Executive Team

Nick Siler
President & CEONick joined Burger in 2025 and is responsible for setting and implementing the company's overall vision, strategy, and direction, including leading the executive team.
tel: +1 920.686.5104

David Villar
Chief Operating OfficerDavid joined Burger in 2025 and is responsible for the on-going development of staff, processes, and technologies that continuously improve organizational capability and capacity across all shipyard and joinery operations.
tel: +1 920.686.5105

Rich Thompson
Chief Sales & Marketing OfficerRich joined Burger in 2025 and is responsible for business development, product management, and marketing and delivery of strategic growth initiatives.
tel: +1 920.686.5106

Tom Connor
Chief Financial OfficerTom joined Burger in 2002 and is responsible for the administrative functions of the company, including finance, HR, IT, contract administration, legal, banking, and risk management.
tel: +1 920.686.5111

Ron Cleveringa
Senior Vice PresidentRon joined Burger in 2000 and has been active in the yachting industry since 1984. Ron will help you obtain information about creating a custom yacht.
tel: +1 920.686.5117

Rich Olson Sr.
Director of ManufacturingRich joined Burger in 2024 and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, safety, and alignment with organizational goals.
tel: +1 920.686.5178

Dennis Janda
Director of EngineeringDennis joined Burger in 2005 and is responsible for leading the engineering department, overseeing project execution, innovation, and technical excellence to support the company’s strategic objectives and product development goals.
tel: +1 920.686.5159

Dawn Le Clair
Director of Supply ChainDawn joined Burger in 2004 and is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain strategy, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
tel: +1 920.686.5145

James Ruffolo
ChairmanJim has been with Burger since 1993 and was Burger's President & CEO from 2007 to 2025. As chairman, Jim is responsible for leading the board of directors, ensuring effective governance, setting strategic direction, and supporting executive leadership to achieve the organization’s long-term goals.
tel: +1 920.686.5164
Sales and Service

Ron Cleveringa
Senior Vice PresidentRon joined Burger in 2000 and has been active in the yachting industry since 1984. Ron will help you obtain information about creating a custom yacht.
tel: +1 920.686.5117

Doug Borys
Commercial Business DevelopmentDoug joined Burger in 2000 and is responsible for commercial vessels and refit/repair services.
tel: +1 920.686.5149
Human Resources

Rich Olson
Recruiting SpecialistRich joined Burger in 2023 and is responsible for identifying, attracting, and selecting qualified candidates to fill organizational roles, ensuring alignment with workforce needs and company culture.
tel: +1 920.482.3302

Brittany Mallien
Human Resource GeneralistBrittany has been with Burger since 2023 and is responsible for most of human resources, including onboarding, benefits, and culture.
tel: +1 920.686.5109