2008 40 Under Forty: David Klein

David Klein

Age: 37

Title: President/CEO

Company: Greenwood Industries Inc.

Company location: Millbury

Residence: Southborough

Career highlights:

I am the founder and president of Greenwood Industries Inc. We are a commerical roofing and architectural sheet metal company.

The company was formed in 1992 and we have experienced revenue growth every year. I joined the company only one yea later in 1993. We consider Greenwood Industries to be the leader in our industry by providing service and exceptional quality.

My education background includes a bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University.

Community involvement:

My family and my firm are active supporter of a variety of youth programs, the Southborough Food Pantry, and fundraising efforts in the fight against breast cancer.

Biggest professional success:

Being able to grow Greenwood Industries for 16 consecutive years and employing over 190 employees.

Dream job:

PGA Tour Pro.

Businessperson you admire most:

My father, George Klein, who could always make something from nothing.

If you weren’t doing the job you’re doing now, what would you do?

Studying architecture. I find architecture from the past and present to be extremely fascinating.

Favorite movie:

It’s a tie between “The Godfather” and “Shawshank Redemption.” Both movies highlight the importance of shear intelligence and the ability of man to adapt and succeed

If you were stuck on a desert island, what book would you want to have with you?

The essays of Warren Buffet: Lessons for Corporate America.