Executive Bios

Duncan Gillis

President/Chief Executive Officer of Algeco Scotsman

Duncan Gillis joined Algeco Scotsman in early 2009 as president and COO and was promoted to CEO in 2010. He is responsible for all operations of the combined company (Williams Scotsman in North America and Algeco in Europe), which is the leading global provider of modular space solutions and a top-five global player in the rental services market. Duncan leads the company's strong commitment to delivering innovative space solutions to the more than 450 industries in which it does business. Dedicated to upholding the company's unparalleled 50-year-history as an industry leader in mobile and modular building space solutions, Duncan oversees an outstanding management team with considerable tenure, international management experience, and domain expertise.

Currently, Duncan is focused on capturing the opportunities created through the combination of Paris-based Algeco and Baltimore-based Williams Scotsman in 2008. This combination created the leading global provider of modular space with a network of more than 250 worldwide branches providing leasing services to a broad array of business customers. He oversees sales, marketing, supply chain, factory and branch operations in 21 countries throughout Europe and North America. Duncan is based in Algeco Scotsman's corporate center in Baltimore.

Prior to joining Algeco Scotsman, Duncan held several positions with United Technologies Corporation (UTC) including president of the Global Security Products Group, which comprised North America and European operations, and president of Carrier's Asia-Pacific region while based in Singapore. Duncan previously held positions with Procter & Gamble and McKinsey & Company. He also served as an infantry officer (Airborne Ranger) in the U.S. Army. Duncan received his bachelor's degree and master's of business administration degree from Cornell University.

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Tim Stonesifer

Chief Financial Officer, Algeco Scotsman

Tim joined the company in June 2010 and assumed full responsibility for all of Algeco Scotsman's financial operations. His deep operating experience, outstanding leadership skills, track record of building a talented finance organization and global experience will be an asset to AS. He focuses on partnering with operating unit leaders to deliver the company's financial commitments, implementing AS Strategic initiatives, and effectively and efficiently financing the company.

At SABIC Innovative Plastics (formerly GE Plastics) Tim led the successful divesture of a $7 billion (USD) business by GE in 2007 and stayed on as CFO. Additionally, he held positions of increasing responsibility within GE including CFO of GE Equipment Services Europe - The Netherlands where he oversaw five pan-European commercial businesses, CFO of GE Insurance where he redesigned the finance organization and improved operations, and Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis for GE Capital Structures Finance Group where he developed analytical systems and drove the development of plans to accelerate business growth.

Tim holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from the University of Michigan and operates from global headquarters in Baltimore.

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Jon Veldman

Executive Vice President/Global Lean Operations, Algeco Scotsman

As executive vice president of global lean operations, Jon Veldman is charged with the development and implementation of a global operating system for Algeco Scotsman. The new system, "The Algeco Scotsman Way," will improve productivity and create efficiencies across 21 countries. The improvements made will ultimately result in superior customer satisfaction for the company's modular space solutions.

Prior to joining Algeco Scotsman, Jon was the vice president of global operations for Carrier Corporation where he was responsible for operational improvements in sites located in 16 countries across North America, Europe, The Middle East and Asia. Prior to joining Carrier, Jon held various operating positions of increasing responsibility.

Throughout his career, Jon has lived in several countries in addition to the US, including Spain, France, Sweden, Brazil, Japan, and Singapore. Jon received two bachelor's degrees - one in physics from Hope College and another in industrial engineering from the University of Michigan. He earned a master of business administration degree from Ashland University.

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Joseph Donegan

Executive Vice President/Field Operations, Williams Scotsman North America

Joe Donegan joined Williams Scotsman in 1979. In 1990, he left the company to take an equity position with a small competitor. He then worked with Space Master Buildings as a regional manager.

Returning to Williams Scotsman in 1994, Joe worked as regional manager and was subsequently promoted to his current position as executive vice president of field operations. In this role, Joe oversees all U.S. field operations, including the attainment of revenue goals. He is responsible for the fleet of all U.S.-based mobile offices, classrooms and storage units. Joe manages the executives responsible for specific areas of the country, who in turn supervise 1,000 employees.

