Duro-Last, a member of Holcim Building Envelope, announced the appointment of Darren Schulz as its new president. As a building products and roofing veteran, Schulz will lead strategic growth initiatives and operations for Duro-Last’s line of commercial roofing solutions.
Born in Australia and holding dual U.S. citizenship, Duro-Last said in a news release that Schulz brings a "wealth of experience and a global perspective" to the company. His experience in the construction materials and building products industry includes key leadership roles within the Boral Limited Group of Companies, most recently serving as chief operating officer. He has also served as president and chief executive officer of Boral North America, president of the Boral Roofing Division and executive general manager of Boral Limited Building Products Division. Additionally, Schulz led the Roof Tile Group at Fletcher Building Limited as president and group general manager.
"Darren is a dynamic leader with proven success in the construction products industry,” said Jamie Gentoso, president of Holcim Building Envelope and global head, Holcim Solutions & Products. “His expertise and enthusiasm make him a perfect fit to lead Duro-Last's exciting growth initiatives while upholding the company’s long-standing commitment to custom roofing solutions, vertical integration and direct-to-contractor approach. We’re thrilled to welcome him to the team.”
Schulz earned a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia, a Chartered Accountant designation from The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, and a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
“I am honored to join the Duro-Last team as we embark on this exciting journey of expansion and innovation,” Schulz said. “Duro-Last has long been a leader in the commercial roofing industry with an outstanding network of professionals who define its unique culture and success. I look forward to connecting, learning and growing with the remarkable people who have contributed to Duro-Last’s journey as we work together to achieve the ambitious goals that lie ahead.”
In addition to Duro-Last, Schulz will lead the operations of sister brands EXCEPTIONAL Metals, Plastatech Engineering, Oscoda Plastics, TIP-TOP Screw Manufacturing and Anvil Paints & Coatings.
