Meet Our Team

It's like we've always said: being a BBQ Guy is as simple as believing in great friends, awesome food, and a whole lot of fun (preferably near a grill, but we don't nitpick). Whether you're new to our grilling lifestyle or one of our loyal customers over the decades, we're all about inclusion. Grab a bottle and pull up a seat! There's always room at our table for more. But if you want to become a bona fide BBQ Guy, why don't we break the ice by getting to know each other (don't worry - we'll take the lead)? From our senior leadership to our outdoor living and grilling experts, here are some of the friendly faces on the other side of this premium grilling experience.

Meet Our Leadership


We proudly introduce the BBQ Guys® leadership team, dedicated to guaranteeing your outdoor life is the best it can be. Everything we do and are filters through their oversight — whether that's delivering ever better options for grill masters, supplying industry-leading support for builders and contractors, or providing more ways to bring good friends, family, and great food to the backyard. With proven track records and strong industry direction, our executives are committed to matching every BBQ enthusiast out there with their perfect grill.

  • Russ Wheeler, Chief Executive Officer
    Russ Wheeler

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Byron West, Chief Operations Officer
    Byron West

    Chief Operations Officer

  • Charlie Bini, Chief Sales Officer
    Charlie Bini

    Chief Sales Officer

  • Ron Hamilton, Chief Technology Officer
    Ron Hamilton

    Chief Technology Officer

  • Justin Petersen, Chief Merchandising Officer
    Justin Petersen

    Chief Merchandising Officer

  • Mike Giambrone, Chief Financial Officer
    Mike Giambrone

    Chief Financial Officer

  • Erin Ryan, Chief Legal Officer
    Erin Ryan

    Chief Legal & People Officer

  • Chase Shelton, Senior Counsel
    Chase Shelton

    Senior Counsel