He served two terms on the board of the Modular Building Institute and two terms on the board of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of South Jersey. A graduate of Rowan University, Joe earned a bachelor's degree in education and started his career as a teacher.

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Daniel Stuart

Vice President/Global Chief Information Officer, Algeco Scotsman

As Vice President, Global CIO, Daniel Stuart leads a global team of more than 95 staff members, providing global strategic vision through aligning IT objectives and programs to enterprise objectives and strategies, integrating information systems, and implementing strategic technology goals. Dan provides enterprise-wide technology support, establishes strategic service provider partnerships, and defines metrics based on overall business objectives. Additional responsibilities include purchasing innovative solutions, assuring equitable distribution of resources across business segments, managing the IT portfolio, reviewing capital investments, and oversight of IT security.

Previously, Dan was Director of the Americas at Manitowoc Crane Group, where he developed the North America IT strategy, global liaison between North America and EMEA, and integration of information and technology platforms.

Dan earned his bachelor's degree in computer science from Albright College and his master's of business administration degree from the University of Maryland. Additional qualifications include PMP in project management, CIO Boot Camp from the Gartner Group, and Green Belt in Six Sigma. He is a member of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Society for Information Management (SIM) and the Mid-Atlantic CIO Group.

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Wayne McGowan

Vice President/Sales, Williams Scotsman North America

Wayne McGowan joined Williams Scotsman in 1986. In his role as vice president of sales, Wayne is responsible for all sales and business development initiatives for the US in collaboration with the regional vice presidents, field management, operations and marketing teams. A top sales performer, branch manager and then one of the company's first area managers before becoming vice president of sales, he worked to integrate several large and small acquisitions while maintaining consistent earnings growth.

Wayne successfully developed and opened five new locations in Florida. He was named to the Sales Masters Club in 1992, 1994 and 1995 for outstanding sales management. Wayne's Orlando branch also received the "Branch of the Year" award in 1994 and the President's Award in 1995.

Prior to joining Williams Scotsman, Wayne was a sales marketing representative with Coldwell Banker Affiliates and held a similar position at Carey Machinery. He is also co-chair of the Regulatory Council within the Modular Building Institute's Florida Regional Council. Wayne is a graduate of Murray State University.

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Michele Cunningham

Vice President/Marketing and Business Transformation, Williams Scotsman North America

Michele Cunningham joined Williams Scotsman in 2005, and as vice president of marketing and business transformation, she oversees all of the company's marketing operations. Michele's marketing leadership responsibilities include oversight of marketing operations including market and competitive analysis, budget and mix planning, marketing campaigns, branding and public relations, product management, alliances and partnerships, customer communications, e-business initiatives, and coordination of many global internal communications initiatives.

In the realm of business transformation, Michele leads a portfolio of initiatives called "Field of the Future" aimed at transforming the effectiveness, efficiency, and throughput of the Williams Scotsman North American operations.

Prior to joining Williams Scotsman, Michele held positions with organizations such as Random House and AT&T Capital Corporation. Most recently, she served as vice president of marketing and product management at THINQ Learning Solutions in Baltimore.

Michele's professional memberships include the CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) Council, National Association of Women in Construction, and the American Society for Training & Development. She also founded the Marketing Executives Roundtable of the Greater Baltimore Technology Council. Michele earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia and completed the university's Executive Program at the Darden School of Business.

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Dean Fisher

Vice President/Financial Operations, Williams Scotsman North America

As vice president of operations, Dean Fisher is instrumental in maintaining Williams Scotsman's fiscal health and stability. He manages all operational areas including credit, contracts, invoicing, documentation management, cash posting, collections and recovery. Dean has created efficient systems that enable the company's branch managers to better serve their customers at the local level.

A consultant to Williams Scotsman prior to joining the company in October 2001, he has several years of management experience in the banking industry and a proven track record for improving profitability. Formerly senior vice president and division head of Global Customer Services with VISA International, where he achieved the company's "Best in Class" benchmarking designation, Dean also managed and participated in several acquisitions, divestitures and system conversions during the formation of Bank of America.

