Leadership

<b>Early Career</b> William Hagler is a lifelong Atlanta native who never strayed far from his hometown. He studied Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech and graduated in 2006. His path crossed with Paulson-Cheek early on. While still a student, he interned with the company in 2003 and joined full-time after graduation. <b>Career Path</b> At Paulson-Cheek, William has held roles across the organization, including Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Vice President, and ultimately President. His tenure demonstrates the growth opportunities in the dynamic, continually expanding company. <b>Expertise & Qualifications</b> William is a licensed Professional Engineer and holds mechanical contractor licenses in 10 states, including Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Alabama, Virginia, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. His technical proficiency earns customers’ trust in Paulson-Cheek's capabilities. <b>Client-Centered Approach</b> With an engineer's problem-solving mindset, William approaches each day focused on tackling challenges to ensure successful project execution. Over two decades at Paulson-Cheek, he has cultivated a reputation for leading by example and delivering value that persuades customers to partner on increasingly complex projects. <b>Growth Outlook</b> Under William's leadership, Paulson-Cheek continues expanding its geographical footprint by securing licensure in new territories. The company pushes the envelope yearly by taking on larger projects and increasing market share in its core HVAC services. Additionally, new complementary business lines like plumbing have been launched to meet customer needs holistically. Investments in innovative practices like off-site piping prefabrication further enhance project efficiency and quality control. <b>Motivating Values</b> Fostering a family-centric culture is important to William, stemming from Paulson-Cheek's founding values. The company strives to be best-in-class while supporting employees' ability to lead fulfilling personal lives. William aims to provide the same career growth opportunities to others that were afforded to him. As one of the company founders told him, "Don't think about climbing the ladder. Build a ladder underneath you." <b>Personal Interests</b> William comes from a lacrosse family. He and his wife play, and now their three young daughters actively participate in youth leagues. He loves the opportunity travel provides to experience new places. When not working, you can find William and his family hiking, backpacking, and enjoying outdoor adventures together.

<b>Early Career</b> Carden's career journey began with a co-op position at a large Atlanta-based mechanical firm from 2007 to 2010 while pursuing a mechanical engineering degree at Georgia Tech. After graduating in December 2011, he briefly explored general contracting. However, his dedication to the mechanical field drew him back to Paulson-Cheek, where he remains a pivotal figure. <b>Expertise & Credentials</b> As a licensed professional engineer in nine states, Carden's technical prowess significantly enhances Paulson-Cheek's design-build services. His ability to seamlessly integrate design and construction processes ensures the delivery of efficient, high-quality mechanical systems from the ground up. Carden's credentials underscore the company's commitment to excellence, positioning Paulson-Cheek as a leader able to provide experience and knowledge across the mechanical industry. <b>Current Role</b> Leading business development, Carden drives Paulson-Cheek's expansion while prioritizing the exceptional quality and consistency that we are known for. He champions the company's established processes that are the foundation of its success, aiming to ensure that Paulson-Cheek's legacy of excellence and reliability continues as the company evolves. <b>Client-Centered Approach</b> Carden thrives in the collaborative nature of construction, working closely with trades, contractors, and clients to deliver exceptional results on time and within budget. His vision for Paulson-Cheek is one of partnership and expertise, supporting clients in achieving their objectives through unparalleled craftsmanship and service. <b>Growth Outlook</b> Carden looks forward to guiding Paulson-Cheek through strategic growth to extend its reach and enhance service offerings, including a robust plumbing division. This expansion will be strategically managed to preserve the company's core values—technical excellence, quality, and a client-first perspective—ensuring that Paulson-Cheek meets customer objectives with precision and care. <b>Personal Interests</b> Away from the office, Carden enjoys golf, sports cars, cinema, and international travel. A dedicated Atlanta Braves fan and Georgia Tech season ticket holder, he revels in the thrill of the game, whether he’s teeing off on the links or cheering from the stands

