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.
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.
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.
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.
Ron Cleveringa
Senior Vice President – Product Portfolio ManagementRon joined Burger Boat Company in 2000 and leads product portfolio strategy, shaping Burger’s disciplined custom and full‑custom yachts while working closely with owners, designers, and teams to ensure enduring quality, performance, and brand integrity.
Dennis Janda
Integration, Standards, and Product Development EngineerDennis helps ensure quality and consistency across Burger’s yachts by aligning technical standards, engineering, and production, translating design vision into reliable, buildable solutions that reflect Burger’s craftsmanship and performance values.
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.
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.
Sales and Service
Ron Cleveringa
Senior Vice President – Product Portfolio ManagementRon joined Burger Boat Company in 2000 and leads product portfolio strategy, shaping Burger’s disciplined custom and full‑custom yachts while working closely with owners, designers, and teams to ensure enduring quality, performance, and brand integrity.
Doug Borys
Commercial Business DevelopmentDoug joined Burger in 2000 and is responsible for commercial vessels and refit/repair services.
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.