Management Team

Jim Connell | Chief Executive Officer

As CEO of RoadSafe, Jim leads one of the nation’s largest providers of traffic control and roadway safety services, overseeing operations that support infrastructure projects across the United States. With a focus on driving strategic growth, maintaining high safety standards, and delivering reliable solutions for construction zones, utilities, and public works, Jim’s leadership emphasizes innovation, operational efficiency, and a strong commitment to protecting both workers and the public.

Jim brings nearly 30 years of experience in the energy and construction segments and held a series of leadership roles spanning business development, operations, and corporate strategy,. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer at Centuri Holdings. In this role, he led enterprise-wide commercial strategy, focusing on growth initiatives across key markets and aligning customer and business strategies.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Technical Systems Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and is actively involved in industry and community organizations, including board member of the National Safety Council.
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Christa Bertolini | Chief People Officer

Christa joined RoadSafe in July 2022 with 25 years of experience in human resources and operations management in retail and healthcare. She drives RoadSafe’s employee experience by leading the human resources team with a focus on communication, efficiency, and collaboration with the teams that they support.

Before joining RoadSafe, Christa served as Senior Vice Present, Human Resources WellNow Urgent Care, Vice President Roundy’s, Director, Talent and Labor Relations Roundy’s and various HR and operational roles at Target serving both employees and customers. Christa brings a depth of knowledge on improving the employee experience by using technology, wellness communication, and investment in training at all levels to RoadSafe’s employees in order to better serve our customers. She has also led a variety of merger and acquisition transactions, inclusive of organizational design and leader of change management efforts. Christa has a degree from Lewis University.
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Maggie Bennett | Chief Legal Officer

As Chief Legal Officer, Maggie oversees RoadSafe’s legal, risk and human relations departments. Maggie joined RoadSafe in 2011 after a decade in private practice in the Chicagoland area where she represented clients in complex commercial disputes before state and federal courts and administrative agencies. Maggie received a B.A. in Communication from Boston University, an M.A. in Communication from Drake University, and her Juris Doctorate from Drake University.
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Mark Greffen | Chief Information Officer

Bringing over 30 years of experience in computer systems analysis, technology integration, and leadership in business Mark joined RoadSafe in December 2024. Mark leads the technology team at RoadSafe and works closely with the business to develop, research and implement the IT systems that are of the greatest benefit to RoadSafe’s security and capabilities.

Prior to Roadsafe, Mark was the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at DIRTT Environmental Solutions (NASDAQ:DRTT; TSX:DRT), North America’s leader in industrialized construction for interior spaces. Prior to DIRTT, Mark held various technology integration and leadership positions at a variety of Manufacturing companies and lead multiple ERP system implementations. Mark holds an Engineering Diploma from Camosun College and a BCom Degree from Royal Roads University.
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Tim Guy | Vice President, Safety

Tim joined RoadSafe in March 2024. In this role he will focus on owning safety incentives and taking safety to the next level at RoadSafe, through enhancing behavior-based safety, utilizing technology, and establishing a robust relationship with Operations to drive results. Additionally, as a member of the Leadership Team, Tim will leverage his skills to support overall process improvements and efficiencies throughout the organization.

Tim brings over 15 years of employee safety, fleet safety, operations, and lean management experience to RoadSafe. Tim's experience spans across many different organizations (Caterpillar, Nestle, Imperfect Foods) and industries (Manufacturing, Steel Mills, Railroad, ISO Consulting) globally, as he has led programs across US, Mexico, and Europe.
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Paul Di Martino | Vice President, East District

Paul joined RoadSafe in May 1990 and has over 30 years of experience in Traffic Control, Sign Installation and Pavement Markings. He leads the Utility and Railroad Group at RoadSafe providing all Traffic Control & MOT needs nationally.

Before joining RoadSafe, Paul served as Vice President of Operations for L&C Flashing Barricades in Avon, MA serving the General Contracting population in New England with all their MOT, Sign Installation and Pavement Markings needs. Paul brings extensive industry knowledge and experience to the Railroad and National Utilities Market. Under Paul’s leadership this division has seen significant growth for several consecutive years. Paul has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Merrimack College in North Andover, MA.
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Dave Pisano | Vice President, North District

Dave Pisano joined RoadSafe in 2013 and brings more than 16 years of experience in traffic control, sign installation, and pavement markings. As Vice President of the North District, he oversees operations across Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and the New England markets. During his first seven years with RoadSafe, Dave successfully led the Illinois market, driving consistent year-over-year growth. He then spent five years leading the Fleet and DOT departments from the company’s Chicago headquarters, further strengthening RoadSafe’s operational excellence. Before joining RoadSafe, Dave served as Branch Manager for Highway Technologies in Villa Park, Illinois, supporting construction operations in Illinois and Wisconsin. His deep industry expertise extends across traffic control, pavement markings, the railroad sector, and national utilities. Dave holds a B.A. in Management from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois.
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Jay Tisdall | Vice President, West District

Being born into the industry, Jay is RoadSafe’s leader for pavement marking operations. His 40 years of experience ensures the quality delivery of thousands of miles of pavement marking applications a year throughout the western half of the Nation. Jays’ expertise is paramount to RoadSafe’s selection and utilization of the most cutting edge equipment and materials. Jay is true industry leader and serves a member of ATSSA’s Pavement Marking Committee. Jay has a BA in Management from Western State College.
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