Dean is a member of the Maryland Bar and Ohio Bar Associations. He earned his master of business administration from Boston University and both his doctor of jurisprudence and bachelor's degree from the University of Toledo.

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Patrick Potter

Vice President/Corporate Controller, Williams Scotsman North America

Pat Potter was promoted to the position of vice president and corporate controller in January 2007, after serving as Williams Scotsman's controller for four years. Pat is instrumental in ensuring Williams Scotsman effectively meets the challenges caused by significant changes in the regulatory environment coupled with the company's growing market footprint, especially in the international arena. He has demonstrated an ability to adapt to these changes and implement processes and procedures to cultivate continued company success.

Pat facilitates Williams Scotsman's U.S. and international field teams' compliance with financial reporting requirements through improved real-time management analysis and increased interaction between corporate accounting and the field. Pat also played a key role in taking the company through its initial public offering in 2005 and led the effort to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) across the Algeco Scotsman Group.

Prior to joining Williams Scotsman, Pat was senior manager at Ernst & Young LLP's Baltimore office, where he handled accounting and auditing services for clients within the retail, distribution, construction, managed health care, financial services and non-profit fields.

He is a member of the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Pat earned his bachelor's degree in business administration with an accounting focus from Loyola College in Baltimore.

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John Tenerowicz

Vice President/Human Resources and Organizational Development, Williams Scotsman North America

As Vice President of Human Resources, John is accountable for the company's compensation and benefits, organizational development, payroll, and employee relations functions. John's priorities include evaluation and implementation of talent and performance management programs along with the associated compensation and benefit plans. He is also responsible for working with corporate and operating unit leaders to ensure that proper organizational structure and capabilities are in place to meet the business objectives.

Prior to joining Algeco Scotsman, John held a variety of human resource positions with Armstrong World Industries, Allegis Group, and, most recently Becton Dickinson.

John is a graduate of both Grove City College (BA, Accounting) and the University of Baltimore (MBA). He also holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification and is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).

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Rick Delvin

Vice President/Business Process Improvement, Algeco Scotsman North America

After serving as the Regional Vice President/Western Region for several years, Rick is now spearheading efforts aimed at improving "ease of doing business with Williams Scotsman" from the perspective of customers. This comprehensive lean initiative will provide the platform for questioning current practices and policies, with the goal of eliminating wasteful steps and improving the company's service quality and consistency.

Over the past 12 years, Rick has been instrumental in several successful company reorganizations and has received performance awards over the course of his tenure at Williams Scotsman. Rick began his career in the modular building industry in 1970, working in the engineering department for Modulx Industries. He also worked for Modulaire Industries (later acquired by Waste Management), where he served as regional vice president and then was promoted to division president in 1991. After GE Capital Modular Space acquired the company's mobile office fleet 1994, Rick became the regional sales manager for the Northern California and Pacific Northwest locations. Rick is a member of the Modular Building Institute.

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Joseph Lopardo

Vice President/Modular Buildings, Williams Scotsman North America

As vice president of Williams Scotsman's Modular Buildings division, Joseph Lopardo oversees sales and operations for more than 90 employees with full profit and loss responsibility in excess of $150 million. The Modular Building division is responsible for marketing and executing large complex permanent and temporary modular construction projects from concept to completion and all technical aspects of Williams Scotsman's business.

With more than 17 years of modular building experience, Joe has served in various roles of increasing responsibility throughout the branch, factory and corporate networks. Most recently, Joe and his team spearheaded the single largest project in Williams Scotsman's history in New Orleans, Louisiana. This milestone project delivered in excess of 700,000 square feet of modular space to the Louisiana Department of Education in less than six months. In addition, Joe led the successful completion and delivery of one million square feet of modular space to the U.S. military at Fort Bliss, Texas, a project recognized on a national level by the military.

Joe received the Williams Scotsman Sales Award in 2007 and 2008. He currently serves as the vice president of the Modular Building Institute and has been a board member for eight years. Joe hosts training seminars for continuing education in the industry and is a presenter at the MBI convention and regional training events. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Trinity University.

