Carpenter Co. is a diversified manufacturer of polyurethane foams, chemicals and insulation materials.  The primary markets are comfort cushioning materials, CASE, and insulation.  The company is based in Richmond, VA and is privately held. 

Brad joined the company in the fall of 2008 as National Sales Manager, Chemicals.  He became General Manager and then Vice President of Chemicals.  In 2018 he became the President & Chief Operating Officer, and in 2020 transitioned to President & Chief Executive Officer. Prior to joining Carpenter, Brad worked for Stepan Company for 18+ years where he started in the sales group before eventually moving into product and business management including Global Manager, Flexible Polyols. 

Education:  Received a Bachelor of Science from Bethel University and an MBA from Southern Methodist University.