Barry Ruffalo is an executive with broad experience in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. He previously served as CEO of Astec Corporation, where he oversaw a restructuring effort aimed at improving operations and profitability. During Barry Ruffalo's tenure with the company, Astec introduced the "OneASTEC" business model to align its operations. He also pursued strategic acquisitions to expand its market presence. Prior to his time at Astec, he held leadership roles at Valmont Industries, where he worked on business transformation and growth initiatives.
Mr. Ruffalo is the founder of Twisted Oak Capital, an investment platform focused on private equity. He also serves as chairman of Agile Screening, where he supports the development of the company’s strategic direction across its portfolio of solutions and markets served.
Mr. Ruffalo is also an advocate for global philanthropy. He supports his wife’s involvement with Global Partners in Hope, an organization dedicated to providing health care and clean water to underserved communities. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and hiking.