HIGHLAND - Key Persons


Brett Maurer - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Board
  • Member of the Executive Team
As the Chairman of the Board of Directors and founder of Highland Commercial Roofing, Brett's immersion in the roofing industry began during his formative years in Monrovia, California. He initially delved into the field by engaging in part-time tasks, loading shingles, and participating in roof tear-offs for a residential contractor while still in high school. His dedication to roofing persisted during his time at the University of California at Los Angeles, where he continued his industry involvement. Progressing from a foreman to superintendent at California's largest commercial roofing contractor during his college years, Brett garnered extensive experience across a spectrum of commercial, industrial, and government projects, working with a diverse array of roofing products. After 12 years as an employee, Brett charted his path, establishing Highland Commercial Roofing in 1991. Since Highland's inception, he meticulously cultivated Highland from a modest local enterprise into a robust regional presence in the western United States. Highland now spans across six offices, serving seven states in the region and continues to grow. Brett actively contributes to operational management and plays a pivotal role in shaping future business development strategies throughout the Highland network. Beyond his business commitments, Brett remains ardently dedicated to the roofing industry's advancement. He has held the position of president at the Southern California Roofing Contractors Association and maintains his role as a past president and current board member of the California Roofing Contractors Association. Within these capacities, he offers his expertise to various committees focused on safety, insurance, and legislative matters. Additionally, Brett has served as an Executive Board Member of the National Roofing Contractors Association, where he contributed as a member of the technical specifications committee. His ongoing involvement in these associations underscores a profound commitment to advancing and improving the roofing industry as a whole.

Chris Hinck

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • Vice President of Operations, Southern California

Greg Pender

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • Regional Vice President, Arizona

Kris Watson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • Regional Vice President, Nevada

Michael King

Job Titles:
  • Executive Vice President of Sales
  • Leader
  • Member of the Executive Team
Michael King is an experienced entrepreneurial leader who joined Highland Commercial Roofing in early 2023 as the Executive Vice President of Sales. With a successful career in the roofing industry, he is known for leading teams into new markets, achieving significant sales outcomes, and optimizing profitability while managing expenses. Michael has expertise and a track record in cultivating high-performing sales teams that consistently outperform competitors. He excels at implementing change management and delivering both quantitative and qualitative results through collaborative team efforts. Michael brings a combination of vision, passion, leadership, and balance, driving success through commitment and teamwork.

Rick Cunningham - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Executive Chairman of the Board
  • Member of the Executive Team
For 17 years, he steered the helm as a general manager for a significant commercial and residential roofing contracting company in Southern California. Following this, Rick assumed the role of president at a real estate development firm, contributing four years to constructing custom homes in Orange County, California, before joining the Highland Commercial Roofing team in 2005.

Robert A. Keen - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • President

Scott M. DeLine

Job Titles:
  • Executive Vice President of Operations
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • Vice President of Operations at Highland Commercial Roofing, Wield
Scott M. DeLine serves as the Vice President of Operations at Highland Commercial Roofing, wielding over 25 years of profound experience in operations and management across the building materials distribution sector. Grounded in a robust understanding of strategic planning, business development, customer relations, and adept team leadership, Scott has continually propelled sales growth, skillfully managed budgets, and evaluated risks with precision. His multifaceted leadership has been instrumental in establishing prosperous new branch locations and crafting far-reaching business strategies that have yielded unparalleled growth and profitability.

Todd Bender

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Executive Team
  • Regional Vice President, Northern California