AMERICAN DATAPATH - Key Persons


Kristin Newman - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • President
  • President and Chief Executive Officer of American Datapath Inc
Kristin has been the president and chief executive officer of American Datapath Inc. since 2011, but joined the company in 2007. Her dedication and compassion toward her husband and two daughters carries over into her professional life. Her interest in the telecommunications industry started at a young age and continues to fuel her work. Kristin's duties include project management and estimating. She has been certified in Commscope products since 2007.

Shad Roundy

Job Titles:
  • Lead Estimator
  • Lead Estimator of American Datapath Inc
Shad is currently the lead estimator of American Datapath Inc. He joined the company in 1992 as a technician with an extensive background in cable assembly techniques and quickly showed his leadership qualities and confidence with new products. He has become one of our most valued employees and his commitment to our customers has led to a growing base of satisfied clientele. Shad's duties include project management and estimating. He is RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) and BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) certified.

T. Dean Holm - Chairman, Founder, President

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Board
  • Founder
  • President
Dean established American Datapath Inc. (ADI) in 1979 with Ron. His aptitude for computers brought the company up from a home-based, two-man business to the successful telecommunications leader it is today. Dean began his data processing career with Shell Oil in 1958, then worked for the Packard Bell government division where he held top secret security clearance programming the IBM 1401. He worked for IBM, and the University of Denver (DU). He lectured in computer science at DU from 1964 to 1984. Dean knows several programming languages, and loves to tinker with computers and networks. Immediately prior to ADI, he was Vice-president Information Services for Miller International Inc. for 13 years. Dean serves on the board of ADI, but he mostly spends his time enjoying his retirement with Dixie.

Veronica Griffith - CFO, Founder, President, Treasurer, VP

Job Titles:
  • CFO
  • Co - Founder
  • President
  • Treasurer
  • Vice President
  • Treasurer of American Datapath Inc
  • Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of American Datapath Inc
Veronica has been the vice president and chief financial officer of American Datapath Inc. since 2011, but joined the company in 2001. Her organizational skills and affable humor at home and on the job keep everyone motivated and in light spirits. Veronica's duties include accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, office management, and occasional on-site installation assistance. She is a certified installer and troubleshooter. Ron is the current treasurer of American Datapath Inc. and was the president from 1992 to 2011. Ron helped establish the company in 1979 with Dean. His ambition towards growing ADI in the telecommunications industry has led to numerous return customers over the years. Ron's daughters, Kristin and Veronica, have adopted his continuing passion for the company. Ron's duties include project management, estimating, and occasional installations. He is RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) and BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) certified.