A proud born Texan Mark Schindler leads the Southwest region with pride. Mark has been leading the Southwest for 13 years and is an industry veteran. His extensive product knowledge and sales training leadership helps customers go from business objectives to market-ready solutions. Manufacturers and distributors welcome Mark’s passion, determination and “get it done” philosophy.
The quintessential Texan Mark stands behind his team, customer challenges, and every one of the products Lawless represents. A known collaborator with customers, he helps develop solutions that move more product.
When he is not on a jobsite or sales call you can find him in peace with his wife Joy at their ranch.
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.
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.
A leader of strategic initiatives designed to drive strong top and bottom-line results. Dave is responsible for managing sales that exceeds expectations and moves more product. He brings over 25 years of experience leading sales efforts and business development functions for construction, manufacturing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, automotive, and MRO channels in North America and in regional geographies. Dave has built and led high performing teams with a result driven track record. Dave has been awarded and recognized for his work previously with Apex Tool Group, Newell Rubbermaid and Irwin Tools.
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