Justin brings nearly two decades of sales leadership having started his career on the manufacturing side of the business. With over 25 years of spearheading relationships and strategic partnerships, Justin is a driving leader who believes that at the end of the day, it’s all about people, relationships, and doing great work together. Justin has worked for Lawless Group for four years. Prior to Lawless Group, he was Regional Vice President for Werner Co. and prior to that he was with Synthes.

Blake Eaton brings more than 25 years of financial leadership and business strategy to his role as Chief Financial Officer of Lawless Group. A proud Texan, Blake blends city and country life while applying his deep expertise in guiding companies through growth, acquisitions, and mergers. After successfully running his own firm, Blake sold the business to join Richard Lawless and the Lawless Group, drawn to the pace, diversity, and ever-changing landscape of the industry. Today, he oversees all financial and commercial aspects of the organization, providing the knowledge, structure, and foresight that fuel sustainable success. With a sharp eye for investments and business operations, Blake plays a vital role in positioning Lawless Group for continued growth and long-term results.

Sonya Bynum serves as Chief Operating Officer of Lawless Group, bringing more than 20 years of operational and leadership experience to the organization. With a proven track record in streamlining processes, building high-performing teams, and driving cross-functional alignment, Sonya plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence across the company. Her career spans leadership in industries where efficiency, precision, and people-centric management are critical to long-term success. At Lawless Group, she oversees day-to-day operations while guiding strategic initiatives that support growth, innovation, and partner success. Known for her collaborative leadership and commitment to continuous improvement, Sonya is dedicated to delivering scalable results while fostering a culture that prioritizes people, performance, and sustainable growth.

Rodney Hill brings more than 24 years of sales leadership to his role as Chief Sales Officer of Lawless Group. With a strong background at Fastenal Company and proven success leading business development at Lawless, Rodney has built his career on driving growth, developing talent, and building lasting partnerships. His expertise spans sales strategy, market expansion, and team development, with a particular focus on strengthening relationships in the building products sector and beyond. Since stepping into the CSO role, Rodney leads strategic initiatives that align with the company’s broader objectives, ensuring sustainable growth and meaningful impact for partners and customers. Known for his vision and collaborative leadership, he plays a vital role in advancing Lawless Group’s mission to deliver value, innovation, and trusted solutions across the industries it serves.

Jeff Gwynn brings more than 25 years of marketing and communications expertise to his role as Chief Marketing Officer of Lawless Group. Known for his results-driven approach, Jeff has led high-impact strategies that elevate brands, generate measurable growth, and strengthen industry engagement across construction, electrical, industrial, and safety markets. Since joining Lawless Group, he has advanced the company’s marketing evolution, where he leads initiatives in brand development, digital innovation, and customer engagement. A collaborative leader with a passion for storytelling and strategy, Jeff is dedicated to positioning Lawless Group as an industry thought leader while driving value for customers, partners, and stakeholders alike.

Richard Lawless, founder of the Lawless Group, was a visionary entrepreneur whose leadership and foresight shaped the company into a nationally recognized organization over the course of nearly five decades. Together with his father Darrell, he built the foundation of the business on a simple but enduring principle: relationships move product. Under Richard’s leadership, the company expanded into multiple enterprises, launched new brands, and completed strategic acquisitions that strengthened its presence across the construction, electrical, industrial, and safety industries.

While recognized as a master at identifying opportunities and executing bold strategies, Richard was equally committed to fostering a culture of authenticity, loyalty, and collaboration. He invested deeply in people – employees, partners, and customers alike – believing they were the cornerstone of lasting success. Richard’s legacy lives on in the values he instilled: integrity, innovation, and relationship-driven leadership. Today, those principles continue to guide the Lawless Group’s growth, ensuring his vision remains a driving force for the future.