Husqvarna announces new territory managers

Words: Cate StratemeierHusqvarna is welcoming its newest members — four territory managers.

Craig Caliva is our new Territory Manager for Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Craig has been in the demolition industry since 1995, which led him to start his own companyin 2005. In addition to his long history in the construction industry, Caliva also is well versed in music. In his spare time he plays guitar and trumpet and is a singer-songwriter. His well rounded background makes him the perfect match to the Husqvarna team. Welcome aboard Craig!

Carlos Gomez is our new District Manager for Northwestern Mexico. Working out of Tijuana Gomez is in charge of Baja California, Baja California Sur, Chihuahua and Sinaloa. Prior to starting at Husqvarna, Carlos was the General Manager of a food distribution company in Mexico. He brings 15 years of sales experience with him to this position, and will serve as a great addition to our team. Welcome Carlos!

Gary Morrisette is our new Equipment Applications Manager for the central region of the United States. Prior to starting at Husqvarna Construction Products he was the owner and operator of a concrete cutting business for 30 years. Gary’s experience in the industry makes him well suited to provide the best service to our customers. Welcome to the team Gary!

Ruben Rodriquez is our new Territory Manager for Northeast Mexico. Ruben is responsible for the following: Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon, Tamaulipas, San Luis Potos and Zacatecas. He previously worked at American Express Corporate Cards. Ruben’s 16 years of work experience makes him a great addition to the Husqvarna team. Welcome aboard Ruben!
MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 37 Recap: Starling Johnson, VP of Sales at STALITE Lightweight Aggregate
February 2026

On this episode of the MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Starling Johnson joins the set in Indianapolis to talk about her path within masonry, sales in this industry, and life outside of work.

Masonry Restoration: Why Walls Fail and How We Fix Them
February 2026

Masonry doesn’t crack. Old brick never has issues. Every masonry wall lasts 100 years or more… right? If only that were true. Masonry is one of the most durable building materials ever used, but like all construction, it responds to time, movement, mo

MCAA President Jeff Buczkiewicz Testifies To Congress On AI In Masonry
February 2026

On February 11, 2026, Jeff Buczkiewicz, President and CEO of the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA), testified before the House Subcommittee on Workforce Protections. He spoke during a hearing titled “Building an AI-Ready America: Safer Workp

MCAA President and CEO Jeff Buczkiewicz To Testify To Congress On AI
February 2026

On February 11, 2026, Jeff Buczkiewicz, President and CEO of the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA), will testify before the House Subcommittee on Workforce Protections. Representing a $41 billion industry, Buczkiewicz plans to showcase GEORG