Growth begins with the willingness to learn. Griff Shapack’s journey reflects Simpson Strong-Tie’s commitments to company Principle 2, Long-Range View; Principle 4, Be the Leader; and Principle 6, Enable Growth. By embracing feedback, pursuing continuous improvement and helping others reach their potential, Griff demonstrates that the strongest leaders are those who never stop learning.
Building a stronger future starts with looking beyond today’s challenges. Marlou Rodriguez’s commitment to innovation, leadership and continuous improvement reflects Simpson Strong-Tie’s dedication to company Principle 1, Relentless Customer Focus; Principle 2, Long-Range View; Principle 4, Be the Leader; and Principle 6, Enable Growth. By empowering his team and ensuring that Simpson products continue earning the trust of engineers, Marlou is helping build a safer, stronger future for the industry.
At Simpson Strong-Tie, our team brings Barc Simpson’s Nine Principles of Doing Business to life every day. Rachel Holland’s commitment to mentoring students and supporting the next generation of industry professionals exemplifies Principle 6, Enable Growth, and Principle 8, Give Back. Through her dedication to creating opportunities for others, Rachel demonstrates how investing in people helps build stronger careers, stronger communities and a stronger future for our industry.
Mike Olosky is the Chief Executive Officer at Simpson Strong-Tie as of January 1, 2023. Before that, Mike served for two years as the company’s Chief Operating Officer. In what follows, he discusses some of the characteristics that define the Simpson Strong-Tie culture and make it stand out.
