REB Employees and Departments | REB Storage Systems International

Management

Lori Palmer

President

Team Member since 1983

Lori has over 30 years of experience in the Material Handling Industry providing superior design solutions and service. She is very involved in every aspect of REB – from Sales to Marketing to Operations. Customers are Lori’s number one priority, she always takes the time to get to know each customer and assists them with the highest standard of service.

Lori is on REB’s Strategic Planning Team, and has been on the team since its inception. She has been instrumental in the development of REB and REB personnel. She is not only involved in REB but also the Material Handling Industry as a whole, serving on various association boards including three years on the board at PRISM.

“Sales and Customer Service is an area that I not only excel in but I truly enjoy. Our customers are the most enjoyable part of my day.”

Tom Lesko

Chief Executive Officer

Team Member since 1975

Tom has been thoroughly involved in the Records Storage and Material Handling Industries for over 40 years. He has extensive knowledge and experience designing storage systems in all industries. As REB’s CEO, he provides invaluable leadership to the entire REB team through motivation and teaching.

In addition to his involvement in the Records Storage and Material Handling Industries, Tom also serves on the board as Treasurer for Right To Be Free, a non-profit organization that funds the rescue and rehabilitation of trafficked children in Africa and broadens public awareness of human trafficking.

“I enjoy being CEO of REB as it enables me to be associated with my group of longtime, hardworking, dedicated employees. It is important to me that our employees continue to grow in their respective positions so that they may provide for their families, both in the short term and long term. It is a pleasure to share a common goal and vision with all REB employees….to be a truly world class innovator and designer of storage and material handling systems and to provide superior customer service that exceeds our customer’s highest expectations. ”

William Welton

Executive Vice President

Team Member since 1977

Bill has been with REB Storage Systems since graduating from Northern Illinois University in 1977 with a BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He serves as Vice President of Operations as well as specializing in custom systems applications and record storage systems.

Bill is one of four (4) individuals on REB’s Strategic Planning Team, and has been on the team since its inception. One of many of his notable accomplishments as team leader was heading up the implementation of REB’s new SAP Business One software. Along with his operation responsibilities, he maintains a role as Sales Executive, selling to the Record Storage and Material Handling Industries for over 20 years.

“I enjoy the challenge each project brings. Every project has unique situations, which makes them different. It’s that challenge to solve our customer’s needs that I enjoy the most at REB.”

Don Nolimal

Vice President of Operations

Team Member since 1979

Don coordinates orders/jobs from entry to delivery to collection. As a graduate of NIU with a BS in marketing, he is very effective at promoting current and potential new products and efficiently oversees orders/jobs every step of the way. Don is a proud REB employee since 1979, and is also the unofficial REB cheerleader.

“I make every effort to promote REB’s products and capabilities (design, financial, etc.) to our clients and prove to them that they made the right decision for their purchase.”

Linda Orlando

Vice President of Project Operations

Team Member since 2013

Linda has more than twenty-five years of experience in the Material Handling Industry, with the last fourteen focused on Rack Repair and Installation projects. As Vice President of Project Operations, Linda’s main responsibility is to grow this sector of REB’s business and to ensure customers receive the highest quality of workmanship from REB’s contractors. With a background that includes finance, purchasing, inside sales and project management, Linda excels at understanding the “big picture” and the importance of working together with internal and external customers to achieve desired goals.

“By taking the time to understand a customer’s expectations, is the only way I can exceed those expectations. My goal for each and every project is to provide the highest quality of customer service regardless of the size.”

Joe Kane

Director of National Accounts

Team Member since 2010

Joe has been working in the records storage industry for over 20 years. After receiving a degree in Architectural Engineering from Penn State University, Joe began his career as a design engineer for a rack manufacturer and then worked as a Project Manager/Project Coordinator. With this knowledge and expertise, Joe manages two of REB’s key accounts in the records storage industry as well as several medium and smaller sized companies.

“I take great pride in everything I do…both professionally and personally. I constantly strive for excellent Customer Service that helps build strong, long lasting relationships.”

Matthew Myers

Vice President of Business Development/Enhancement

Team Member since 2016

Matt is a results-oriented leader with proven success managing large complex material handling projects. As the Director of Business Development & Enhancement, he supports Sales at meetings with potential clients, develops, reviews, and reports on the business development division’s strategy, ensuring objectives are executed by the team. Matt uses his 20 years of experience in material handling system design, engineering, sales, project management, and consulting to coordinate and arrange for strategic partners to present and educate both Sales and Engineering divisions on new products and services that will expand REB’s offerings.

“As the Director of Business Development & Enhancement my primary focus is to provide innovative material handling solutions in order to provide our Clients with a competitive advantage.”

