About Us

Caleb Brown is President for US Aggregates, before this role he served as the Director of Sales and Business Development for seven years. Caleb's connection to US Aggregates runs deep; his father started working at US Aggregates in 1976, marking nearly 50 years of family involvement with the company. Caleb has worked in the construction materials industry his whole career. Before joining US Aggregates, Caleb worked as an Account Manager for Rinker Materials. In 2010, Caleb transitioned to US Aggregates, where he has held various roles in credit management and account management before becoming the Director of Sales. Caleb graduated from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Caleb brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted connection to the company, promising to lead US Aggregates with an emphasis on collaboration, alignment and empowerment. Outside of work, Caleb is married and has three children who keep his weekends and evenings full of fun. He loves to cook and as time permits, he can be found building in his garage workshop.

Hope Bray is the Director of Human Resources for US Aggregates. Since joining in 2015, Hope has created processes and policies, established a talent acquisition practice, driven employee engagement, and developed training across all areas of the business. She brings a passion for people and being a business partner. Prior to her current role, Hope was the Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter for Heartland Food Products, leading all aspects of HR for their Distribution/Logistics business. Before this, Hope was the Talent Acquisition Coordinator and then Talent Acquisition Partner with Ingersoll Rand. Hope graduated in 2010 from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business with a B.S. in Human Resources Management. She then went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Business Administration - Human Resources from Indiana Wesleyan in 2012. Hope is an active member in the Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association and the Society for Human Resource Management. Hope and her husband, Greg, enjoy camping and all things outdoors with their two boys.

Jordan Holt is the Director of Sales and Business Development for US Aggregates. Jordan has been in the construction industry since 2004. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in Construction Engineering and Management. Jordan has worked within the Heritage Group of Companies since 2010, when he started at Milestone Contractors, and later made the move to US Aggregates in 2014. Jordan also worked for Bowen Engineering upon graduating from Purdue where he worked as a Project Engineer on several large industrial projects. Jordan possesses a depth of experience in construction operations and estimating and is eager to put those experiences to use. Aside from having a passion for the construction and building industry he enjoys coaching his son’s football team, watching his daughter in her theatre performances, and is a 2-wheel enthusiast.

Rachel Lockhart is the Director of Capital Projects for US Aggregates. She brings over twelve years of dedicated service and leadership. Throughout her tenure, Rachel has played a pivotal role in both the engineering and operations teams, contributing to the success and growth of the organization. She has served as a Project Manager and Plant Manager at both 243 Quarry and Deer Creek, gaining hands-on experience and a deep understanding of operational excellence. Rachel is known for her collaborative spirit, technical expertise and ability to lead complex projects with precision and care. Her leadership style is grounded in mentorship and teamwork, consistently inspiring those around her and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In her current role, she oversees project management and engineering teams across all regions, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment with long-term business goals.

Corey Johnson is the Director of Operations for US Aggregates. Corey started his career shoveling tail pulleys and driving a water truck at a small stone quarry in Central Illinois, while he attended college at Southern Illinois University, where he received his Bachelor's degree. His career progressed over the years, from operations management and sales to project management, and most recently as General Manager of Aggregates for Amrize Inc. (previously Holcim US) in the Mid-Atlantic area. Corey brings a collaborative spirit and a strong belief in empowering others to succeed. His leadership style is rooted in teamwork, trust and shared success. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Margaret and their two sons. One lives in Savannah, Georgia and the other in Roanoke, Virginia. You’ll often find him on the golf course or cheering on the Colts with friends and family.

Duane Gibbs joined the US Aggregates team in 2019 as Finance Manager, bringing over 13 years of experience in corporate finance. He currently leads the functions of the Finance/Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Purchasing departments. Duane is passionate about utilizing data along with financial information to provide progressive decision-making tools for the organization. Prior to his current position, he held various positions in treasury, accounting, and financial planning & analysis within the financial services and manufacturing industries. Duane graduated in 2007 from Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management with a B.S. in Business Management & Finance. Then, in 2014, he received his MBA in Leadership from Butler University. Duane and his wife, Kelly, reside in Plainfield, Indiana, and have three children. In his free time, he enjoys coaching their kids’ sports teams, hiking, biking, and golfing.

Eric Woodings is the Director of Quality Control for US Aggregates. In 2014, Eric joined the US Aggregates team and now works closely with Quality Control, Operations, Sales, and the Health and Environmental Safety groups to bring a consistent approach to quality programs. He believes a team approach to quality helps insure superior products for our customers. Prior to his current role, Eric was a Quality Control Manager for Vulcan Materials in their Midwest Division. Before this, he worked with the Indiana Department of Transportation as a field geologist, later becoming the Crawfordsville District Geologist. Eric is a licensed Professional Geologist in the State of Indiana. He serves on the Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association’s Technical Committee and holds DOT Aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt certifications in multiple states. Eric graduated from Indiana State University with B.S. degrees in Geology and Secondary Education. He and his wife, Cheryl, reside near Otterbein, Indiana and enjoy spending time with their grandkids. Both Cheryl and Eric enjoy equestrian activities and camping.

Laurie Webb joined the US Aggregates team in 2018 as the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager. Before this, she was an Environmental Manager for Lehigh Hanson. She began her career over 20 years ago as the National Sales Manager for an environmental laboratory, introducing her to the aggregates industry. Laurie holds multiple Indiana Water/Wastewater Operators certifications and is a certified Visible Emission Field Evaluator of air quality. She is an active member of the Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association, recently completing a three-year term as Chair of the Environmental Committee. Laurie serves on the Environmental Stewardship Council and the Women Leaders in Mining Association for the IMAA and is active in the Indiana Section of the American Water Works Association. Laurie graduated from Purdue University in 1992, receiving a B.S. in Natural Resources Environmental Science, specializing in water quality. Laurie and her husband, Dave, are obsessed with international travel and their two rescue pups. She is an Indianapolis Colts fan and enjoys hiking, biking, and kayaking.

