DECISIVE LEADERSHIP —


 UNRIVALED PARTNERSHIP

DECISIVE LEADERSHIP —

 UNRIVALED PARTNERSHIP

Our team of entrepreneurs and executives have worked together in unique and diverse climates, and have unmatched experience in the building and growth of great companies.

Meet the team

Ron Simon’s executive experience began with Perma-Built, a maker of bath-related products, including medicine and vanity cabinets and countertops, where he was CEO. When the company was sold in 1987, Simon founded RSI Home Products in 1989, and was Chairman and CEO. In 1997, with management succession plans as a key strategy, he handed over the role of President and CEO to Alex Calabrese, himself remaining Chairman until 2011. RSI was later sold to American Woodmark in 2017 for over $1 billion.

Over the history of RSI, Simon had partnered with four independent private equity firms, allowing investment into the company. All four firms made handsome returns on their investment through RSI’s success.

In 2002, with a vision and desire to give back to underserved students, Simon established The Simon Foundation for Education and Housing, and continues, along with his family, to change the lives of so many.

In 2008, Simon founded RSI Homes, which operated under the brands of The New Home and SCEL Properties.

In 2015, Simon formed RSI Communities, which grew exponentially, owning or controlling over 11,000 home lots in California and Texas within three years of inception. It was sold to William Lyon Homes in 2018.

Also in 2015, Simon and his team founded DuCal Energy, a solar energy manufacturer and provider initially focused on supporting RSI Communities’ solar needs. In 2017, DuCal was re-branded to RSI Energy and continues as a manufacturer and provider of solar energy solutions to the new housing market.

RON SIMON


FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN

Ron Simon’s executive experience began with Perma-Built, a maker of bath-related products, including medicine and vanity cabinets and countertops, where he was CEO. When the company was sold in 1987, Simon founded RSI Home Products in 1989, and was Chairman and CEO. In 1997, with management succession plans as a key strategy, he handed over the role of President and CEO to Alex Calabrese, himself remaining Chairman until 2011. RSI was later sold to American Woodmark in 2017 for over $1 billion.

Over the history of RSI, Simon had partnered with four independent private equity firms, allowing investment into the company. All four firms made handsome returns on their investment through RSI’s success.

In 2002, with a vision and desire to give back to underserved students, Simon established The Simon Foundation for Education and Housing, and continues, along with his family, to change the lives of so many.

In 2008, Simon founded RSI Homes, which operated under the brands of The New Home and SCEL Properties.

In 2015, Simon formed RSI Communities, which grew exponentially, owning or controlling over 11,000 home lots in California and Texas within three years of inception. It was sold to William Lyon Homes in 2018.

Also in 2015, Simon and his team founded DuCal Energy, a solar energy manufacturer and provider initially focused on supporting RSI Communities’ solar needs. In 2017, DuCal was re-branded to RSI Energy and continues as a manufacturer and provider of solar energy solutions to the new housing market.

Before joining RSI Home Products in 1991 at the age of 26, Alex Calabrese held several positions of increasing responsibility in operational roles with Lockheed Corporation and ITT Corporation. In 1991, RSI was a blossoming cabinet start-up, mainly serving home improvement retailers.

After working in expanding roles of executive responsibility, Calabrese was promoted to the role of President and CEO in 1997. He and his team were responsible for maintaining and enhancing the unique culture at RSI and guiding the company to significant growth and profitability. During this time, Calabrese spearheaded the acquisition and integration of several key companies into RSI. Additionally, Calabrese helped lead the company to expand its product offerings to include kitchen cabinets and home organization cabinets, of which kitchen cabinets became the company’s largest and most successful product, serving home centers, builders, and distributors nationally.

In 2011, Calabrese also assumed the role of Chairman, where he remained until the company was sold to American Woodmark in 2017. Calabrese currently serves on the boards of The Simon Foundation for Education and Housing and The American Bath Group, owned by Lone Star Capital. He also served on the Board and as an advisor for RSI Communities.

ALEX CALABRESE


PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Before joining RSI Home Products in 1991 at the age of 26, Alex Calabrese held several positions of increasing responsibility in operational roles with Lockheed Corporation and ITT Corporation. In 1991, RSI was a blossoming cabinet start-up, mainly serving home improvement retailers.

After working in expanding roles of executive responsibility, Calabrese was promoted to the role of President and CEO in 1997. He and his team were responsible for maintaining and enhancing the unique culture at RSI and guiding the company to significant growth and profitability. During this time, Calabrese spearheaded the acquisition and integration of several key companies into RSI. Additionally, Calabrese helped lead the company to expand its product offerings to include kitchen cabinets and home organization cabinets, of which kitchen cabinets became the company’s largest and most successful product, serving home centers, builders, and distributors nationally.

In 2011, Calabrese also assumed the role of Chairman, where he remained until the company was sold to American Woodmark in 2017. Calabrese currently serves on the boards of The Simon Foundation for Education and Housing and The American Bath Group, owned by Lone Star Capital. He also served on the Board and as an advisor for RSI Communities.

Before joining RSI Home Products, David Lowrie held several positions of increasing responsibility in finance with Unisys and The Walt Disney Company. In 2004, Lowrie joined RSI Home Products as Chief Financial Officer, where he brought tremendous experience in the areas of finance, treasury, administration, and information systems.

Lowrie was instrumental in building a world-class financial reporting system which allowed the company to protect and enhance its low-cost position while it was experiencing explosive growth, product expansion and integrating acquisitions into RSI. Lowrie was also extremely effective in guiding the company through several ERP system expansions always ensuring that the company was well ahead of its system needs, without unnecessary technology. He also was instrumental in leading RSI’s treasury needs, including leading two bond offerings, raising over $1.1B of debt, as well as being intimately involved in key acquisitions and private equity management.

DAVID LOWRIE


EVP, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Before joining RSI Home Products, David Lowrie held several positions of increasing responsibility in finance with Unisys and The Walt Disney Company. In 2004, Lowrie joined RSI Home Products as Chief Financial Officer, where he brought tremendous experience in the areas of finance, treasury, administration, and information systems.

Lowrie was instrumental in building a world-class financial reporting system which allowed the company to protect and enhance its low-cost position while it was experiencing explosive growth, product expansion and integrating acquisitions into RSI. Lowrie was also extremely effective in guiding the company through several ERP system expansions always ensuring that the company was well ahead of its system needs, without unnecessary technology. He also was instrumental in leading RSI’s treasury needs, including leading two bond offerings, raising over $1.1B of debt, as well as being intimately involved in key acquisitions and private equity management.

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