Our Team

From the production line to our front office, Team Fratco is full of hard-working people who care for our customers. Every time you pick up the phone, someone will be on the other side ready to help however they can. Every time you order pipe, one of our skilled employees will ensure it’s just right for your project. These are just some of the ways Fratco upholds our promise of great customer service paired with high-quality products.

OUR
LEADERSHIP

CHRIS OVERMYER

PRESIDENT & CEO

As the fourth generation of Fratco leadership, Chris cares about his family’s legacy. His leadership, attention to detail and deft approach to material science has ushered in the newest era of Fratco’s success with an eye toward future innovations.

BILL CHAMPION

COO

A strong background in finance and risk management means Bill understands the importance of maintaining specs above the competition and ensuring strong ROI for Fratco’s loyal customers.

CRAIG DOUGLASS

SALES MANAGER

As the leader of Fratco’s growing sales department, Craig focuses his attention on relationships, agility and relentless customer service and encourages a more nimble and responsive team dynamic.

OUR
SALES TEAM

ALAN KRUSZKA

MINNESOTA, WISCONSIN & NORTHERN IOWA SALES

With more than 40 years of agricultural sales experience under his belt, there isn’t much Alan hasn’t seen. His background makes him one of the most knowledgeable in our industry, and we lean heavily on his insight here at Fratco.

akruszka@fratco.com

BRENDAN NOGGLE

SOUTHERN INDIANA SALES

Brendan has been around Fratco pipe since he was eight years old, but he had no idea he would be selling it when he grew up. Now, Brendan enjoys building relationships with customers and expanding Fratco’s brand in Southern Indiana.

bnoggle@fratco.com

CHAD NICHOLSON

NORTHERN ILLINOIS SALES

Beneath Chad’s gruff exterior is a fountain of drainage knowledge, tech experience and real-world know-how with drainage systems and installation. Plus, his extensive experience at Fratco only makes him that much more valuable to our team and customers.

cnicholson@fratco.com

CRAIG THOMPSON

SOUTHERN IOWA SALES

With more than two decades of experience installing pipe and a background in water and sewer systems, Craig is a resource for agricultural and commercial projects unmatched in the industry.

cthompson@fratco.com

JADE CRUM

CENTRAL INDIANA & CENTRAL OHIO SALES

Growing up on his family’s farm in Frankfort, Indiana, Jade learned the importance of good agricultural drainage solutions from an early age. Today, he still occasionally lends a hand at home while serving Fratco customers and their drainage needs.

jcrum@fratco.com

JERRY WEILAND

MIDWEST & WEST REGION SALES

Jerry joins the Fratco team after numerous years serving the people of South Dakota and Nebraska with Hefty Seed. He brings with him extensive experience in agribusiness and a deep understanding of agronomics and economics.

jweiland@fratco.com

KILEY MILLER

IOWA & MISSOURI SALES

A great knowledge and a great attitude helps Kiley sell what he considers the best pipe on the market. As an Iowa native, Kiley enjoys connecting with the people he grew up with as well as traveling to build relationships with new customers across the state.

kmiller@fratco.com

PAUL LIGGETT

NORTHERN INDIANA, NORTHERN OHIO & MICHIGAN SALES

Paul brings to Team Fratco a strong business background coupled with the work ethic and dedication born from his time in the field burying pipe. His hands-on experience lends Paul’s customers a trusted advisor in the field on installation day.

pliggett@fratco.com

TRUDI CLARK

SALES TEAM

Trudi has an extensive knowledge of the drainage industry having been involved since the late 1980s. Her background provides a unique perspective for applying different solutions. When she’s not helping provide top-of-the-line drainage solutions, Trudi is involved with various charities to help give back to the world.

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