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The Gallegos Legacy

It all started in 1970 with one man, a stone fireplace, and a vision for a company built on excellence and craftsmanship. That man was Gerald Gallegos, a Minturn local who grew up in a pioneer family from the San Luis Valley. A wrestler, a pitcher, and a hard worker from the start, Gerald founded Gallegos Masonry with only a cement mixing truck and the help of his brothers. From those early days in Vail, the company expanded across Colorado’s mountain towns and helped shape landmark destinations, including Beaver Creek, where Gallegos stonework can be seen throughout the village.

Gerald was known not only for his craftsmanship but also for his deep commitment to community. He played a meaningful role in establishing organizations that continue to serve Colorado today and believed in creating opportunity and stability for local families. His values of honesty, respect, and hard work remain the foundation of the company. Although Gerald passed away in 2010, the foundation he built is still evident in every project and in the craftsmen who continue the work he began. His wife, Suzanne, remains a guiding presence, helping ensure what he started continues with heart and intention.

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Built With Passion

Built With Passion

One word above all others describes Gallegos. That word is passion. It’s what our founder Gerald Gallegos had when he built his first stone fireplace. It’s what the craftsmen he assembled had when he created our company. And, it’s what we all have now, as the leader in commercial and residential construction.

Serving Aspen, Denver, and Montana with corporate headquarters in Vail, we are Colorado’s finest craftsmen working in stone, masonry, stucco, plaster, concrete, marble, and granite. To date, our crews have performed work in 17 states.

Leadership That Builds Legacy

Building a truly successful company starts with the people. Gallegos may have started with just one man, but it has grown into a successful company led by people just as passionate about the industry, and the community, as Gerald was. The leaders at Gallegos embrace the outdoor life, and enjoy activities like hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, skiing, camping, and everything else Colorado has to offer.

Leadership 1

Suzanne Gallegos

Chairwoman of the Board

Suzanne is honored to be the Chairwoman of the Board of Gallegos and is committed to honoring the vision Gerald had for the company. In addition to her role at Gallegos, Suzanne donates her time to many worthy organizations within the community.

Leadership 2

Gary Woodworth

President and Chief Executive Officer

Since joining Gallegos as Director of the Plaster and Stucco Division in 1987, Gary has risen to become President and Chief Executive Officer. He has been in this role since 2010. Gary is dedicated to childhood learning and our communities, and sits on several boards including the Board of Governors for Vail Valley Partnership, and the Board of Directors for HomeCare and Hospice of the Valley.

Leadership 3

JC Slocum

Chief Business Development Officer

As Chief Business Development Officer, JC oversees and directs Gallegos’ business development, pre-construction, and contract administration functions. With nearly 20 years at Gallegos, JC has held numerous roles, including Estimator, Project Engineer, Project Manager, and Senior Preconstruction Manager, providing him with a broad scope of expertise in large-scale commercial, and high-end residential, construction projects and a reputation of on-time, and on-budget, delivery. JC is a member of the Associated General Contractors of Colorado, Specialty Contractors Council, and enjoys volunteering his free time coaching youth sports within his community.

Leadership 4

Jim Bingaman

Regional President, Aspen

With over 30 years of management and leadership experience at Gallegos, Jim is now a regional President responsible for overall operations throughout the Aspen market. An active member of his community, Jim supports multiple organizations throughout the Roaring Fork Valley, with a focus on youth education and sports.

Leadership 5

Scott Christensen

Regional President, Denver

Scott began his career as a carpenter and plasterer, then progressed into foreman and project manager roles. Joining Gallegos in 2006, Scott went from Senior PM to Division President, and now oversees the Denver division. He promotes a positive and engaging atmosphere, leveraging his 35 years of construction experience to bring creative solutions and a “yes, we can” approach to each project.

Leadership 6

Casey Kraft

Regional President, Vail

Casey joined Gallegos in 2004 as an estimator and has since become Vail Regional President. He is experienced in commercial, residential, and civil projects, and holds two B.Sc. degrees from Colorado School of Mines in Civil Engineering and Economics. His background in engineering took our concrete division from being a place and finish provider to a full service concrete contractor.

Leadership 7

Marcette Gordon

Stone Yard Manager

Marcette joined the Gallegos Team in 2002 in payroll and accounting. Eager to learn more about the construction industry, she spent several years working for various trades within the company (plaster and stucco, masonry, marble and granite) to broaden her understanding before settling at the Stone Yard. Over the past 8 years she has optimized tasks related to inventory, placing orders, tracking materials. Marcette is passionate about success of the Stone Yard team and The Gallegos Corporation. She is focused on meeting the needs of the community and the sustainability and quality of the products carried at the Stone Yard.

Leadership 8

Dan White

Chief Financial Officer

Growing up in Denver, Dan graduated from the Metropolitan State College of Denver with a B.S. in Accounting. After 10 years at a Denver-based CPA firm, he moved to the Vail Valley in 2006, and joined Gallegos in 2015 as a controller. Dan has spent the last several years improving the accounting systems at Gallegos and is now the Chief Financial Officer. He also volunteers for the local Habitat For Humanity as treasurer.

Leadership 9

Tanya Rippeth

Chief Human Resources Officer

With over 20 years of expertise in HR and operations, Tanya joined the Gallegos Team in 2020 and serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer. Tanya is a results-focused leader who delivers talent acquisition, retention, and motivation solutions for Gallegos. A strong believer in the power of positive thinking, by empowering and motivating employees to realize their full potential and bring their best to the job, Tanya promotes continuous personal growth and customer loyalty. She holds a Master’s in Business as well as certifications with SHRM-SCP and CEBS from Wharton University.

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A Tradition of Service

Gallegos puts the passion in compassionate, carrying forward the generosity and service that defined Gerald Gallegos from the very beginning. His belief in showing up for those in need remains a guiding principle for the company today.

Deeply rooted in the communities we serve, we dedicate time, resources, and heart to local organizations throughout Colorado and Montana. Our teams are encouraged to pursue the causes that matter most to them, and we proudly support their efforts because giving back is not just something we do; it is part of who we are.

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