Fred Stephan

Fred Stephan is vice president and general manager for JM’s Insulation Systems business. Stephan’s previous roles within JM include vice president and general manager of the Roofing Systems Business, vice president of Business Process Simplification and vice president and general manager of JM’s Engineered Products Group’s High Performance Nonwovens business.

Stephan was appointed to manage the insulation business during a challenging time for the residential sector, but one with many opportunities. In 2009, JM announced a strategic alliance with Lowe’s as its sole supplier of insulation to all North American stores as well as acquired Corbond, a specialty spray-foam manufacturer. As a proven business leader within the company, Stephan has a successful track record with major growth initiatives.

Prior to joining Johns Manville in 2004, Stephan spent 18 years in a number of General Electric’s business units including Consumer and Industrial, Lighting, Plastics and Power Systems.

Fred received his B.S. in electrical engineering from Purdue University and is Six Sigma Green Belt certified. Fred and his family live in Highlands Ranch, Colo.

Johns Manville, a Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: BRK.A, BRK.B), is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality building and specialty products. In business since 1858, the Denver-based company has annual sales of approximately $2 billion and holds leadership positions in all of the key markets that it serves. Johns Manville employs approximately 6,500 people and operates 41 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and China. Additional information can be found at www.jm.com.