Eric Reno is the Safety Manager for US Aggregates and joined the company in 2021. Eric started his career building jet engines as a contractor for the Air Force before joining the mining industry. Eric’s first position in mining started with Hanson Harding Street before transitioning to MSHA training and finally being an MSHA inspector for 10 years. While he enjoyed his role with MSHA, Eric joined US Aggregates because he felt he could do more with his experiences. US Aggregates fierce commitment to safety drew Eric’s attention and he wanted to further our efforts to be the leading example of safety in the mining industry. Outside of work, Eric’s four kids keep him very busy, and he enjoys coaching the sports they are involved in. Beyond coaching, Eric himself plays baseball in the Hoosier Town Ball Adult Baseball League during the fall.

Joe Papp joined US Aggregates in 2021 as the Area Manager for Southern Operations. Joe graduated with a degree in mining engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and began his career in underground metals during summers while in school and after graduation. In 1990 he made a change to aggregates working around the country in underground and surface stone and sand and gravel operations in plant management, operations management, and engineering roles. Prior to joining US Agg, Joe worked for Rogers Group, Inc. overseeing their six underground operations spanning from Indiana to Tennessee. He likes working with and developing employees in reaching their potential. Joe and his wife live in Bloomington with 5 dogs and 6 quarter horses. They have 3 grown children and 1 grandson. Joe enjoys motorsports, working with horses and spending time with his family.

Ken Bachorski is the Operations Performance Manager for US Aggregates. Ken joined the company in 2013. Prior to his current role, Ken served as the Plant Manager for the Francesville and Monon locations. Through various roles in the company, Ken has served US Aggregates with a passion for continuous improvement. Through the Heritage Group, Ken has earned Yellow and Green Belt in LEAN Six Sigma. Ken was born in Hammond, Indiana and has been in the construction and mining industries since earning a science degree from Vincennes University in 1993. Ken came to US Aggregates from Lehigh Hansen where he started his mining career in 2011. Prior to that, Ken spent 18 years in the construction industry where he managed several large development projects including a unique “Dark Skies” development in the Sacramento Mountains of Southern New Mexico. Ken and his wife Eleni currently reside in DeMotte, Indiana and have two children and two dogs. He enjoys camping, fishing, woodworking and spending time with his family.

Kari Reynolds began her career with the aggregates industry in 1996 as a dispatcher for Knox Trucking. In 1998, Kari joined the Team at US Aggregates’ Richmond Plant as a dispatcher. Since then, she has served in a variety of roles. In 2012, Kari became a Certified Aggregate Tech in the State of Indiana. She acquired her State of Ohio Mine Foreman certification in 2015. In 2016, Kari joined the Sales Team as a Sales Coordinator for Eastern Indiana sites, which lead to her current position as Sales Manager. Quality, Safety, & Customer Service have always been top priority for Kari and she looks forward to serving the customers In Eastern Indiana. Kari and her husband, Jeremy, enjoy spending time with their blended family at Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow, boating and camping. She is a dog lover and enjoys her dog, Millie. She also loves watching football with her family.

Ross graduated from Purdue University in 2008 with a B.S. in Consumer Family Sciences and then joined the School Datebooks team where he worked in sales for 10 years. In 2018, he took a sales manager position with US Aggregates. Ross’s roots have always been in the construction industry. He worked for his father’s local contracting business all through high school and college and is the fifth generation of Larimore and Son Construction. He stays busy by spending time with his family, including wife Sarah and their three children: Gage, Wyatt, and Ava. In his downtime, he enjoys hunting and fishing with good friends. His other favorite pastime is watching the Purdue Boilermakers dominate their opponents.

Eric Reynolds is Sales Manager, Industrial Minerals for US Aggregates. He joined US Aggregates in 2014 as part of an acquisition. Prior to his current role, Eric served as Plant Manager for the company’s Portland site. While dedicated to maintaining the Portland Quarry and Fine Grind operations, Eric kept a particular focus on industrial mineral sales and site development. He held similar positions with the previous owner of the location, Meshberger Bros Corp.

Scott Ruble is the Sales Manager for Springville and 243 locations at US Aggregates. He started his career pursuing education in agriculture production and business management. Following graduation, he found himself joining the mining industry as a dump truck driver. Since joining the company in 2016, Scott has played a vital role in plant operations, sales coordination and customer relationship development. With over 20 years of experience in the aggregate industry — from delivery and dispatch to sales — Scott brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of our customers’ needs. Outside of work, you can find Scott barbecuing and socializing by the pool with his family and friends. If he’s not home, he is probably enjoying a family vacation or cruise! He also shared that he enjoys trying to grow new things in his garden.

Matt Mager is the Sales Manager for Flat Rock and Columbus locations at US Aggregates. He brings over 15 years of experience in sales and customer service. His background spans both the concrete and agricultural industries, giving him a well-rounded perspective on customer needs and market dynamics. Most recently, he served as a Concrete Sales Representative for Irving Materials Inc., where he managed major accounts across North Central Indiana, coordinated project bids and maintained strong client relationships. Matt also has extensive experience in seed sales and operations through his work with First Choice Seeds. Matt is known for his approachable leadership style, deep product knowledge and commitment to delivering value to both internal teams and external partners.