Meet the team

HighCom Armor has an extraordinary group of experienced and talented management team stretching back to the founding days of the armor industry. The HighCom Armor team thrives in a culture of professional development, continuous improvement, risk mitigation and execution so that we may arrive at the highest quality solution for our customers – exceeding their expectations in quality, delivery, communication, and service. Team experience includes but is not limited to: Organizational Compliance, LEAN Manufacturing, Certified ITAR Compliance, Certified Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance Engineering, Berry Amendment Compliance, Certified Public Accountancy, Government Contract Compliance, and Finance and Business Degrees.

 

Sally Nordeen

CEO

Former Captain in the US Army, Sally Nordeen, is HighCom Armor's Chief Executive Officer. Sally oversees the ongoing operations of all divisions in the company.

Chad Wright

COO

Chad Wright oversees our organizational operations and management, including direct reports from our R&D, Engineering, Supply-Chain Management, Manufacturing, Trade Compliance, Facilities, Testing Program, and Quality Management in Columbus Ohio.

Thomas Kiefer

CFO

Thomas Kiefer oversees all financial management and reporting aspects of the company and currently manages our accounting and bookkeeping operations as well as internal control processes and external audit and tax services.

David Brown

VP, Technology

David oversees HighCom's Technology Systems and IT Management including outsourced services and hardware and software oversight. David manages security, framework, facilities integration, and team solutions across our technology information support.

Mark Lodge

VP, Business Development

Mark Lodge is responsible for driving growth and expanding business opportunities. He identifies and establishes strategic partnerships, builds relationships with key clients, and explores new markets and industries. Mark Lodge actively seeks out potential business prospects, negotiates contracts, and collaborates with internal teams to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs and fuel the company's success in the armor industry.

Jamie McCormick

Director of Sales - Americas

Former LEO and Government Contractor supporting U.S. Special Operations HUMINT programs, Jamie McCormick oversees Government Sales, Contracts, and all sales channels within the company in the Americas. Jamie will continue to support R&D/engineering, product development, manufacturing, marketing, and technology.

Fresnel Jean-Francois

Supply Chain Manager

Fresnel Jean-Francois oversees all logistics related activities, including order management and production resource allocation with an emphasis on warehouse and distribution activities including quality engineering support.

Salony Kothari

Compliance Program Manager

Salony Kothari ensures compliance for trade and regulatory operations, overseeing the ongoing control and improvement of trade, organizational, and regulatory compliance and support of financial and quality audit teams.

Heather Suver

Human Resources Manager

Heather Suver oversees human resources related to Employment Law, FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC, Mediation & Advocacy, HR Policies & Procedures, Staff Recruitment & Retention, Benefits Administration, HR Program/Project Management, Performance Management, Organizational Development, and Payroll.

Parker Steele

Marketing Director

As Marketing Director, Parker Steele manages the development and execution of marketing strategies, oversees the marketing team, and ensures the alignment of marketing efforts with business objectives. He analyzes performance metrics, optimizes campaigns across various channels, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive brand awareness, growth, and success.

Jon Nickey

Ecom Manager

Jon Nickey is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations and performance of the HighCom website. He ensures the website is optimized for user experience, implements strategies to drive traffic and conversion, manages product listings and inventory, and monitors key performance metrics. Jon also collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance website functionality, implement promotional campaigns, and continuously improve the online shopping experience.