Ted is a senior executive with more than 35 years of experience in the metals production, distribution, fabrication, and finishing segment. He has a proven track record of partnering with a variety of stakeholders, including boards of directors, investors, and lenders.
In his most recent role as President & COO of National Material L.P., a private investment firm with 23 multinational companies and 3,500+ employees, Ted was responsible for P&L of the entire firm, served on the boards of its joint ventures alongside partners – AK Steel, POSCO, Marubeni Itochu, Heidtman Steel, Hammond Power Solutions – and was instrumental in completing numerous acquisitions. He also served on the board of Metals Service Center Institute.
Previously, Ted served as CEO of Arch Acquisition Holdings (portfolio company of H.I.G. Capital) where he led the turnaround of the groups’ aluminum mills and subsequent sale process to strategic buyers.
He also served for over a decade with Ryerson as Vice President and General Manager, with P&L responsibility for 24 plants. During that period, Ted served on the executive team that took the company public, helped scale the company from $2B to $6B+, and made numerous operational improvements through Lean implementation.
Ted holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Economics from Winthrop University and a Corporate Governance Certification from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Sector-Related Experience
National Material L.P., President & Chief Operating Officer
Jules founded Industrial Succession with the goal of leveraging years of experience in sales, manufacturing, and engineering in order to acquire and grow established manufacturing operations. He blends a passion for creative engineering solutions with a love for well branded and marketed products.
In his latest projects, he was the first sales hire at ampUp, where he built a sales team to sell software for electric vehicle charging equipment. Prior, he was the first sales hire at XOS Trucks, an electric truck manufacturer, where he sold over 7 figures of electric trucks. Before XOS, Jules worked at Vengo Labs, a compact vending machine manufacturer, and was the founder of a high-end tutoring business in New York City. Prior to those projects, Jules was Project Manager at Duro UAS, an underwater vehicle manufacturer, where he managed a team of 30 engineers.
Prior to Duro, he Co-Founded New York University’s first Baja Car Racing team, where he was the manufacturing lead for the 30-person team. Some of his additional projects include the design and manufacture of 3D printed tooling, Pro Bono consulting at NYOrtho (an established manufacturer of medical equipment) and manufacturing a mini jet engine.
Jules received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering with Minors in Aerospace and Business from New York University.
Eric Odmark
General Manager of Pen MFG
Eric Odmark has been the Co-founder of the Trailside Equity Partners since 2022
Trailside Equity Partners is a Micro Private Equity firm that buys and grows Midwest-based businesses with a “forever” holding period. After acquiring 7 companies under the metal fabricator, IMH’s, umbrella, Eric and his partner Mark support Industrial Succession through co-investments and post-close experience. Eric Odmark holds an MBA in Finance from Butler University. You can learn more about Eric and his support for Industrial Succession investments at IMH.com
Ron DaVella
CFO
Ron DaVella has been a member of the Joint Corporation’s Board of Directors since it went public in November 2014. He serves as the Audit Committee chair and has assisted the company with its quarterly and annual financial statements, SEC reporting, hiring needs (CFO, controller, assistant controller), etc. He is also a member of its finance committee which evaluates and approves all acquisitions of clinics from existing franchisees and all new greenfield locations and is a member of the Nominating and Governance Committee. The Joint Corp is an operator and franchisor of over 500 chiropractic clinics throughout the US. He has also served on several, not for profit boards including Lura Turner Homes, The American Red Cross and the Girl Scouts of AZ.
Ron DaVella was the Executive VP of Finance for the Alkaline Water Company from April 1, 2019, through January 2020. The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (NASDAQ and TSXV: WTER) is a leading producer of premium bottled alkaline drinking water sold under the brand name Alkaline88®. He was also the Chief Financial Officer for Amazing Lash Franchise LLC from March 2016 to May 2017, a franchisor of eyelash extension studios and was the Chief Financial Officer at NanoFlex Power Corporation from May 2017 to March 2019, a disruptive solar technology company.
Ron DaVella holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting from Queens College and an MBA in Finance from Pace University. Ron DaVella is a CPA and was an audit partner with Deloitte from 1989 to 2014. Ron DaVella has an extensive background in accounting, finance, SEC reporting, and internal controls and has worked on several mergers and acquisitions, public offerings and financings. As a partner at Deloitte, he focused on the retail, technology and manufacturing industries.
Kenneth Pettibone
Director of Finance and M&A
As an Director of Finance and M&A, Kenneth’s responsibilities include supporting the strategic initiatives of portfolio companies, evaluating investment opportunities, and assisting in the deal execution and diligence of new investments.
