Protect Executive and Leadership Team

Nathan VanderGriend, the Chief Executive Officer at Protect, directs the overarching corporate strategy and long-term vision for the organization. By aligning safety and compliance services with the evolving needs of the refining and petrochemical industries, VanderGriend ensures the company maintains a competitive edge in the national market. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to identify growth opportunities in renewable fuels and manufacturing sectors. Nathan VanderGriend monitors the effectiveness of risk mitigation programs, ensuring that every client receives practical, expert solutions to prevent operational disruptions. Through the implementation of high-level business initiatives, the Chief Executive Officer drives sustainable expansion while maintaining a firm commitment to protecting people and assets. By fostering a culture of excellence, the Chief Executive Officer secures the company's position as a premier partner for industrial safety and regulatory compliance across the United States.

David Friedberg, the Chief Financial Officer at Protect, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies necessary to support national service delivery. Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and risk assessment, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that the company maintains the resources required to scale operations across diverse industries like food and beverage and oil and gas. David Friedberg evaluates investment opportunities in safety technology and compliance infrastructure to maximize long-term value for stakeholders. By analyzing market trends and operational costs, the Chief Financial Officer provides the data-driven insights needed for strategic decision-making. This role involves maintaining rigorous financial controls and regulatory reporting standards to support the company's mission of protecting assets. Through disciplined fiscal management, the Chief Financial Officer enables the organization to deliver consistent, high-quality safety services while navigating complex economic landscapes and ensuring the financial stability of the entire enterprise.

Ron Clark, the Chief Operating Officer at Protect, executes the daily operational workflows and service delivery models that define the company's safety and compliance offerings. By optimizing internal processes and field service deployment, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that clients in the fertilizer and manufacturing sectors receive reliable, efficient support. Ron Clark manages the integration of safety protocols across all regional operations, driving consistency and excellence in every project. This leadership role requires close coordination with technical teams to address regulatory challenges and prevent operational downtime. By streamlining service delivery, the Chief Operating Officer directly impacts the ability of businesses to maintain focus on core production goals. Ron Clark monitors performance metrics to ensure that every safety solution meets the highest industry standards. Through the continuous improvement of operational systems, the Chief Operating Officer sustains the company's reputation for delivering practical, expert risk management solutions nationwide.

Michael Munter, the Senior Vice President at Protect, drives business development and market expansion initiatives across the company's diverse industrial portfolio. By identifying new opportunities within the renewable fuels and petrochemical sectors, the Senior Vice President expands the reach of safety and compliance services to a broader client base. Michael Munter cultivates strategic partnerships and manages client relationships to ensure that the company's solutions remain aligned with specific industry requirements. This role involves translating complex regulatory challenges into actionable business strategies that protect client operations from preventable risks. By leading outreach efforts and market penetration tactics, the Senior Vice President secures the company's growth trajectory. Michael Munter collaborates with other executive leaders to refine service offerings and enhance the value proposition for industrial partners. Through proactive engagement and market analysis, the Senior Vice President ensures that the organization remains a leader in providing comprehensive safety and reliability services.