Tilley Distribution Leadership

Our Leadership Team is committed to our organization’s continued growth and improvement. We know that constantly investing in distribution resources, empowering our employees and innovating on behalf of our customers is essential to being the best partners possible.


Shawn D. Williams

Executive Chairman

With over 30 years of industry experience spearheading transformational value creation in global public and private equity businesses, Chairman Williams is an integral source of guidance, strategic thinking, and leadership for Tilley Distribution. He also brings extensive experience and adeptness in improving EBITDA, cashflow and enterprise value.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

Working with the Leadership Team to execute Tilley Strategic Imperatives.


Sean Tilley

President

Sean Tilley has 15 years of experience in the chemical and ingredients distribution industry. Few leaders have invested the same time and energy into learning the intricacies of their companies like Tilley and that ground-up knowledge is key to our shared success. His wide-ranging exposure to the organization and the industry allows Sean to drive our consistent growth strategy.

As a leader, he’s happy to empower his team at every level of the organization to adapt, explore and improve systems for the best possible outcomes.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

Developing strategies for the business or teams and watching the team execute.


Jeremy Rohen

Chief Financial Officer

CFO Jeremy Rohen is a senior finance, strategy and M&A executive with extensive experience in global specialty chemicals. Before joining Tilley, Jeremy worked for global leaders in the specialty coatings, process catalyst and specialty materials industries.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

The opportunity to work closely with the team to drive growth and value creation.


Bill Fluharty

Vice President of Sales

With more than 40 years of experience in the ingredient industry, Bill is a wealth of knowledge with an intimate understanding of operations at every level of the organization. As VP of Sales, Bill works with our national and international representatives and plays a vital role in maintaining customer and supplier relationships.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

I value building and developing long-term relationships externally and internally for our organization.


Allison Weir

Chief Human Resources Officer

Allison joins Tilley Distribution with an exceptional track record of integrating diverse teams and growing organizations. As CHRO, Allison will build a strong company culture that successfully aligns our global workforce.

Allison works closely with other members of the Tilley Leadership Team and is always in touch with team members across the organization. She’s a smiling, energetic presence that keeps the company motivated.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

Understanding what’s possible! Learning about talent and culture by immersing myself in the business.


Bob Hall

Vice President – Product Line Development

Over 35 years of experience in commercial roles in the specialty chemical industry. I have had senior management roles at several respected companies in the field before joining Tilley Distribution.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

The ability to utilize my many years of knowledge and experience to mentor and grow the ability of my team to reach their full potential.


Michael Zrebiec

Vice President – Supply Chain

With more than 20 years of supply chain experience, our Vice President of Supply Chain brings an extensive background in supply and demand planning, as well as SIOP design and execution to Tilley Distribution to serve the needs of our customers. His wealth of experience in production planning, forecasting, constraint management, and inventory control is vital to meeting the fast-paced and ever-changing demands of the marketplace.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

Finding ways to continuously improve how we operate every day.


Guilherme Aranha

Managing Director for Tilley Aromas US and Brasil

Guiherme leads the Tilley presence in Brasil and South America. We value his three decades of experience in the fragrance and distribution industries. His deep understanding of the market is a crucial component in our forecasting and influences many of our most important decisions.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

I take a lot of pride in managing people, improving the organization and bringing results.


John-Paul Williams

Managing Director for Tilley Distribution U.K. / E.U.

John-Paul is Tilley’s driving force in the UK and European markets. With more than 20 years of experience in fragrance manufacturing and ingredient distribution, John-Paul offers a wealth of knowledge that ultimately informs strategy, services and product offerings across the globe.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

I truly enjoy all aspects of my role; every day is exciting!


Wayne Haviland

Director – Sales Lubricants

There are few industry leaders as experienced and as knowledgeable as Wayne. Our Lubricants Business Manager has worked in the industry for over 40 years. His knowledge often exceeds those of manufacturers, making him a readily accessible and essential resource for our clients.

What is your favorite part of your role with Tilley Distribution?

The strong relationships formed with our customers.



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