David Klein
Age: 37
Title: President/CEO
Company: Greenwood Industries Inc.
Company location: Millbury
Residence: Southborough
Career highlights:
I am the founder and president of Greenwood Industries Inc. We are a commerical roofing and architectural sheet metal company.
The company was formed in 1992 and we have experienced revenue growth every year. I joined the company only one yea later in 1993. We consider Greenwood Industries to be the leader in our industry by providing service and exceptional quality.
My education background includes a bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University.
Community involvement:
My family and my firm are active supporter of a variety of youth programs, the Southborough Food Pantry, and fundraising efforts in the fight against breast cancer.
Biggest professional success:
Being able to grow Greenwood Industries for 16 consecutive years and employing over 190 employees.
Dream job:
PGA Tour Pro.
Businessperson you admire most:
My father, George Klein, who could always make something from nothing.
If you weren’t doing the job you’re doing now, what would you do?
Studying architecture. I find architecture from the past and present to be extremely fascinating.
Favorite movie:
It’s a tie between “The Godfather” and “Shawshank Redemption.” Both movies highlight the importance of shear intelligence and the ability of man to adapt and succeed
If you were stuck on a desert island, what book would you want to have with you?
The essays of Warren Buffet: Lessons for Corporate America.