Charles Lamb is the CEO and Executive Board Member of EEW AOS, a leading manufacturer of offshore windmill monopile structures. With over 25 years of operational leadership experience in the metals and manufacturing industries, Charles has held executive roles at both private and publicly traded companies, guiding businesses through rapid growth, transformation, and IPO preparation.
At EEW AOS, Charles is responsible for building North America’s first monopile manufacturing facility, securing a domestic supply chain, and leading the company’s expansion in the renewable energy sector. His previous roles include Senior Director of Operations at Amentum and Director of Operations at Trinity Products, where he led initiatives that significantly improved throughput, reduced costs, and expanded market share.
Charles is a subject matter expert in energy transmission pipe manufacturing and has spoken at more than 300 symposiums across 121 countries. He holds a degree in Automated Manufacturing and is certified in Six Sigma, ISO 9001 auditing, and plant maintenance. Charles lives in the Chicago area with his wife, has four children and four grandchildren, and volunteers with several industry and community organizations.
Jason Adams
Vice President of Industrial Excellence, Vallourec USA
Jason Adams is the Vice President of Industrial Excellence at Vallourec USA, a global manufacturer of seamless pipe and tube headquartered in France. He brings over 28 years of experience in flat-rolled steel production, having held key roles at companies such as US Steel, NLMK, and Cleveland-Cliffs. Before his current position, Jason spent eight years in the aluminum extrusion industry with Hydro Extrusion NA, LLC.
His areas of expertise include steelmaking, rolling and processing of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, quality, engineering, operations, supply chain management, and lean manufacturing. Jason holds both a B.S. and M.S. in Metallurgical Engineering, is certified in Lean Manufacturing by the Toyota Engineering Corporation, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Business with a focus on Organizational Leadership.
Trevor Gonterman
Tri-Loc Specialist, Trinity Products
Trevor Gonterman serves as the Tri-Loc Specialist at Trinity Products, where he leads the advancement and strategic growth of Trinity’s innovative mechanical press-fit connection system, Tri-Loc. With over 20 years of experience in the metals industry, Trevor has cultivated a broad and in-depth knowledge base across flat-rolled steel, fabricated components, and specialized pipe and tubular products.
A graduate of Saint Louis University, Trevor has built his career around delivering engineered material solutions to complex infrastructure challenges. Over the past decade, he has concentrated his efforts in the trenchless and underground construction sector, working extensively with leading global equipment manufacturers, engineers, and contractors. His contributions have positioned him as a trusted industry expert and resource across domestic and international markets.
Trevor is widely recognized for his thought leadership in trenchless technology, having authored multiple technical papers and delivered presentations at major industry conferences. His work has helped shape the development of new materials and product applications that support evolving installation methodologies, driving forward the capabilities of trenchless construction.
With a passion for innovation and collaboration, Trevor continues to influence the industry by aligning product development with the needs of owners, specifiers, and builders. His role at Trinity reflects this commitment, as he steers Tri-Loc into new markets and applications, including vertical and European segments, helping to redefine standards in mechanical pipe connection technology.
Cody Peckham
Vice President of Operations Mighty River Recycling
Cody has been with Mighty River Recycling full-time for four years. With a background in aerospace engineering and prior experience in defense contracting, he eventually chose to bring his skills into the family business. Since joining the MRR team, Cody has focused on streamlining operations and building a strong partnership with Alton Steel Mill. He leads an operations team of over 25 employees, overseeing the preparation and transportation of recycled materials to ensure customers have the raw resources they need to produce new steel.
Connor Peckham
Vice President of Sales & Marketing Mighty River Recycling
Connor has been a full-time member of Mighty River Recycling for six years, building on early experience gained during high school summer breaks with the company. He holds a business degree with a concentration in entrepreneurship, which he has effectively applied to leading a dynamic team of marketing and sales professionals. Connor is dedicated to enhancing customer relationships and supporting the growth of their recycling initiatives. He plays a key role in closing the recycling loop by connecting companies like Trinity with end users of recycled materials, such as Alton Steel.
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Pipe School 2024
Guest Speakers
Dimitry Tsvetkov
PhD, Hot Mill Metallurgist Steel Dynamics
Charlie Lamb
CEO, EEW America Offshore Structures
Scott Viciana
VP, Sales & Business Dev. Ventower Industries
Sean Dirscherl
P.E. – Project Manager McLaren Engineering Group
Pipe School 2023
Guest Speakers
Jason Adams
Vice President – Quality, Metallurgical Engineering Hydro Extrusions North America