At McGuire and Hester, leadership isn’t confined to job titles, it’s embedded in how we work together. Our internal committees are a vital part of that model. These employee-driven groups help shape our workplace culture, support company-wide communication, drive innovation, and ensure every voice has a chance to help lead.
Each committee is guided by a specific mission aligned with McGuire and Hester’s strategic anchors: cultivating an exceptional people environment, prioritizing client partnership, and driving operational excellence.
Here’s an overview of our active committees, their focus areas, and the employee-owners who serve on them:
ADER Committee
Attract. Develop. Empower. Retain.
The ADER Committee is focused on the full employee-owner journey, from recruitment and onboarding to growth, recognition, and long-term retention. This group champions initiatives that promote mentorship, strengthen belonging, and support career development across all departments.
Members:
Zeydi Gutierrez (Chair), Bruce Daseking, Kevin Hester, Austin Eberle, Nate Fox, Amanda Chaudhary
Harbor Linx Culture Committee
Celebrating our culture. Connecting our people.
This committee leads the charge in building a strong, inclusive, and energized workplace culture. Through thoughtfully planned events and feedback-driven programming, the Harbor Linx Culture Committee ensures that morale remains high, traditions stay strong, and employee-owners feel connected — across all roles and regions.
Members:
Matt Finley (Chair), Amanda Nelson, Berenice Peña, Joel Luis, Ken Tatarka, Mike Laganowsky, Mike Ridino, Patrick Trollip, Steve Haster, Zeydi Gutierrez
McGuire and Hester Foundation
Building Brighter Futures
The Foundation coordinates McGuire and Hester’s philanthropic efforts, ensuring our company gives back meaningfully to the communities where we live and work. From sponsorships and donations to hands-on service and strategic partnerships, this committee steers how we use our resources to create lasting impact.
Members:
Mike Hester, Rob Doud, Kevin Hester, Annie Hester
New Trustees Announcement:
We are excited to welcome three new trustees to the McGuire and Hester Foundation:
Bruce Daseking, Zeydi Gutierrez, and Amanda Chaudhary
Investment Committee
Protecting our future. Educating our employee-owners.
The Investment Committee provides oversight for the company’s 401(k) and ESOP investment programs. This team works closely with financial advisors and plan administrators to ensure responsible management, transparent processes, and accessible financial education for employee-owners at every stage of their career.
Members:
Rob Doud (Chair), Louie Roessler, Brian Unruh
Employee Owner Communications Committee
Keeping our company informed, aligned, and engaged.
This committee ensures that employee-owners receive timely, relevant, and clear updates about key company initiatives, milestones, and events. The team also helps coordinate important company-wide gatherings such as the Annual Shareholders Meeting and Employee Owner Forum, reinforcing transparency and shared purpose.
Members:
Zeydi Gutierrez (Chair), Louie Roessler, Amanda Chaudhary, Brian Unruh, Joel Luis
These committees are built on the belief that leadership is something we share. By participating, our employee-owners help shape the future of McGuire and Hester together.
If you’re interested in supporting or serving on a committee, we’d love to hear from you.