John Williams
President
John Williams is the president of CTIS, bringing with him extensive leadership team experience and a proven track record of operational excellence.
Prior to assuming his current role, Mr. Williams served as the Regional Division Manager of a prominent oilfield service company, where he was responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business. His expertise spans operations management, strategic planning, and leadership team, making him a key driver of growth and innovation.
Outside of his professional career, Mr. Williams is dedicated to his family, enjoying time with his wife and four children. An avid outdoorsman, he spends his free time hunting, fishing, and deep-sea fishing. He is also passionate about youth sports, coaching both of his daughters’ travel softball teams.
Prior to assuming his current role, Mr. Williams served as the Regional Division Manager of a prominent oilfield service company, where he was responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business. His expertise spans operations management, strategic planning, and team leadership, making him a key driver of growth and innovation.
Outside of his professional career, Mr. Williams is dedicated to his family, enjoying time with his wife and four children. An avid outdoorsman, he spends his free time hunting, fishing, and deep-sea fishing. He is also passionate about youth sports, coaching both of his daughters’ travel softball teams.
Nate Williams
Chief Operating Officer
Nate Williams serves as Chief Operating Officer of CT Industrial Services, where he leads the company’s day-to-day operations while helping shape its long-term strategic direction and growth. His focus is on building scalable systems, developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering exceptional results for employees, shareholders, and clients across the environmental and industrial services industries.
Nate is passionate about developing people and believes that one of the most rewarding aspects of leadership is helping others grow into larger roles within an organization. He is committed to creating opportunities for team members to advance their careers while building a culture rooted in accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
A graduate of Penn State University – University Park, Nate has built his career through leadership roles with Stallion Oilfield Services, Cintas Corporation, and CT Industrial Services, where he previously served as Director of Sales before being promoted to Chief Operating Officer. His diverse background in operations, sales, business development, and organizational leadership provides a well-rounded perspective on driving sustainable growth.
Nate is also a Pennsylvania Certified Firefighter, reflecting his longstanding commitment to service, teamwork, and safety.
Outside of work, Nate enjoys spending time with his family and friends, golfing, relaxing at the beach, and pursuing his passion for hunting birds and big game throughout Pennsylvania’s state forests.
Matt Seymour
Director of Remediation
Matt Seymour joined CT Industrial Services as the Vice President of Operations in 2024, and later moved into his current role of Director of Remediation in 2026. Matt oversees all day-to-day operations including: estimating, project planning, execution and contract closure within the Self-Performing division of CTIS.
Mr. Seymour started his environmental career as a technician in 2006 at a Northeast PA based environmental remediation firm before joining Clean Harbors Environmental Services in 2013. Mr. Seymour was employed by Clean Harbors National Remediation team for over 10 years and focused on completing treatment system installations, landfill cell and cap construction projects, soil and water remediation projects, decontamination and demolition projects, and other specialized fields while keeping health and safety as a top priority at all times. Mr. Seymour joined Clean Harbors as an equipment operator but also held the positions of Field Supervisor, Project Manager, Sr Project Manager and General Manager Assistant during his employment with Clean Harbors.
In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, foraging for wild mushrooms and is an avid hunter.
Jessica Rogers
VP of Finance
Jessica Rogers is the Vice President of Finance for CT Industrial Services. She oversees the Finance/Accounting, HR and IT functions.In her role,she is responsible
for leading a talented team focused on day-to-day accounting operations and internal controls, financial planning and analysis, treasury, audit and investor relations, employee retention, payroll, benefits, systems and security.
Jessica brings over 20 years of progressive experience from 180s, ZeroChroma, EMG and Bureau Veritas where she has successfully developed and implemented strategic initiatives to achieve financial results, built high performing teams both in office and remote environments, supported multiple mergers and acquisitions through due diligence to integration, championed system migrations and lead collaborative process improvement initiatives. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Towson University and a Master of Business Administration from Loyola College.
