Erik Shay

Erik Shay has a diverse range of work experience spanning over three decades. Erik started their career in the U.S. Navy, where they served as a Nuclear Submarine Officer and achieved recognition for their outstanding performance. After leaving the Navy, Erik worked as a Technical Services Manager at Schneider National, where they managed maintenance procedures and developed relationships with key customers. Erik then transitioned to Corning Incorporated, holding various supervisory roles, including Line Leader and Fiber Processing Section Supervisor. Erik later joined CertainTeed Corporation, where they served as Production Manager, Plant Superintendent, Plant Manager, and eventually Product Development Manager. Erik then briefly worked as a Validation Engineer at Commissioning Agents, Inc. Currently, Erik holds the role of VP Operations and COO at Veka Inc, where they oversee all North American operations and manages approximately 500 operations personnel.

Erik Shay earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy, where they attended from 1983 to 1987. Later, from 2000 to 2002, they pursued a Master of Science degree in Business Administration from Auburn University.