Stuart Close, President
Stuart is a co-owner of Blaktop and Twin State Sand & Gravel. He is the second generation of his family to be involved in the business, and his responsibilities include operations, strategic direction, business development, bidding on commercial and municipal contracts, human resources, and customer relationship management. Stuart has a degree in Business Administration from the University of Vermont. He lives in Norwich, Vermont with his wife, son, and daughter.
Tim Cramer, Littleton Sales
Tim is celebrating his 27th year of employment with Blaktop. He began as a construction foreman and is now responsible for paving services sales from Blaktop’s Littleton office, where they service the north country of New Hampshire and Vermont. Tim lives in Fairlee, Vermont with his wife Ellen, where they operate a 5000-tap maple sugaring operation.
Herb Williams, Paving Superintendent Upper Valley
Herb lives in Plainfield, New Hampshire and has worked for Blaktop since 1972. When not overseeing paving crews, he likes to hunt and spend time with his five grandchildren.
Tim French, Asphalt Plant Superintendent/Materials Technician
Tim has worked for Blaktop since 2003. His primary responsibilities include managing the production of asphalt and testing to ensure compliance with project designs and state specifications. He has a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, is a Marine Corp. Veteran, and enjoys hunting, fishing, and working on race cars.
Tina Riendeau, Contracts Administrator, Receptionist
Tina Riendeau joined the Blaktop team in April of 2013 as receptionist and contracts administrator. She works in the West Lebanon office but handles customer service calls and administrative tasks for both the Lebanon and Littleton regions. Tina is a native of Danville, VT but has recently relocated with her husband to East Corinth. In her spare time Tina likes to do gardening, landscaping and other home projects at their new property there.
“The Carter Community Building Association is a nonprofit recreation center with a modest parking lot. Each time Blaktop has done paving for us, we have had an excellent experience. A quote has been quickly provided and the work completed as scheduled and quoted. In addition, we know Blaktop as a community-oriented firm that supports events such as our annual “Touch-A-Truck.” Blaktop helps make the Upper Valley a great place in which to work and live.” Curtis Richardson, Executive Director, CCBA