Connecting Industry leaders with top-tier talent

For 25 years, Management Recruiters of Davidson has been a trusted executive search partner specializing exclusively in the Building Products & Construction industries. We go beyond standard recruitment by deeply immersing ourselves in your markets every day. Whether you need to solve critical staffing challenges, fill key leadership positions, or address strategic hiring goals across Fenestration, Glass, Paints & Coatings, or General Contracting & Architectural Metals, our team delivers customized, high-impact solutions tailored to your company’s unique culture and business objectives.

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JOE BUBENZER 

MANAGING PARTNER 

As Managing Partner of Management Recruiters of Davidson, Joe Bubenzer brings over 25 years of industrial management and executive recruitment experience to the search space. Before founding the firm, Joe built a stellar corporate leadership track record managing complex manufacturing, engineering, and sales organizations at the highest levels. His illustrious career includes serving as President of Bertram Yacht, Divisional President & Vice President of Sales & Engineering at Dura Automotive, alongside pivotal senior manufacturing and sales leadership positions with global powerhouses General Motors and ITT.  Joe’s hands-on background gives him an insider’s perspective on the unique challenges, talent gaps, and operational demands facing modern industrial enterprises. Rather than a transactional placement approach, Joe utilizes a rigorous, precision-driven methodology rooted in strategic alignment. By deeply understanding the technical intricacies of sectors like building products, construction, and manufacturing, he acts as a trusted advisor to executives and boards alike—seamlessly connecting industry-leading companies with transformative C-level and senior management talent.

JAMIE BUBENZER 

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Jaime Bubenzer brings a distinguished background in hospitality leadership, client relations, and operational strategy to Management Recruiters of Davidson, serving as the firm’s Director of Operations. Prior to transitioning to executive search, Jaime spent seven years in management with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, where she cultivated a rigorous, service-oriented approach to team coordination, high-volume operations, and client lifecycle management. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from East Carolina University, Jaime translates her mastery of guest relations and administrative execution into the recruitment sector. She ensures that every executive and professional navigating a career transition receives exceptional guidance—ultimately bridging the gap between top-tier talent and the specialized needs of industry-leading clients.- turn this into the same count

CHRIS SWENSON 

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE | BUILDING PRODUCTS

Chris Swenson is a record-setting Senior Account Executive at Management Recruiters of Davidson, bringing over two decades of elite talent acquisition excellence to the building products and construction sectors. Throughout his tenure with the firm, Chris has consistently shattered internal performance benchmarks, earning a reputation as a powerhouse recruiter. He has successfully placed C-level executives, sales leaders, marketing directors, operations experts, and engineering professionals across every tier of the exempt workforce. His trusted partnerships span the entire industry, from subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators, and distributors to dealers, retail networks, architectural firms, luxury builders, design-build organizations, and management consultancies. By immersing himself in the market’s nuances, Chris serves as a strategic partner to his clients, aligning top-tier talent with organizations striving for long-term growth. 

ASHLEY CLINE 

PROJECT COORDINATOR / RECRUITING SPECIALIST 

Ashley brings a background in talent advisory, relationship-building, and candidate engagement to Management Recruiters of Davidson, where she specializes in recruiting for the glass, glazing, and general construction industries. She connects skilled professionals with companies seeking technical, leadership, and operational talent in highly specialized markets. With a foundation in social-media growth and more than a decade of phone-based customer service, Ashley takes a personalized, people-first approach to executive search. She believes meaningful conversations and authentic networking create stronger outcomes than traditional recruiting alone, building lasting relationships with clients and candidates. Through responsive communication, industry focus, and a genuine commitment to service, she helps clients build high-performing teams and helps professionals find opportunities that match their experience and long-term goals

RICK ALEXANDER

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE / CHEMICAL COATINGS

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