Steve Carpenter, SVP/Facilities Management

What was your first job?

At Picker International as a Computed Tomography Engineer.

When did you join Crothall?

2004

What was your first job at Crothall?

Same as now – Vice President of Facilities Management.

Who is your biggest influence?

My dad. He successfully started and sold 3 companies and retired at 50!

What CD do you have in your car right now?

“The Wiggles”...My 6 year old rules.

What is your funniest Crothall moment?

One night, the Management Committee was having dinner together and we all started singing in the restaurant!

What is your most special Crothall moment?

My first bed and breakfast experience…with Bart Kaericher in Farmville, Virginia! I was meeting Bart for the first time. I drove to Farmville for a survey at Southside Community Hospital. Bart made the hotel reservations for us. As I approached the address, I pulled in front of this Bed
and Breakfast. I immediately called Bart on his cell…“is this really where we are staying?” Bart told me this was the only place. This was actually my first and only B&B experience. I joke with Bart about it to this day.

What is your favorite book?

Deception Point by Dan Brown

What’s in your VCR, DVD or TIVO?

“Saving Private Ryan.”

Who is your favorite American Idol?

Kelly Clarkson, Katharine McPhee.

What advice would you give to someone who just joined Crothall?

Stay focused, work hard, remain loyal and opportunities will follow.

Describe Crothall in October 2021 (another 15 years).

Still the quality leader with a new regime at the helm!

“Pizza and beer” or “Sushi and Sake?”

Pizza and beer.

What is the one thing that nobody knows about you?

Hard question…most people don’t realize I was born in New York.

Country, Rap, or Rock?

All of the above….Classic Rock is my favorite.

Favorite sports team or athlete?

Who else…Carolina Panthers!

Biggest “Pet Peeve?”

Clutter. I am a clean freak!