Since joining Industrial Succession, he has helped to source a growing list of potential platform and add-on acquisitions using data analytics and strategic growth strategies. Prior to joining Industrial Succession, Kenneth spent time working in commercial real estate where he was part of a team that was involved in multiple successful investment opportunities in the Southwest. While touching on a variety of steps along the process, his main responsibilities were analyzing cash flows and assessing returns for clients.
Kenneth obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management from Azusa Pacific University in 3 years while pitching competitively for the school’s NCAA baseball team. Kenneth also holds an MBA in Finance from Azusa Pacific University. Born and raised in Orange County, CA, Kenneth enjoys surfing, hiking and playing tennis.
Brian Valparaiso
General Manager of Pen MFG
Brian Valparaiso is an accomplished operations and manufacturing leader with extensive expertise in aerospace, safety culture, quality control, process optimization, and continuous improvement. He has a proven track record of implementing Lean and TOC methodologies to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety standards. Brian is skilled in managing large-scale operations, improving on-time delivery, and overseeing full P&L responsibility. His career spans key industries, including aerospace, automotive, and heavy manufacturing, where he has delivered significant performance improvements and strengthened customer relationships.
In his role at ATI in Irvine, CA, from 2022 to 2023, Brian managed a $100M revenue site, leading P&L, supply chain, and production operations while rebuilding a post-COVID team. He focused on fostering a safety-first culture, implementing Lean strategies, and optimizing processes to meet ambitious performance targets. During his time at SIFCO Industries between 2020 and 2022, he directed all manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards while driving cost improvements and enhancing customer relations. Previously, as Multi-Site VP and General Manager at Consolidated Precision Products, he oversaw multiple facilities, emphasizing new product development, cost reduction, and process efficiency. At Cadence Aerospace, Brian led efforts to streamline manufacturing operations, improve CNC processes, and achieve exceptional on-time delivery performance.
Earlier in his career, Brian held leadership positions at National Oilwell Varco, Actron Manufacturing, Owens Illinois, and Lubricating Specialties Co., where he managed CAPEX projects, optimized production processes, and advanced manufacturing technologies. As a business consultant, he improved quality control and helped aerospace clients re-commission plants. His early work at Air Industries Corporation focused on customer relations, technical support, and process improvements.
Brian holds a degree in Engineering Management from Arizona State University, earned in 2016. He also pursued Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at California State University, Long Beach, and studied Mechanical Engineering at California Polytechnic-Pomona. His foundation in manufacturing technology stems from his Associate of Science degree from Don Bosco Technical Institute.
Sam Rosati
Strategic Investor-Advisor
Sam Rosati has been the Founder of the Pursuant Capital since 2016.
Pursuant Capital is a Micro Private Equity firm that buys and grows Florida-based businesses with a “forever” holding period. After acquiring 6 companies, Sam supports other Micro PE groups and Industrial Succession through co-investments and post-close experience.
Sam Rosati holds a JD degree in Law from the University of Virginia School of Law. You can learn more about Sam and his support for Industrial Succession investments at PursuantCapital.com
Oneida Nunez
Vice President of Construction-ASM
Oneida Nunez is a highly accomplished construction professional with an exemplary track record in strategic planning and leading complex, multi-billion dollar projects. She has been successfully managing large-scale teams and organizations for over 15 years with a unique and innovative strategic vision and a proven ability to execute. Oneida holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA. Since she earned her degree, she has excelled in areas such as project development, management of change (MOC), risk assessment, procurement, continuous improvement, and change management.
In a previous role as a senior project manager at Kiewit Los Angeles, Oneida expertly implemented enterprise-wide business processes and tools with flawless precision. In this role, she proactively trained teams of all sizes and supervised the development of technical provision plans, project delivery strategies, legal considerations, revenue forecasting techniques, financial reporting standards, and design optimization tactics. She also coordinated with stakeholders for the development of new project contracts and specifications in order to help identify key business development opportunities. In this role, Oneida developed advanced knowledge and savvy problem-solving techniques that have enabled her to ensure the success of numerous highly nuanced projects under her supervision.
In her role as the Director of Program Management for the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Oneida spearheaded the delivery of major construction and design projects and was able to successfully execute their $40 Billion Capital Program. During this time, Oneida oversaw the development of cost analysis, feasibility studies, contract development, and procurement strategy for billion-dollar LightRail, Highway, and Capital Improvement projects.
In 2019, Oneida moved on to accept a position as the Manager of Project Development in Construction for the Southern California Gas Company. In this role, Oneida was able to implement innovative solutions and new technologies that helped drive process improvement and maximize the long-term value delivered by their capital projects. Oneida further developed her advanced leadership skills in this role at multiple levels ranging from training and development to succession planning.
As a proven leader with a demonstrated ability to drive innovation and project success, Oneida is highly motivated to cultivate long-term success in her role as Industrial Succession’s VP of Construction.