Ron started Compass Group more than 20 years ago. Prior to starting the company, he served in the U.S. Army as an infantry officer and then as a pilot of various rotary-wing aircraft. He started Compass Group as a vision and after some encouragement from family and friends, he launched the commercial construction company in 2000. He enjoys watching his team grow, satisfying customers, and achieving company goals. 

Ron holds a master’s degree in public administration from Troy State University and a bachelor’s degree in geology from Tennessee State University. Outside of work, he loves being outdoors, either on the water or in the mountains.