<b>Early Passion</b> Josh Hall's entry into sales began unconventionally during his college years through a pivotal public speaking class. This class, which stood out as his favorite, saw Josh excelling in presentations and impromptu speeches, drawing topics from a fishbowl. His interest flourished, leading him to switch his major to marketing with a focus on sales management. Josh's sales career kicked off in 2004 with door-to-door copier sales. The summer heat was brutal, but he treasured the personal connections he was making. This experience, enriched by his public speaking skills and academic focus, guided him to Paulson-Cheek, where he embraced a truly relationship-driven sales approach. Josh's journey from college to professional sales underscores how foundational experiences can profoundly shape one’s career trajectory. <b>Career Path</b> Josh gained a well-rounded experience by working in different roles at Paulson-Cheek. Before moving into leadership, he worked in service, estimating, and construction sales. This breadth of exposure provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's operations and capabilities, which he draws upon daily. <b>Client-Focused Approach</b> Josh's core philosophy is "People buy from people." He focuses on creating genuine connections and friendships with customers, driven by the belief that cooperative relationships lead to successful projects. Josh aims to be a partner and trusted advisor, doing what is right over simply what is most profitable. <b>Motivating Values</b> Josh has a strong work ethic and a sense of responsibility that motivates him. He firmly believes that working hard leads to more opportunities. As the head of the sales team, he is driven by the knowledge that sales revenue supports the growth of Paulson-Cheek and the well-being of its employees and their families. He values trust, integrity, and a people-first approach, which guide his decision-making process. <b>Growth Outlook</b> Looking ahead, Josh envisions transitioning from day-to-day estimating to focusing on growing Paulson-Cheek's sales and estimating team. This strategic investment in developing internal talent and leadership will enhance the company's capacity to take on larger, more complex projects. It will also ensure consistent application of our client-centered philosophy—building trusting partnerships through responsive service and technical expertise to achieve customers' goals. <b>Personal Interests</b> Family is a top priority for Josh, who cherishes his more than a decade-long marriage and enjoys spending time with his two children. At Paulson-Cheek, the company culture values a healthy work-life balance and recognizes the importance of accommodating family needs. When he's not working, Josh loves to cheer on Atlanta's professional sports teams and support his alma mater, Georgia Southern University.

Taylor Cheek grew up in the HVAC industry as the son of Marshall Cheek, one of the founders of Paulson-Cheek. From a young age, he was groomed to join the family business. His passion for the industry was evident when he said he wanted to "be an air conditioner" as a child. <b>Education & Training</b> Taylor's passion for Industrial Engineering led him to follow in his father's footsteps and attend Georgia Tech. While pursuing his degree, he gained valuable experience by co-oping at Paulson-Cheek, where he was responsible for design drawings and engineering tasks. With his hard work and dedication, Taylor graduated from Georgia Tech in 2015, equipped with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact in his field. <b>Customer-Focused Approach</b> Immediately after graduation, Taylor joined Paulson-Cheek full-time in the preconstruction and sales department. He takes great pride in strengthening the company's relationships with existing customers and introducing Paulson-Cheek's capabilities to new clients. Taylor's approach focuses on being a partner and building trust through responsive service and open communication. Highlight projects where he excelled at customer connection include the HVAC construction for Purple Mattress' manufacturing facility in Georgia and Luxottica's giant distribution center. On the Purple project, he enjoyed the challenge of meeting their unique process needs for piping proprietary gels throughout the facility. <b>Current Role</b> In his current role, Taylor supports sales efforts while overseeing various operational aspects of the business. He continues to prioritize delivering an exceptional customer experience on every project. <b>Future Outlook</b> Taylor is excited about Paulson-Cheek's future growth in plumbing services and its expanding geographic footprint, allowing it to serve more customers in more ways across a broader region. <b>Personal</b> In his free time, Taylor is an avid Georgia Tech sports fan, having grown up attending games. Other hobbies include home networking/IT projects, golfing, and spending time with his growing family.