Dennis Tarnowski

Senior Director of Project Management

Team Member since 2005

After receiving an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design from Moraine Valley Community College, Dennis began his career as a Project Engineer in the Material Handling Industry. Joining REB in 2005 designing material handling systems, he quickly excelled to become a Project Manager and in early 2012 was promoted to Engineering Manager. In his current role as Senior Director of Project Management he oversees all operations within the PM department including distributing drawing requirements and quote requests to Project Engineers and creating and implementing new processes and procedures in order to reduce costs and improve customer service.

“As the Senior Director of Project Management for REB Storage Systems International I take much pride in my work and the work of my team. We are determined to meet if not exceed the expectations of our customers and will not agree to anything less. Whether our customer needs a single floor mat or a major Archive System, our team is ready for the task. Our customers will always be our number one priority and we will leave no stone unturned when it comes to executing a successful project.”

Lori Pieszala

Director of Retail Accounts

Team Member since 2010

Lori has excelled in the material handling industry for over 20 years. In her current position as Director of Retail Accounts, she is responsible for facilitating and overseeing growth within REB’s retail division. Her many years of experience in this industry allows her to provide the right product for the customer’s needs at the best possible price.

“My customers are very important to me and I have learned to listen to what they need and provide what they expect. I love what I do, especially when a customer lets you know that what has been provided has made their job that much easier. You cannot ask for a more rewarding and interesting job then what we do.”

Jerry Pytel

Director of Engineering

Team Member since 2014

As an Director of Engineering, Jerry is responsible for distributing drawing requirements and quote requests to the project engineers. He reviews all layouts and quotes, and is responsible for creating and implementing new processes and procedure to reduce costs and improve customer service.

Jerry brings with him to REB 30+ years in the material handling industry, as well as experience in engineering, installation coordination and rack remediation. Jerry has an understanding of the concept phase and the manufacturing process through project completion and installation. Each job brings its own challenges and variables for which he develops solutions in order to meet the customer’s needs and expectations.

“My approach to customer service is that I will serve my internal and external customers to the best of my ability. I believe that in providing strong engineering at the start of a project, the entire project and team members will succeed with the end results of a well-designed system, thus meeting the needs of our customers. A company stands above the rest due to the work of its people and service they provide to their customers.”

Jacqueline Terrell

Vice President of Marketing

Team Member since 2010

Graduating from Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications in 2009, Jacqueline then began working at REB in 2010 as an Administrative Assistant and was eventually promoted to Marketing & Sales Administrator. In her current role, she is responsible for coordinating all tradeshows, distributing and following up on sales leads and creating concepts and artwork for ads, literature and mail and email marketing campaigns.

“Customers are the most important part of our business, and I always put their satisfaction first.”

Project Management

Linda Orlando

Vice President of Project Operations

Team Member since 2013

Linda has more than twenty-five years of experience in the Material Handling Industry, with the last fourteen focused on Rack Repair and Installation projects. As Vice President of Project Operations, Linda’s main responsibility is to grow this sector of REB’s business and to ensure customers receive the highest quality of workmanship from REB’s contractors. With a background that includes finance, purchasing, inside sales and project management, Linda excels at understanding the “big picture” and the importance of working together with internal and external customers to achieve desired goals.

“By taking the time to understand a customer’s expectations, is the only way I can exceed those expectations. My goal for each and every project is to provide the highest quality of customer service regardless of the size.”

Dennis Tarnowski

Senior Director of Project Management

Team Member since 2005

After receiving an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design from Moraine Valley Community College, Dennis began his career as a Project Engineer in the Material Handling Industry. Joining REB in 2005 designing material handling systems, he quickly excelled to become a Project Manager and in early 2012 was promoted to Engineering Manager. In his current role as Senior Director of Project Management he oversees all operations within the PM department including distributing drawing requirements and quote requests to Project Engineers and creating and implementing new processes and procedures in order to reduce costs and improve customer service.

“As the Senior Director of Project Management for REB Storage Systems International I take much pride in my work and the work of my team. We are determined to meet if not exceed the expectations of our customers and will not agree to anything less. Whether our customer needs a single floor mat or a major Archive System, our team is ready for the task. Our customers will always be our number one priority and we will leave no stone unturned when it comes to executing a successful project.”

Jerry Pytel

Director of Engineering

Team Member since 2014

As an Director of Engineering, Jerry is responsible for distributing drawing requirements and quote requests to the project engineers. He reviews all layouts and quotes, and is responsible for creating and implementing new processes and procedure to reduce costs and improve customer service.

Jerry brings with him to REB 30+ years in the material handling industry, as well as experience in engineering, installation coordination and rack remediation. Jerry has an understanding of the concept phase and the manufacturing process through project completion and installation. Each job brings its own challenges and variables for which he develops solutions in order to meet the customer’s needs and expectations.

