Westwood Contractors named Stefan Figley its new chief executive, succeeding Robert Benda, who has served as CEO since 2005. Benda will continue as chairman of the board.
Westwood’s Advisory Board of Directors also includes Michael Bennett, principal, Bennett Benner Architects; William Latham, Acme Brick Co.; Chris Leathers, Freese & Nichols; Heidi Leathers, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; and Nathan Robinett, Frost Bancshares, retired. Figley has worked extensively in large and small teams in the U.S. and abroad, including Steamatic, where he most recently served as president until its sale to an international public company.
As part of Westwood’s succession plan, the firm said it conducted a national search.
“On behalf of the entire board we are delighted to welcome Stefan to the Westwood team, and we believe he possesses the combination of skills and experience necessary to build on Westwood’s 37-year track record of success,” Benda said in a release.
“Stefan’s depth of marketing experience, including domestic and international roles, and successful track record of leading large organizations operating on a national scale will bring added resources to the talented Westwood team and ensure a bright future for the company.”
Figley earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Texas Christian University while playing tennis. He earned 1st team All-Conference and 1st team All-American, and competed as a tour professional.
“One of the most important skills is the ability to adapt,” Figley said in the release. “You can’t always predict what’s going to happen. You never know fully what to expect from the other side. It’s about sharpening your skills and always being prepared to the greatest extent possible. The trials and tribulations of having to adapt to a situation is one of the things you must do to be successful. The other thing is winning. We all want wins. I want to be sure my team wins.”