In her free time, she enjoys cheering for her daughters during indoor and outdoor volleyball season, kayaking and fishing with her family, and pausing for beautiful sunsets.
Michael Dahlgren
Operations Manager
Michael Dahlgren began his career with CTIS in 2024. As Operations Manager, he supports the Vice President, Project Superintendents, and Project Managers by providing
leadership team and direction to CTIS crews working in the field,maintaining scheduled deadlines, staying within or below budget demands, and placing a major focus on ensuring a safety-first environment exists at all times.Mr. Dahlgren has spent over 20 years in the environmental field across various job settings. He graduated from Honesdale High School in 1999 and has since gained a plethora of essential skills and training to take on a lead role as Operations Manager. Some of his certifications include, but are not limited to: Licensed Supervisor with the New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB), 29 CFR 1910. Prior to Mr. Dahlgren’s promotion, he was a Project Superintendent for over 10 years and a highly skilled operator. Regardless of Mr. Dahlgren’s title, he is always willing to jump in the trenches with the crews to ensure projects are completed the right way and on time. He’s known to tell people, “I wouldn’t ask you to do something I’m not willing to do!”
Outside of work, Mr. Dahlgren spends his time with his family and his two dogs. He’s pretty much running from one sporting event to another, but when he isn’t, he loves taking his son golfing.
Mariah Wheeler
Operations Support Manager
Mariah Wheeler began her career with CT Industrial Services in 2024. In her capacity, she oversees the integral operations of CTIS ensuring its seamless functioning and top-tier performance on a daily
basis. Mariah diligently orchestrates behind-the-scenes activities, facilitating efficient resource allocation, timely project execution, and the maintenance of the company’s reputation for excellence within the industry.
With over 25 years of expertise in project management, coordination, and controls, Mariah brings a wealth of experience to her role. Her proficiency extends to construction billings, cost tracking methodologies such as sequential costing, comprehensive job cost analysis, and meticulous contract administration. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wilkes University.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 cats, family, friends and watching her favorite reality tv shows.
Dustin Jones
Director of Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE)
Dustin Jones joined CT Industrial Services in 2024 as the Director of Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE). In this role, he oversees the company’s safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance programs while supporting field operations throughout the United States. Dustin works closely with company leadership, project managers, and field personnel to develop practical solutions that promote operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and an industry-leading safety culture.
Prior to joining CT Industrial Services, Dustin accumulated more than 18 years of experience in the oil and gas, industrial services, and transportation industries. Throughout his career, he has developed and implemented comprehensive safety and compliance programs, including managing the second-largest corporate licensed radioactive materials program in the United States. He has also led incident investigations, regulatory compliance initiatives, workforce development, and employee training programs. His experience spans OSHA, EPA, DOT, hazardous waste operations, emergency response, environmental compliance, and risk management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Outside of work, Dustin enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, riding motorcycles, restoring classic automobiles, and spending time outdoors.
Gene Talerico
General Counsel
Gene Talerico, Esq., is General Counsel for CT Industrial Services, LLC. Since the Spring of 2016 he has developed expertise as corporate counsel for several businesses including fluid transportation,
construction and remediation. Gene is also the owner of the Law Offices of Gene Talerico, Esq., LLC, based in Old Forge, PA, but also holds the unique distinction of being the First Assistant District Attorney for the Lackawanna County District Attorney’s Office for an impressive 16 years until March 2016.
In addition, Mr. Talerico collaborates closely with Comerford Law, Scranton, PA. as an Of Counsel member of Comerford Law’s extended legal team. A proud alum of the University of Scranton, Gene holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science/History (1989).
Community Involvement and Awards: Gene’s commitment to community service is extensive. He has been a President of Marley’s Mission, Inc., a non-profit providing equine-assisted psychotherapy to traumatized children. His dedication has earned him accolades such as the “Volunteer of the Year” for the Eastern Region of the United States and the Child Advocate Award from the Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA.
His vast experience in the legal field is further enriched by his contributions as a published author and involvement in multiple committees and organizations.
