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10/10/2025
Gulfeagle Supply Appoints Brad Powers as Chief Revenue and Operations Officer
Gulfeagle Supply Appoints Brad Powers as Chief Revenue and Operations Officer
Tampa, FL – October 2, 2025 – Gulfeagle Supply, a leading national distributor of roofing and building products, is proud to announce the appointment of Brad Powers as Chief Revenue and Operations Officer (CROO), effective Monday, October 6, 2025. Powers succeeds Kurt Schwahn, who is pursuing an executive role in another industry. Gulfeagle extends its gratitude to Schwahn for his years of leadership and service.
Powers joined Gulfeagle Supply in 2020 as District Sales Manager and most recently served as Regional Vice President for the Southeast. Over the past five years, he has overseen significant growth in sales and operations across a large footprint, demonstrating strong leadership and deep industry expertise.
With more than 27 years of experience in both manufacturing and distribution, Powers brings a well-rounded perspective to the roofing and building products industry. His career includes leadership roles at major manufacturers of commercial roofing and waterproofing systems as well as executive positions within distribution. Throughout his career, he has consistently driven revenue growth, expanded market share, and built strong supplier and customer partnerships.
“Brad truly understands our people, our industry, and what it takes to deliver value to our customers and partners,” said Brad Resch, President of Gulfeagle Supply. “His proven track record and vision for growth make him the right leader to guide Gulfeagle’s continued success.”
Powers and his wife, Emily, will relocate to Tampa later this year, where he will be based at Gulfeagle’s Business Support Center.
With this appointment, Gulfeagle Supply reaffirms its commitment to experienced leadership and to building on its more than 50-year legacy as a trusted partner to contractors, vendors, and communities nationwide.
About Gulfeagle Supply Founded in 1973 by Jim Resch in Tampa, FL, originally as Gulfside Supply, Gulfeagle Supply is a family-owned distributor of residential and commercial roofing supplies and building products. Through acquisitions, start-up locations, and a diverse product offering, Gulfeagle has grown to more than 120 locations nationwide. For more information, visit www.gulfeaglesupply.com.