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Mark Delaney

Regional Vice President/Central US and Mexico, Williams Scotsman North America

As vice president of the Central Southwest Region, Mark Delaney has profit and loss, sales and service responsibility for all of Williams Scotsman's branch operations in Texas, Illinois, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Southern California and Mexico. He is committed to bringing Williams Scotsman's modular construction clients in his region unparalleled attention and expertise. With 20 years experience in the modular building industry, he has been with Williams Scotsman since 1999.

Previous experience includes working with GE Capital Modular Space. Mark is currently vice chairman of the Texas Industrialized Building Code Council. He has been active in shaping legislation in Texas to positively affect the modular building industry and its customers. Mark received a bachelor's degree in business from Texas State University.

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Jeff Jones

Regional Vice President/Western Region, Algeco Scotsman North America

Jeff joined the company in May 2010 in the role of vice president of the West Region, bringing fresh energy and focus to executing business strategy, implementing lean concepts, continuing effective cost control, enhancing profit margins, and continuing talent development in the West. His region includes locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Wyoming, and Hawaii.

Previously, Jeff was the Vice President/Sales and Marketing in charge of the "go to" market strategy for Hartung Glass Industries, a privately held glass fabricator. In 2007, he was recruited as the VP of Sales and Marketing for The Mobile Storage Group where he established a professional sales platform and increased sales growth by 200%. Prior to that, Jeff had a distinguished 24 year career with the Cintas Corporation holding various roles including General Manager and, in 1997, Vice President of the NW Rental Group.

Jeff graduated with honors from Baldwin-Wallace College in Ohio with a dual degree in Management and Marketing.

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Joseph Vecchiolla

Regional Vice President/Eastern Region, Williams Scotsman North America

In his role as vice president of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, Joe Vecchiolla oversees the sales and operational performance of 28 branches across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. He concentrates on devising and implementing strategies to successfully increase revenues as well as grow new business in the area. Joe also implements innovative procedures to ensure customer satisfaction and improve retention.

Prior to an internal realignment of geographic areas, Joe served as regional vice president of the Mid-Atlantic. He joined Williams Scotsman in 2002 as vice president of marketing and corporate communications. Previously, he was president of the Bradley Media Group, a full-service advertising agency that he founded and managed.

Joe is a board member of the Modular Building Institute and an active member in several other professional associations.

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Alec McDonald

Vice President & General Manager/Williams Scotsman of Canada, Inc.

As VP&GM for Williams Scotsman's Canadian operations, Alec McDonald directs the management of personnel and assets, including fleet, service, administration and sales management. As part of the company's overall expansion strategy, Alec achieves branch-specific financial goals outlined in branch budgets and business plans. He has brought extensive experience in domestic and international market operations as well as in-depth knowledge of sales and management techniques within diverse market sectors.

Prior to joining Williams Scotsman in 2000, Alec served as vice president of sales and leasing for ATCO Structures. He is a member of the Canadian Institute of Mining, the Modular Building Institute (U.S.) and Southern Alberta Pioneers.

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Nick Polit

General Manager/Mexico Operations, Williams Scotsman North America

As the general manager for Mexico operations, Nicholas Polit is a key figure in the fulfillment of Williams Scotsman's expansion strategy. Nick formalized the company's entry into Mexico and established Williams Scotsman's presence there in January 2004. He oversees eight branch operations in the region. In keeping with the company's dedication to providing its products and services on a local basis, Nicholas manages the distribution agreement that expands the company's ability to meet customer needs in 23 cities throughout Mexico.

Nick's previous experience included 17 years with GE Capital Modular Space, eight years of which were spent in Mexico as director general. Prior to GE, he spent four years as international sales manager for Regency Electronics with worldwide sales to more than 50 countries. Nick is past president for ACANZMEX, the Australian-New Zealand-Mexico Chamber of Commerce and a current member of the American Society, ACANZMEX and Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Mexico. Nick is a graduate of the University of Nevada.

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