
OUr Team

The People Of Wescom
Your Energy Experts, Ready to Deliver
At Wescom, our dedicated team brings expertise across industrial, commercial, and residential energy services. Committed to quality and innovation, we deliver tailored solutions that power your success—no matter the scale.
Shane Stolp
Chief Executive Officer
Shane Stolp
Chief Executive OfficerShane has been with Wescom since he became the owner in late 2013. As an engaged and hands-on CEO, he continues to motivate and lead all of our teams and is often found working alongside them in the field. A University of Minnesota graduate with a degree in Accounting, Shane’s expertise in finance and operations has been a key driver of our success. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, biking, skiing, and skating.
Calvin Blakeman
Chief Operating Officer
Calvin Blakeman
Chief Operating OfficerCalvin has been with Wescom since the beginning and is now our COO. A licensed Minnesota journeyman electrician, he brings extensive experience in the design, programming, and installation of automation and instrumentation solutions. Calvin oversees our UL panel shop, prefab shop, and field automation technicians. When he’s not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and working on his farm.
Chad Bruckelmyer
Chief Financial Officer
Chad Bruckelmyer
Chief Financial OfficerChad joined Wescom in 2021 after serving on the Wescom Board of Directors for six months. With his accounting degree and years of experience, he plays a key role in ensuring Wescom’s continued financial success. In his free time, Chad enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, and relaxing on the pontoon.
Jon Hiivala
Chief People Officer
Jon Hiivala
Chief People OfficerJon has been with Wescom since 2020, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the industrial sector. He believes that to fulfill the mission of “Energizing America,” it’s essential to take care of the folks that are helping achieve that goal. Jon feels fortunate to be part of a company that genuinely cares about its employees. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and has a deep appreciation for northern Minnesota, especially Lake Superior and all it has to offer.
John Simonson
Support Services President
John Simonson
Support Services PresidentJohn has been with Wescom since the fall of 2018. With extensive experience managing electricians in the residential and commercial markets, along with his own field background as a journeyman electrician, he is a key member of the Wescom team. John works closely with our managers across all areas to ensure company goals are met, opportunities are identified, and quality results are delivered. Based out of our Twin Ports location, he also travels as needed to our locations across the country.
Tyler Bruckelmyer
Twin Ports Ops President
Tyler Bruckelmyer
Twin Ports Ops PresidentTyler joined Wescom in late 2018, starting in the field as a foreman electrician before becoming an electrical supervisor in 2021. In early 2025, he transitioned into his current role as electrical operations president, overseeing all operations out of the Twin Ports division. Tyler’s hands-on field experience allows him to connect with his team and collaborate effectively with customers to ensure successful project outcomes. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, and hunting.
Joey Croce
Permian Ops President
Joey Croce
Permian Ops PresidentJoey has been with Wescom since August 2020. He began his career in the oilfield at age 18 and has since gained extensive knowledge and skills. His work started in the Jonah Field and Wind River Basin in Wyoming and later took him to the Permian Basin in New Mexico and Texas. With 10+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, Joey has been a valuable asset to the Wescom team. His focus includes building customer relationships, project estimating, coordinating teams, and meeting deadlines. In his free time, Joey enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife and children.
Nathan Jacob
Bakken Ops President
Nathan Jacob
Bakken Ops PresidentNathan joined Wescom in 2014 as a green-hat electrical apprentice, having made the decision to make a major career change, as well as relocate to North Dakota all the way from Utah. Nate literally started at the bottom and worked his way up to Bakken Operations President, directing Wescom’s North Dakota operations since 2021. Nate’s passion, loyalty, and integrity help him empower his colleagues as he leads by example. Outside of work, Nate enjoys spending time with his family, working on his vegetable garden, working on cars, watching football, playing basketball, and all things outdoors.
Jostyn Lewis
Powder River Ops President
Jostyn Lewis
Powder River Ops PresidentBio coming soon…
Will Carr
Safety Director
Will Carr
Safety DirectorWill joined Wescom in 2022 with over 20 years of military aviation maintenance experience. His leadership in safety, compliance, and production has helped keep company safety metrics well below industry averages and contributed to Wescom earning the Minnesota Governor’s Safety Award in 2024 and 2025. He oversees the development and implementation of Wescom’s health and safety programs. Outside of work, Will enjoys family time, the outdoors, hunting, and fishing.
Davin Pekkala
Asset Director
Davin Pekkala
Asset DirectorSince joining Wescom Inc. in 2018, Davin has played a key role in the company’s growth. After relocating to North Dakota in 2019 to support an expanding team, he applied his strong mechanical background to build and strengthen Wescom’s fleet program. Today, he oversees capital spending and fleet management, and in his free time enjoys target shooting and powersports.
Clayton Rich
Sales and Marketing Director
Clayton Rich
Sales and Marketing DirectorClayton has been with Wescom since May 2019. With over 15 years of experience in the industrial electrical market, he manages customer relationships across the Midwest. Holding a bachelor’s degree in Business and Communication, Clayton also leads our marketing efforts, promoting Wescom’s commitment to building lifelong customer relationships while serving with integrity. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, relaxing at the lake, and driving his classic cars.
