Meet the Faces Behind Becker Engineered Systems
We Look Forward to Connecting With You!
You can rely on our team for fast response, expert troubleshooting, and solutions to complex application challenges.
Whenever you’re facing a multi-stage process treatment issue, need a repair, or want an experienced perspective, give us a call. We’re known for innovative controls, automation and data management solutions, and optimizing systems to help customers save time and money—while delivering the exceptional service your business deserves.
Connect with us! Our team directory, including areas of expertise and direct contact links, is below.
Misty Brammer
Inventory Operations Manager
Joined the Becker team in 2005
My Role: I oversee the warehouse team and monitor the entire lifecycle of goods. This includes using data and software to record inventory, monitoring sales levels to ensure proper purchasing from vendors, maintaining optimal stock levels, minimizing costs, warehouse storage and organization. In addition, I track sales orders and backorder fulfillments.
Outside of the office: I love being involved in my kid's activities , taking trips and going camping.
Rachael Estes
Shipping/Receiving Specialist
Joined the Becker team in 2023
My Role: I fulfill and ship orders, receive inventory
Outside of the office: I like to dance, workout, ride bikes and spend time with friends and family.
Eric Grote
Vice President of Operations
Joined the Becker team in 2001
My Role: As Vice President of Operations, I oversee the Engineering Department, the day-to-day operations of the business, and help maintain the outstanding level of service that our customers have come to expect when they partner with Becker. I'm proud of my role in the growth of the company, and enjoy the daily opportunities for innovation and implementing new technologies and processes.
Outside of the office: I like to spend my time camping, golfing, fishing, cooking and being with my wife and kids.
Carrie Hogeback
Business Support Coordinator
Joined the Becker team in 2022
My Role: I have multiple areas of impact--greeting customers via the phone or in-person, creating sales orders, invoices, providing order tracking and status, processing accounts receivable, and some other accounting functions.
Outside the office: I enjoy spending time with my family and two adult children, interior design and home décor, camping, and anything related to sun and water.
Carson Hogeback
Operations Associate
Joined the Becker team in 2025
My Role: I assemble custom tailored systems with precision, ensuring the quality and and reliability that define Becker Engineered Systems.
Outside of the office: I like playing video games, working on cars, hanging out with my cat Binx, and spending time with friends and family.
Heather Hotlosz
Vice President of Finance and Business Analytics
MBA Xavier University, MSBA in Taxation University of Cincinnati, BS Miami University in Accounting and Finance
My Role: VP of Finance and Business Analytics. My background includes public accounting experience at Barnes Dennig, Deloitte and Touche, and Grant Thornton, along with a wide range of experience in the financial industry.
Outside of the office: I enjoy cooking classes, experimenting with recipes, gardening, and raising my dogs, chickens, Valais Blacknose Sheep and KuneKune pigs.
Evan Humpert
Becker Connected Systems Manager
BS Chemical Engineering, The Ohio State University
My Role: Becker Connected Systems Product Development, Quoting, Technical Support
Outside of the office: I enjoy golfing, skiing, and playing guitar.
Matthew Jergens
Account Manager
BS Chemical Engineering, University of Dayton
My Role: I provide technical and sales support to clients, identify customer needs and recommend solutions. I work closely with the Becker engineering team to ensure specific project needs are met through customized designs tailored for our clients.
Outside of the office: I enjoy running agility with my dog Jake, working out, traveling with my wife and playing video games.
Bryan Jostworth
Vice President of Business Development
BA, Communications, Minor in Organizational Behavior, The Ohio State University
My Role: I am dedicated to expanding market reach, strengthening client partnerships, and driving innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and performance. I have over 25 years of experience in technical sales, process improvement, and chemical management, and expertise in multi-stage washers, paint pre-treatment, OEM, Tier 1 & Tier 2 automotive networks, and facilities management.
Outside of the office: I love spending time with my wife and three young adult kids, and watching local sports, UC football, and the Buckeyes.
Treva Lambing
Marketing, Sales, and Event Support Associate
BS Design, University of Cincinnati
My Role: I plan and execute marketing campaigns, social media, website updates, trade show logistics, business events, printed materials, and support our sales team.
Outside of the office: I enjoy creating art, and watching MLS and European soccer.
Chris Marion
Applications Engineer
BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Cincinnati
My Role: I provide quotes, technical support, engineering drawings and system design using the full range of products that Becker has to offer.
Outside of the office: I enjoy game nights with friends, cooking (and eating) good food, videogames, and learning about new technologies.
Greg Tankersley
President
MBA Finance, BS Business Administration, University of Cincinnati
My Role: Becker’s President, overseeing the company’s strategic plan and growth. I am proud of how our team consistently delivers next level innovation and quality for our clients.
Outside of the office: In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with family, and working on our farm in Kentucky.
Jake Zielinski
Sales Support Specialist
BS Biological Sciences, University of Cincinnati
My Role: I provide technical support, pricing quotes, lead times, installations, onsite training, and customer service.
Outside of the Office: I like to stay active in recreational sports leagues, watch Sci-Fi movies, play chess and root for the Buffalo Bills.
In Memoriam - Rich Zielinski
Rich lost his battle with ALS. January 10th, 2023. Rich spent his entire career at Becker as an Application Engineer. He took great pride in all the details of our solutions and solving complex problems for our clients. Rich spent time in the Navy before joining the Becker Team more than 22 years ago. He was highly involved in the scouts and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. You'd always count on Rich's keen wit and intelligence to make any meeting more than you expected.
Board Members
Pete Effler
Pete brings a strong engineering and business background to Becker. He has served as Chief Operating Officer and CEO of Modern Insurance Group. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Notre Dame, Mendoza School of Business, and is a proud investor and mentor with the Queen City Angels.
Dan Leahy
Dan was with Hydro Systems as VP of Operations when they grew from $20mm to $100mm. His experience with Hydro Systems brings added depth of supply chain, pumps, systems knowledge, and field services along with his numerous industry contacts and network. Dan is presently the Chief Operating Officer of Teron Lighting and an integral part of the board at Becker.
Don Morsch
Don has served as CEO, CFO and presently is leading mergers and acquisitions for Leadec. He knows the industrial space extremely well, along with the chemical sales industry and industrial applications. His knowledge and expertise are a monumental help at Becker.
Jerri Hall
The Becker Engineered Systems team is excited to welcome Jerri Hall to the Board of Advisors. Jerri is the Owner and Managing Director of Integral Ops, LLC, a management consulting firm. With an extensive background as a Senior HR Leader in diverse industries, she is certified by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) as a Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and the Senior
Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). She has a proven track record of success in navigating the complexities of human resources and organizational dynamics.
