Our Team
At the heart of our success is a team of experienced, forward-thinking leaders dedicated to driving innovation, growth, and excellence. With a wealth of expertise across industries, our executive team brings strategic vision, operational excellence, and a shared commitment to achieving our mission. Together, they empower our people, inspire progress, and lead Farwest toward a future of limitless possibilities.
Tarrus Richardson
CEO
- Founded IMB in 2010
- Acquired Farwest Corrosion in November 2022
- 25+ years in PE: Invested $200M+ of equity capital as a co-founding partner of ICV Partners
- B.S. Accounting, Purdue University
- MBA, Harvard Business School
Kenji Gailey
President
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2022
- 20+ Years in Engineering, Construction, Products & Operations Leadership
- B.S. Engineering Technology, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- NACE/AMPP Member since 2010, Certified Coatings Inspector, CP2 - Cathodic Protection Technician
John Rettig
Vice President of Services
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2019
- 15+ Years in Cathodic Protection Engineering & Construction
- B.S. Engineering Electrical Engineering, San Diego State University
- NACE Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4)
Linda Rodrigues
Vice President, Business Development
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2018
- 25+ years in the cathodic protection and corrosion control industry
- NACE/AMPP Member since 2010, served as chapter board member (Sponsorship Chair & Member-at-Large Chair)
- CP1-Cathodic Protection Tester Certification
Tammie Arrata
Head of National Accounts
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2025
- 30 years experience in sales leadership with a background in cathodic protection and missile defense
- NACE/AMPP Member since 2012, served as chapter board member (Chair of the Board)
Laura Bauer
Key Account Principal – East Coast
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2010
- 18 + years experience in sales and operations leadership within cathodic protection
- B.A. Social Science, Stony Brook University
- NACE/AMPP Member since 2007, served as chapter board member for multiple committees including AUCSC, AMPP Philadelphia Section, EPCC, member of SOGO (Society of Gas Operators)
Daljit Singh
Vice President, Products
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2024
- 15+ years of experience in Product Development, Product Management, and Engineering
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
- MBA, California State University, Dominguez Hills
Anthony Leidelmeyer
Director of Coatings
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2025
- 30+ years' experience in coatings industry
- Held Market Manager, Engineering Specifier Project Management, National Account Manager, Segment Manager roles
- AMPP CIP Level 3 Cert#11418
Scott Smith
Project Development Director - Key Accounts
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2017
- 45+ years of experience in cathodic protection design, installation, and commissioning
- B.A. Business Administration & Electrical Engineering, Widener University
- NACE Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4)
Weston Souza
Project Development Director - Construction
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2025
- 15+ Year in Engineering, Construction & Operations Leadership
- B.A. Communication, Texas A&M University
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- NACE Cathodic Protection Tester (CP1)
Gary Graham
Director of Engineering
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2024
- 20 years of civil and cathodic protection engineering experience
- B.S. Civil Engineering, Oregon Institute of Technology
- Professional Engineer (PE), NACE Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4)
Gary Graham
Project Development Director – Waterworks
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2024
- Over 40 years of experience in cathodic protection system design, installation, and project management for water and wastewater infrastructure
- Educated at Purdue University Corrosion Short Course and Medina County Career Center in Electricity and Arc Welding
- AMPP / NACE Certified Cathodic Protection Technologist (CP1)
Sean Cahill
Director of Operations
- Joined Farwest Corrosion in 2011
- 15+ Years in Operations, Construction and Warehouse Management
- NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2), Member of NACE/AMPP since 2014
Brent Shemet
Controller
- Joined Farwest in 2019
- 20+ Years Accounting and Financial Reporting Experience
- Certified Public Accountant
- B.A. in Business Administration/Finance, California Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA
Troy Rankin
Senior Advisor
- Joined Farwest in 1978
- 46+ Years within the cathodic protection and corrosion control industry
- NACE/AMPP Member since January 1979, served as board member (LA Section & Regional Board Member)
- Sold majority ownership to IMB Partners in 2022
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At Farwest, we’re more than just a team — we’re a community of innovators, thinkers, and doers. If you’re passionate about making an impact, growing your skills, and collaborating with like-minded professionals, this is the place for you. Explore opportunities to shape the future with us.
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