Jeffrey W. Gillis

Jeffrey W. Gillis currently serves as Vice President of Sales for Lighting & Transportation at Valmont Industries, Inc., overseeing a $560 million division that supplies utility, DOT, commercial, and institutional markets. Previously, at Cree Lighting, Jeffrey held the position of Vice President of Sales for Roadway & Utility Lighting, managing the U.S. market. At WESCO Distribution, Jeffrey served in multiple roles including Director of Utility & Roadway Lighting, where significant sales growth and a new team were established, and as District Manager, where a struggling utility contractor business was successfully turned around. Earlier in Jeffrey's career, effective leadership as a Branch Manager led to substantial sales and operational performance improvements. Jeffrey holds a degree in English and Business Administration from Washington State University.