TAYLOR COLE

Chief executive officer

Taylor is responsible for leading the company’s long-term growth strategy, corporate planning, and financial performance.

Prior to joining CSC, Taylor was the President of Firestone Building Products. He successfully led a four-year turnaround, which ultimately culminated in the divestiture of the business at a 12x multiple.

Prior to joining Firestone, Taylor served as President, North America OTR tire division for Bridgestone, Managing Director of U.S. new equipment and aftermarket business units at Howden North America Inc. He also has served in executive roles at Intergraph Corporation, Sandvik Mining and Construction, and Freeport McMoRan Copper and Gold Inc. in the U.S. and overseas.

Taylor earned a bachelor’s degree in marine transportation from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and received his MBA from the University of Florida. He currently resides in Nashville.