Meet Oliver Manufacturing Staff
Brian Burney, President/CEO
As the fourth generation of his family to lead Oliver Manufacturing, Brian brings a rare and well-rounded perspective to the role—shaped by years of hands-on experience, industry insight, and a deep-rooted commitment to the company’s legacy. His journey began humbly, working his way up from the ground floor and gaining firsthand knowledge of every department.
Brian’s leadership is marked by a thoughtful balance of tradition and innovation. Known for his tireless curiosity and steady vision, Brian is a uniquely qualified leader who continues to position Oliver Manufacturing as a world-class manufacturer in an ever-evolving global market.
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Joe Pentlicki, Vice President/COO
Joe joined the Oliver team in 2010 as Operations Manager and guides the business of making our products and providing customer service. As COO, he manages the company’s day-to-day operations, including interfacing with team managers and directing financial operations.
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Melanie Burney, Director of Finance
Melanie is an indispensable part of the Oliver family, leveraging her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Denver to guide the financial, human resource, logistics, inventory, and procurement efforts.
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Sasikumar (Kumar) Devarajan, Director of Engineering
Kumar’s influence on Oliver’s engineering and R&D team over the last two decades is unquestioned. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. His education and experience have helped shepherd new construction and automation capabilities advancements to our product lineup.
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Ian Ely, Director of South American Operations
Armed with a degree in Agronomist Engineering from the Universidad Federal de Rio Grande do Sul and three years of popcorn researcher experience; Ian’s journey led him to Oliver in 2012. As our legal representative based in Brazil, he now uses his strong background in farming and food processing to promote Oliver Manufacturing’s incredible lineup of products in South America.
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Dave Means, Service Manager
You’re in excellent hands with Dave Means. His 20 years of equipment maintenance and repair make him an ideal person to help our customers with training, service calls, and installations.
Ryan Geisinger, Customer Success and Fulfillment Lead
Ryan Geisinger has been a dedicated member of the Oliver Manufacturing team for over five years. Starting out by managing all parts orders, Ryan became the go-to expert for getting the right components to the right place—on time and with care.
Now, in his role as Customer Success and Fulfillment Lead, Ryan combines his deep product knowledge with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. He works behind the scenes to make sure every order runs smoothly, and every customer feels supported. His steady approach and problem-solving mindset help keep things moving.
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