Overview
Brett and Scott met in 2012 while Brett was working as a Field Service Rep and Scott as an Independent Manufactures Rep. Working together over the next few years, Scott and Brett bonded over their dedication to family, friends and work. Scott’s vast design knowledge and history in both the general construction sector as well as the roofing industry combined with Brett’s knowledge of roofing components, products, and how they are installed made for a perfect team. In 2017 an independent manufacture representative opportunity presented itself and Rocky Mountain Reps Inc. was created. With the success of the previous rep group and the relationships Scott and Brett built in the industry along with their aspirations, their goal is to elevate the manufactures rep business.
Rocky Mountain Reps Inc. is the peak Division 7 manufactures rep group of the Rocky Mountains. By staying current with industry knowledge and providing excellent customer service, Rocky Mountain Reps Inc. will always be your best choice.
Our Team
David Stassi
Outside Sales Rep
- Colorado State University
- Prior single ply manufacture technical sales rep (Versico Roofing Systems)
- 5+ years – Commercial Roofing Manufacture Field/Sales Experience
Raised in Castle Rock, CO and now living in the Denver suburbs, David brings a wealth of roofing industry experience to our team. He held key roles at OMG Roofing Products and Carlisle Construction Materials. Most recently served as the Technical Sales Representative for Versico in the Rocky Mountain Region. Prior to that, he was an inspector for both Versico and Carlisle Syntec, covering Colorado and Wyoming. With a strong technical background and a service-first mindset, David is passionate about supporting the continued success of the Northern Colorado and Wyoming markets.
When he’s not working, you’ll likely find David cheering on his favorite local teams—especially the Colorado State Rams—or enjoying a round of golf when the weather cooperates.
Ed Yancik
Outside Sales Rep
- University of Texas
- 4 Years – Commercial Roofing and Architectural Metal Project and Branch
- 5+ years – Commercial Roofing Manufacture Field/Sales Experience
Born and raised as a 3rd generation Colorado native, Ed remains in his hometown Colorado Springs servicing our Southern Colorado clients. Ed comes to RMR from a large commercial roofing and sheet metal company where he spent the last 4 years as a Senior Project Manager as well as Colorado Springs Branch Manager. Ed brings the useful perspective of an installing contractor. Ed’s entry into the construction industry was a rare silver-lining of Covid. Prior to the pandemic, Ed spent 15 years with Canon, where he shared his gift of problem solving by creating and implementing a data-driven coaching program for field technicians across the western United States. While office buildings were shuttered by the virus, Ed took the opportunity to obtain a certification in Data Analytics and Visualization from the University of Texas.
Outside of work, Ed spends his time with his wife and two boys. When time allows, he escapes to the golf course “with the fellas” in the never-ending search for that round of a lifetime.
Jake Kobza
Outside Sales Rep
- Cedarville University (NY)
- Experienced Ops Analyst for JP Morgan Chase
- 5 Years – Building Envelope Product Experience
Born and raised in rural Western New York Jake attended Cedarville University in Ohio for Business Management. After securing his degree he started his career in the Operations Analyst Development program at JP Morgan Chase & Co. Moving into an associate role he worked on multiple projects ranging from process improvement to crisis management. A desire for a more face to face role pushed him to seek a job outside the walls of a cubicle. In 2019 he started working in Kentucky as an independent sales representative for Firestone Building Products as well as other complementary roofing product manufacturers such as Georgia-Pacific and Metal-Era. Yearly hunting, hiking, and snowboarding trips to the Western states developed a desire to move closer to those activities permanently. With a proven track record of success he is eager to put his skills and knowledge to use with the RMR team.
Brett Piane
Vice President
- Western State College (CO)
- 8 Years – Versico/Syntec Technical representative
- 5 Years – Carlisle Construction Materials Field Service representative
Brett is from Kansas City and spent his childhood and teenage years in the suburbs of KC. After graduating high school, Brett attended EMT school at Colorado Mountain College. He continued his education at Western State College of Colorado and gained a bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Business in 2006. Growing up in the construction industry, Brett worked on the roof and in the heavy equipment fields throughout his life. With experience on the roof, Brett went to work in the renewable energy field installing Photovoltaic systems on a variety of commercial and residential projects. Brett then worked for Carlisle Construction Materials as a Field Service Representative in 2012 where he inspected and investigated up to 30 commercial roofs per week. Brett became an expert in commercial roofing design and installation. While working as a Product Specialist for Carlisle Syntec Systems, the opportunity to start an independent rep firm with Scott Patz presented itself and Rocky Mountain Reps Inc. was born.
At Rocky Mountain Reps Inc. Brett works hard to represent their Division 7 manufactures. Working with Architects, Building Owners and Contractors, Brett focuses on the needs of the clients by building strong relationships based on trust and integrity.
Scott Patz
President
- Colorado State University – Construction Management
- Experienced General Contractor specializing in federal, state and local government construction
- 12 Years – 2nd Generation Independent Rep.
Scott was born and raised in Westminster, Colorado just north of Denver. Scott grew up in a long tenured independent manufacture rep family with a father who was a rep for 25 years. Scott graduated from Northglenn High School in 2004 and headed north to Fort Collins, Colorado to attend and play hockey for Colorado State University. In 2008, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree with a focus in Construction Management and went to work for a General Contractor that specialized in government work, they were headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. After spending six years as a Project Manager, Estimator, Corporate Scheduler, Technical Writer and helping to Manage the Pre-Construction efforts he was asked to join Roofing Resources, Inc. a Colorado base Independent Manufacture Rep firm. In 2017 he branched out and started Rocky Mountain Reps Inc.
Scott has now spent the last 5 years as an independent rep with a focus in commercial roofing throughout Colorado, Wyoming and Montana. In addition, he has a strong background in the general contracting world that included four and a half of his years managing the Roofing IDIQ contract at the United States Air Force Academy that was a 5-year contract worth up to $25 million.
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