“My approach to customer service is that I will serve my internal and external customers to the best of my ability. I believe that in providing strong engineering at the start of a project, the entire project and team members will succeed with the end results of a well-designed system, thus meeting the needs of our customers. A company stands above the rest due to the work of its people and service they provide to their customers.”

Mike Baily

Senior Estimator

Team Member since 1998

For over 10 years, Mike was the Director of Facilities Engineering for Iron Mountain, Inc., the world’s largest records management company. He was responsible for the design and construction of new records centers, storage systems, and fire protection/life safety systems. Since 1998 Mike has been with REB specializing in large system projects for the Records Management Industry.

Mike spent over 10 years as Chairman of PRISM’s Regulatory Affairs Committee, which is responsible for working with regulatory agencies on issues that affect the Records Storage Industry. Mike is also a long time member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

“Working with our customers, listening to their needs, and coming up with a cost effective solution is my ultimate goal. Working with them through every step of the project to completion is very rewarding.”

Scott Kolar

Senior Project Engineer

Team Member since 1997

Scott is proficient in AutoCad 2010 and has since completed advanced AutoCad training in 2012, allowing him to quickly produce storage layout concepts that are “ready to build”. He excels at maximizing storage capacity for our clients, helping to increase their efficiency and profits.

“I pride myself in making sure our customers get what they need, when they need it.”

Mike Boer

Integrated Systems Project Engineer

Team Member since 2009

Mike has over 20 years of experience in the Material Handling Industry, excelling in warehouse layout and design through AutoCAD. He works with REB’s Project Management team to develop optimal layouts based on the customer’s needs.

“I strive to always meet and exceed the customer’s requirements.”

Glenn Staley

Senior Project Manager

Team Member since 1982

As a Senior Project Manager, Glenn is responsible for the complete design and installation of storage systems. Glenn prides himself on having comprehensive knowledge of all REB products and services which enables him to best serve his customers. The expertise he has gained from his over 30 years of experience as a Project Manager allows him to recognize areas of risk within a project and to then develop a plan to minimize or eliminate those issues.

“I strive to meet and exceed customer’s expectations. Their satisfaction is my reward.”

Adam Salage

Senior Project Engineer

Team Member since 2012

As a Project Engineer, Adam Salage is responsible for the layout and design of storage rack systems, the development and pricing of all system components for our Sales personnel, and the preparation of permit/installation drawings. With over 15 years of experience as a Design Drafter in the Materials Handling Industry, Adam brings to REB extensive knowledge of rack design and installation.

“As a Project Engineer at REB, I endeavor to always offer timely rack designs, layouts and pricing to our Sales staff in order to provide the customer with the highest quality service.”

Bob Hyzenski

Project Engineer

Team Member since 2016

As a Project Engineer, Bob joins the REB team with 25 years of Autocad experience and 20+ years of experience with building layouts. Bob is responsible for the design and layout of storage rack systems, the pricing of all components, and the preparation of working drawings.

“I strive to provide our sales staff with the most efficient rack design and pricing options available so that they can fulfill our customer’s needs in a timely and cost effective manner.”

Joe Yassine

Project Manager, PMP

Team Member since 2016

After receiving his Bachelor’s in Project Management and his Project Management Professional Certification, Joe went on to working in the Material Handling Industry. As Project Manager at REB, Joe is responsible for “Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring, and Controlling” client projects.

“I strive to give customers the best service to ensure the success of their investments because it is not about what I have to do, it is about who I am and the kind of person I aspire to be. This is not just a job, it is my life. My clients deserve the best of my accountability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and service. I take pride in making this difference every day.”

Dan Fording

Project Manager

Team Member since 2016

Dan joins REB with 20 years of experience in the material handling industry, including 8 years in sales and account management, and 10 years in operations and project management. He has extensive knowledge in selective pallet rack, drive in rack, pushback rack, boltless shelving applications, and mezzanines. As a Project Manager, Dan oversees multiple ongoing projects from signed order thru completion and sign off, including planning, implementing, and executing what the customer is expecting, on time and on budget. As a member of the Distribution Management Association and certified in Objective-Based Selling, Dan makes it his daily goal to exceed the customer’s expectations.

”As a PM, it’s my responsibility to understand all the parameters of the project and how it relates to the customer’s needs. I always strive to accomplish, and exceed those needs.”

Jared Smigal

Rack Inspector and Surveyor

Team Member since 2016

Jared joins the REB team with over 5 years of experience in the material handling industry, including 2 years of project management in automated MHI, as well as 3 years of site management and over 17 years in the construction field. As Rack Inspector and Surveyor, Jared surveys rack and component damage and their remediation. OSHA-30 certified, he works with project management and engineers to create safer facilities for customers and their employees.

