John brings 25 years of experience in business development, technical expertise, and outside sales across manufacturing and plastic distribution. Throughout his career, he has held a variety of key roles, including Territory Sales Manager, Regional Business Manager, National Accounts Manager, North American Aviation Business Manager, Global Aviation Business Manager, and North American Distribution Manager. For the past 13 years, John has collaborated with Kaddas Enterprises, focusing on the raw material side of the business, further expanding his expertise and strengthening his professional relationship with the company. In his spare time, John likes to travel, go to the beach, and spend time on his boat with his family.
Jimmy Zapata is a sales professional with over 30 years of experience in the Utility Industry. He started as a lineman, then continued his journey as a Distribution Line Design Technician for Florida Power and Light. Since then he has been a Hot Line Tool Demonstrator, Sales Engineer, Product Manager, and then Sales Manager in the Domestic and International Utility arena covering Substation, Distribution, and Transmission systems for companies like Hubbell and MacLean Power Systems. Jimmy also finds the time to volunteer for the city of Pembroke Pines FL as a youth soccer coach.
Jeff joined Kaddas in November 2024 as the West Region Sales Manager. With 10 years of experience in the electrical and utility industries, he began his career with Greenlee Tools, serving the contractor side. He later transitioned to the utility sector, working with HD Electric on safety testing and measurement products, followed by Sherman + Reilly, where he focused on distribution and transmission stringing equipment and blocks. Most recently, Jeff spent five years at Hubbell Power Systems, working with utility and OEM customers across Northern California.
Originally from the Chicagoland area, Jeff is a graduate of DePaul University in Chicago. A passionate supporter of Arsenal Football Club and all Chicago sports teams (especially the Cubs), he also enjoys golfing and exploring the country’s many national parks.
Jim joined the Kaddas team in September of 2023. He brings with him over 32 years’ sales experience in the Electric Utility Industry. Beginning his career with a locally owned distributor in the St. Louis and surrounding area. Jim then moved to a 21year career with Brooks Utility Products Group, (Formally E.J. Brooks), holding various sales and sales management positions throughout the Brooks organization. Over his career, he has enjoyed working with many different channels within the industry including Electric Utilities, Distribution, Mfg. Representatives and O.E.M accounts throughout North America. Most recently he has worked in the Transmission/Distribution arena with UTILCO and both McWane and RS Poles, promoting wood pole alternatives.
Jim is a graduate of the University of Missouri with a BS degree in Business Administration/Marketing. He and his wife Vicki, of 35 years, reside in St. Charles, Mo and enjoy spending time together with their daughter and son.
Reagan joined Kaddas with a background in business development, client support, and operations. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Utah and brings a strong focus on building relationships, staying organized, and supporting customers and teams. Reagan describes herself as detail-oriented, adaptable, and people-focused, with a passion for creating positive experiences and helping things run smoothly. She is fluent in Portuguese and holds a Google Project Management Professional Certificate.
Reagan enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and exploring new places. In her free time, she enjoys staying active, spending time with family and friends, and making the most of Utah’s mountains and natural beauty.
