border.” As part of the leadership evolution, Moran Family of Brands has established three core operational pillars to support its expansion: Finance & Administration, Franchise Support, and Growth & Development. • Barb Moran-Goodrich will continue to lead the company as CEO, with a focus on the finance and administration pillar. • Tony Kuczynski will lead the franchise support pillar. • Peter Baldine will transition from President to Chief Growth Officer and lead the growth and development pillar. “This alignment allows us to maximize the strengths of both organizations and deliver greater value to our franchisees across the U.S. and Canada,” said Barb Moran-Goodrich, CEO of Moran Family of Brands. “By combining our resources, expertise, and leadership into one team with a united vision, we are building a stronger platform designed for long-term growth and success.” Additionally, Moran Family of Brands announced two key leadership promotions that further strengthen its operations: • Brian Schroeder has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO). Previously, Vice President of Operations for Mister Transmission in Canada, Schroeder brings deep operational expertise and a strong track record of franchise performance. • Tim Rodifer has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations, Technical Support, and Vendor Management. Formerly Moran’s Technical Director, Rodifer has played a critical role in advancing technical training and support across the franchise network. Both Schroeder and Rodifer are former top-performing franchisees, bringing more than 60 years of combined, hands-on experience in franchise operations, technical services, and business management. The leadership changes took effect April 6, 2026... Read more
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