Powered and lit since 2001.

Thomas leads a diversified group of companies specializing in construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and facility services, providing the strategic leadership that drives growth across every brand. Throughout his more than 25-year career, he has found the greatest reward in the relationships he has built with employees and customers alike.

Outside of work, he enjoys boating, golf, and spending time with his family and his three dogs: two Frenchies and a golden retriever.

John is a partner in the group alongside Thomas, overseeing finance and accounting across every company. He maintains financial transparency and stability across the companies, so each brand can invest in its people and grow with confidence.

Thano leads business development across the SSU family, aligning sales and operations to drive revenue growth across every brand. He thrives on closing deals and building new opportunities.

Outside of work, he prioritizes health and wellness and time with family and friends. His full name is Athanasios Theodoros Koulourianos.

Randy leads daily operations across TCL, Allied, and US Allied, guiding the team, resolving operational challenges, and making the decisions that keep the companies delivering for their customers. He excels at building relationships and fostering a culture where people feel valued and empowered.

Outside of work, he is grounded in faith, family, and time spent caring for the family property in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In his younger years, he was an accomplished percussionist in a competitive drum corps, an experience that instilled the discipline and teamwork he carries with him today.

Thomas partners with property managers, facility directors, contractors, and business owners throughout Chicagoland to identify facility challenges and deliver electrical, lighting, plumbing, and HVAC solutions that enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability. He is committed to delivering solutions that create long-term value for commercial and industrial clients.

Outside of work, he enjoys running, basketball, and time with family, friends, and his dogs, and he is always seeking opportunities to learn something new.

Jenny serves as a trusted point of contact for clients across the SSU brands, making sure every customer's needs are met day in and day out. Throughout her 14 years of experience, she has found the greatest reward in helping her customers succeed.

Outside of work, she loves to travel and enjoy fine dining. A fun fact: she married her high school sweetheart.

Jackson handles residential and commercial sales for Modern, Allied, and TCL, developing new business, meeting with customers and property managers, and preparing estimates and proposals. He studied marketing at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where he built the foundation in sales and customer relationships that he brings to the team today. He enjoys building relationships with new people and identifying solutions tailored to each customer's needs.

Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and fishing. Something many people may not know: he is originally from Mongolia.

Scott manages TCL's electrical projects from initial planning through completion, coordinating crews, scheduling, and job site execution while providing hands-on support for complex installations. Drawing on 18 years of experience, he keeps projects on schedule while maintaining high standards.

Outside of work, he looks forward to Friday game nights with his three grown children, their partners, and his two grandsons.

Miguel manages TCL's lighting retrofit projects and the field crews that execute them, overseeing scheduling, field operations, and quality control from start to finish. After 10 years, he continues to find the greatest reward in the people he works alongside.

Outside of work, his time is dedicated to family.

Josh reviews electrical scopes, develops the plans and pricing to complete each job, and manages projects through installation. He enjoys the problem-solving involved in determining the right approach for every design.

Outside of work, he can usually be found fishing or spending time with his family.

Sergio manages daily retrofit projects for TCL, dispatching and directing field crews, coordinating schedules, and keeping customers informed throughout each project. He takes pride in solving problems alongside his team and delivering successful outcomes.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his daughters and taking on home improvement projects.

Darren manages projects and oversees fleet operations across the SSU brands, monitoring vehicle status to ensure crews have the equipment and resources needed to complete their work. With 20 years of experience, he finds the greatest reward in the teams he works alongside.

Outside of work, he enjoys walking his dog, hitting the gym, and spending time with family. He is also a proud veteran!

Karen manages office operations and accounts payable across the SSU brands, processing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing administrative support to the team. She takes pride in ensuring efficient financial and administrative operations.

Outside of work, she enjoys time with family, her dog, and photography, with a personal goal of visiting as many national parks as possible.

John is a longtime member of the team, supporting day-to-day operations and helping keep jobs supplied and moving forward. He brings a resourceful, solutions-oriented approach to his work and is at his best when finding the solution to a challenge.

Outside of work, he races dirt bikes. Something many people may not know: he majored in music in college!

Brett runs warehouse operations for TCL, US Allied, and Illinois Lighting, receiving inbound shipments, staging materials for upcoming projects, and keeping daily warehouse duties running smoothly. Over 5 years, he has come to value the atmosphere and the people he works with most.

Outside of work, he enjoys time with his family and watching sports. Those who know him will tell you he is a fun guy to be around!