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John Glaze, Founder & President

John is the founder and president of Fast Track Specialties, LP, and brings more than 30 years of experience in architectural specialties products to the construction industry. John is a results-oriented, hands-on professional specializing in building projects for corporate interiors, healthcare, education, and hospitality businesses. John is well versed in contract negotiations, project estimating, job scheduling, purchasing, safety, and quality control. Because of his vast experience and knowledge, John is known industry-wide for his proven ability to perform. His reliable reputation has helped him develop and maintain a positive rapport with contractors, architects, developers, and vendors in the construction industry.

As chief of safety for Fast Track Specialties, John focuses on improving safety not only within the company but for the industry. His dedication continues to build trust with his employees, vendors, and customers alike. He strives to outperform project expectations and continues to prove his team is better than the rest, building solid relationships, one customer at a time.

John's strong work ethic began at the age of six when he rolled and delivered newspapers for the Houston Chronicle. While attending Stephen F. Austin State University (Class of 1994), John worked as a Radio DJ and a furniture salesperson. John worked for a short stint in his family business after college, but in 1997, John's entrepreneurial aspirations led him to create a career in commercial construction.

John and his wife Kimberly have four children and attend Faithbridge Church. His core values are to honor God, give back, guide the company, develop people, share the vision, and do the right thing. John currently serves on the following boards and committees:

  • Vice President, Building New Foundations
  • Chair-Elect, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Greater Houston
  • Chair-Elect, Construction Maintenance Educational Foundation (CMEF)
  • Board Member, ABC of Texas
  • Board Member, ABC National
  • Vice President, University of Houston Construction Management Industry Advisory Board
  • Life Member, 100 Club of Houston
  • Life Member, Stephen F Austin State University Alumni Association
Jennifer Whiting, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Jennifer Whiting, Vice President

Jennifer was appointed Vice President of Fast Track Specialties, LP. in 2006 and is a member of its Board of Directors. Prior to this appointment, Jennifer was the Corporate Controller for four years.  She is currently responsible for developing the companies operating profit, cash flow, and capital spending plans and its external and internal financial reporting.  She also oversees and coordinates high profile projects, specializing in complex architectural building specialties.

Prior to joining Fast Track Specialties, LP., Jennifer spent several years with a General Contractor specializing in commercial interiors, where she obtained a vast knowledge of construction industry experience including estimating, project management, AIA documentation, EEOC compliance, JOC records, and HUB subcontracting plans.

Mrs. Whiting earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Houston C.T. Bauer College of Business with a specialization in Accounting.  Jennifer is a LEED AP ID+C with an OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certifications. Mrs. Whiting also serves the community as a Board Member for two charitable organizations.

Clinton Forsyth, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Clinton Forsyth, Director of Operations and Safety

Clinton is currently the Director of Operations and Safety for Fast Track Specialties, LP. He oversees the daily operations of the field teams, manages Quality Control, and supervises our safety strategies. Clinton joined the Fast Track Specialties, LP. team in 2011.

Prior to joining the team, Clinton had thirty-four years of experience in Commercial Construction with various Commercial General Contractors. Clinton currently holds his OSHA 500, OSHA 510, Certified OSHA outreach Trainer, First AID & CPR train the trainer, and TAS certified ADA Specialist. Clinton is very active in various associations.  He is the Chair of the ASA Safety Committee, active in the ABC Safety Committee, C3 Safety Committee, and the Chair of the Construction Safety Network. He also serves on the Advisory Board for OSHA Fall Prevention- Houston Chapter.

Brooke Barnett, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Brooke Barnett, Director of Project Management

Brian Warren, Fast Track Specialties Team Member

Brian Warren, Materials Management Manager

Brian is the Materials Management Manager for Fast Track Specialties, LP.  Brian supervises the organization and implementation of the material supply chain and sets strategic direction and execution of distribution. Brian joined Fast Track Specialties, LP in 2011. Prior to his joining our team, he spent twenty years with a Fortune 500 company at which time he moved from Memphis, TN to Houston, TX.

Brian graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from the University of Memphis.  He currently holds his OSHA 30 and his First Aid & CPR Certification.

Andy Williamson, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Andy Williamson

Senior Superintendent

Gavin Rodriguez, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Gavin Rodriguez, Project Manager

Michael Gonzales, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Michael Gonzales, Project Manager

Nehemiah Bruce, Assistant Project Manager

Christopher Samano, Fast Track Specialties, LP Team

Christopher Samano, Senior Project Manager

As a project manager and member of the sales team, Chris is responsible for several ongoing jobs. With focuses on bidding, planning, scheduling, and project management, Chris ensures a successful finished product.

Before joining Fast Track Specialties in 2018, Chris spent several years in division 10 Specialties as a Project manager then as, Operation Manager. In May 2020 he will complete a leadership development course through the Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors which has taught skills in team building, communication, presentations, negotiations, marketing, and problem-solving. Chris has also obtained his Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30, First Aid, and CPR training.

Miriam Nava, Project Estimator

Adam Peglar, Project Estimator

Sam Clements, Project Estimator

Stacey Case, Billing Specialist

Josh Schmer, Installation Coordinator

Ricky Staggs, Field Foreman

Paul Talbot, Field Operations Associate

Caroline Glaze, Office Coordinator

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