T. Clear's Management Team
- Theodore (Ted) E. Clear, Vice President and CEO
- Mary Louise (Lou) Clear, President
- Jason T. Clear, Technical Director
- Lisa Clear Schaffer, Director of Human Resources
- Dick Crawford, Director of Business Development
- Randy Windell, Sales Manager
Theodore (Ted) E. Clear
Vice President & CEO
Fin Pan, Inc./ T. Clear Corporation
Responsibilities
Sets the direction and oversees the operations of all areas. After 30 years in the construction trades and 35 years in the ceramic tile industry, Ted's valuable experience and knowledge act as invaluable resources for products, processes and customer development.
Significant Work Experience with Fin Pan, Inc./T. Clear Corp.
- Vice President and Founder, Fin Pan, Inc., 1975 — present
- CEO, Sherman Clear Plastering, 1945 — 1975
Formal Education
- Hamilton Catholic High School
Industry Affiliations
- Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), Member 2000 Hall of Fame Award Recipient
- Tile Council of America (TCA), Member
Mary Louise (Lou) Clear
President
Fin Pan, Inc.
Responsibilities
Primarily responsible for overseeing the fiscal operation in conjunction with operational goals.
Significant Work Experience with Fin Pan, Inc./T. Clear Corp.
- President and Founder, Fin Pan, Inc., 1975 — present
- Business Owner, 1964 — present
- 65 years of bookkeeping experience
Formal Education
- Notre Dame High School
- Hamilton Business School
Industry Affiliations
- Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), Member
- Tile Council of America (TCA), Member
Jason T. Clear
Technical Director
T. Clear Corporation / Fin Pan, Inc.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the Quality Assurance and Quality Control of all products. In charge of making sure that applications of the products meet the capabilities of the products. Responsible for making sure that the products have been tested to meet up to date specific design loads and building codes. Oversees production of roofing plant. Designs strapping details for wind uplift requirements for the roofing products.
Significant Work Experience with Fin Pan, Inc /T. Clear Corp
- Production Labor, T. Clear Corp., 1995 – 1996
- Technical Director, 2006 - Present
Formal Education
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, The Ohio State University, 2001
Industry Affiliations
- Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI), Member 2006-present
- Roof Consultants Institute (RCI), Member 2006-present
- National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) 2006-present
Lisa Clear Schaffer
Director of Human Resources
Fin Pan, Inc./T. Clear Corporation
Responsibilities
Responsible for strategic planning, human resources and coordination of all administrative services. With a strong background with all products, processes, people, technical and sales, Lisa is versatile in the coordination of the many functions of both companies.
Significant Work Experience with Fin Pan, Inc./T. Clear Corp.
- Director of Human Resources, 1998 — present
- Accounting and Administration, 1980 — 1988
- Quality Control and Lab Technician, 1977 — 1980
- Production Labor, Fin Pan, Inc., 1975 — 1976
Formal Education
- B.S., Art (Sculpture & Ceramics), Miami University
- B.S., ED
- M.A., Administration, Xavier University
Industry Affiliations
- Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), Member, 1998 — present Member of Green Building Committee
- Tile Council of America (TCA), Member of Backer Board Committee Member of Installation Materials Committee
Dick Crawford
Director of Business Development
T. Clear Corp.
Responsibilities
Responsible for sales of ProTEC Concrete Structural Insulated Panels Systems and ProGUARD Concrete Insulated Sheathing. Also responsible for new product development and new sales opportunities for the company.
Significant Work Experience
- Director of Business Development for T. Clear / FinPan – 2002 to present
- President & CEO of Acoustical & Interior Distributors, Inc. 1982 – 1999
- Armstrong World Industries – Sales and Management positions – most recent was National Accounts Manager – 1964 – 1982
Formal Education
- A.B. Degree Business Administration – Franklin & Marshall College
- Various management & sales training programs through Armstrong World Industries
- United States Army Veteran
Industry Affiliations
- Construction Specifications Institute – Member
- CDT Certification – Construction Specifications Institute
- NTA Testing & Code Certification Agency -
- Current Member IAS Guide 65 Advisory Committee
Arthur “Randy” Windell
Sales Manager
T. Clear Corp.
Responsibilities
Responsible for sales of LIGHTGUARD, HEAVYGUARD, THERMADRY and CFI WALL PANELS.
Significant Work Experience
- Sales Manager T. Clear Corp. 2004 to Present
- Sales Manager Fin Pan, Inc / T. Clear Corp 1983 to 2004
- District Sales Mgr. KY Solite Corp. 1979 to 1983
Formal Education
- B.S. Degree Sales & Marketing Indiana State University
- M.S. Degree Sales & Marketing Indiana State University
- United States Army Veteran, Army Security Agency
Industry Affiliations
- National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
Theodore (Ted) E. Clear, CEO & V.P.