“Customer satisfaction is my priority and has always been. My goal is to make their facilities safer and more efficient.”

Mike Palko

Project Manager, PMP

Team Member since 2016

Mike joins the REB with 10+ years of experience in the material handling industry as an engineer and product manager, as well as a BS in industrial and operations engineering. As a project manager, Mike manages the implementation of REB’s engineered solutions, and plans and executes projects while maintaining effective communication with all parties. Mike’s experience as an end customer oh material handling solutions makes him a valuable asset to the REB project management department.

“My goal on each project is to understand the customer’s requirements and provide an effective, safe, and on-time solution.”

Meredith Doucette

SAP Solutions Specialist

Team Member since 2016

As a SAP Solutions Specialist, Meredith creates purchase orders for the project management team, obtains Certificates of Insurance for REB’s installers, prepares close-out binders for customers, and approves project invoices. She comes to REB from John Deere, where she coordinated cross-departmental projects and improved import/export compliance processes.

“I always try to understand the customers’ needs and find most efficient, accurate, and user-friendly process to meet them- I’m always seeking improvements to help the customer.”

Lucas Azer

Project Manager, PMP

Team Member since 2017

Lucas joins REB with many years of experience specializing in project management with extensive experience in project controls, strategic planning, cost reporting, construction and civil engineering. Most recently, Lucas supervised a group of project managers and planners on three different gas power plant job sites located in the Sahara Desert. Through his widespread travels throughout the globe, Lucas will help cultivate REB's opportunities outside of the U.S. Lucas graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Building Construction and has recently completed his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Alex Crowe

Project Engineer

Team Member since 2017

As a Project Engineer, Alex is responsible for taking preliminary field measurements, providing pricing summaries and developing AutoCAD design and layouts for storage systems tailored to REB's customers' specific needs. Alex joins REB with one year of custom fabrication engineering experience with extensive concentration in developing concept and customer approval drawings. A graduate from Mizzou, Alex majored in industrial and manufacturing systems engineering.

“When creating designs, formulating quotes, and implementing projects to satisfy customers, I strive to balance a ‘Measure twice; Cut once’ mentality with the desire to be as efficient as possible.”

Jacob Willis

Project Engineer

Team Member since 2017

With a bachelor's in Engineering Technologies and previous experience installing pallet and rivet shelving systems in various warehouses, Jacob brings to REB extensive knowledge of the industrial and material handling industries. Jacob's key roles as a Project Engineer are to handle scope and installation drawings while developing cost estimate sheets and QPS reports.

“Teamwork is the most effective and efficient way to achieve success. Through teamwork, we can exceed customer expectations while reinforcing internal development. My mission to the customer is to deliver clear understanding that they are being provided a sound network of skilled professionals who will deliver a quality service in a timely manner.”

Ryan McCord

Project Coordinator

Team Member since 2018

Ryan's primary focus as REB's Project Coordinator is creating and issuing purchase orders in SAP and material invoicing approval for projects. Ryan also provides support to project managers and clients on projects from inception through completion. With a degree in Business Management from Bradley University, Ryan joins REB with ample knowledge and experience in project management and business operations.

“The 'P' in 'PM' is as much about People Management than it is Project Management - Cornelius Fichtner.”

John Cochran

Project Manger

Team Member since 2018

US Army Veteran and Kent State Alumni, John Cochran joins REB with over 20 years in the material handling industry. Having previously worked as Head of Engineering and Design and Senior Project Manager, John brings an extensive design experience, substantial manufacturing knowledge coupled with in-depth, hands on experience with design, building and implementation for entire distribution centers.

“Working to maintain the trust of a customer is much easier than the work required to regain the trust of an unsatisfied customer.”

Marketing

Jacqueline Terrell

Vice President of Marketing

Team Member since 2010

Graduating from Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications in 2009, Jacqueline then began working at REB in 2010 as an Administrative Assistant and was eventually promoted to Marketing & Sales Administrator. In her current role, she is responsible for coordinating all tradeshows, distributing and following up on sales leads and creating concepts and artwork for ads, literature and mail and email marketing campaigns.

“Customers are the most important part of our business, and I always put their satisfaction first.”

Adriana Menegehetti

Marketing Designer and Planner

Team Member since 2017

After receiving a BS in Communications from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale, Adriana went on to excel in various marketing roles that included meeting coordination and promotion, social media management, and graphic production. In her current role of Marketing Designer and Planner at REB, she is responsible for company promotion development, event planning, lead tracking, customer outreach, and graphic production for literature and marketing materials.

“Customer satisfaction is the backbone of success.”

Operations