It’s NICE to Have Support
NICE members have a dedicated support team that’s ready to help them succeed in all areas of the business. Whether you seek HR consulting, safety counsel, legal assistance, technology help, financial guidance, marketing support or something else, we are here for our NICE members.
Dennis M. Barrineau, President & Executive Director
Dennis Barrineau is the President and Executive Director of NICE, where he has served since 2014. Dennis brings rich industry knowledge and visionary strategic leadership to the organization.
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Dennis grew up in Andrews, South Carolina, and received a Bachelor of Business Administration at The Citadel in Charleston. His depth of industry knowledge stems from decades of direct experience. For 17 years, Dennis worked at Owens Corning in various capacities and gained valuable insights into the building materials sector. His tenure included serving as the Plant Manager for an Owens Corning Plant based in Fairburn, Georgia, becoming the Director of Planning, Sourcing, and Logistics for Insulation in Toledo, Ohio, and serving as the Plant Manager for an Owens Corning Roofing and Asphalt Plant in Denver, Colorado.
Following Owens Corning, Dennis took on the role of President and Chief Executive Officer for U.S. GreenFiber for 16 years. In this capacity, he oversaw the development, planning, and implementation of strategic plans, spearheaded growth initiatives, and drove a winning company culture with the introduction of shared values.
Today, Dennis has a passion for supporting NICE members and their vision to be recognized as the best insulation contractors in the industry. Specifically, he is dedicated to helping members drive growth and improve efficiencies in their own businesses, and he takes pride in upholding NICE’s values in the work he does each day.
Wendy Gaskill, Member Services Director
Wendy Gaskill has served as the Member Services Director for NICE since 2021. A Fernandina Beach native, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization, enhancing member engagement and service delivery.
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With an Associate of Arts Degree from Florida State College at Jacksonville including an accounting focus, Wendy has a strong foundation in financial principles that supports her efforts in serving NICE’s diverse membership.
Before joining NICE, Wendy spent nearly a decade in the finance department for the City of Fernandina Beach, where she honed her budgeting and financial management skills. She then served as the Services Manager for the Fernandina Police Department. In this role, she successfully managed compliance and budget requirements while maintaining transparency and collaborating with officers and city staff.
In addition to her practical experience, Wendy’s qualifications include technical certificates in Business Operations, recognition as an Accounting Technology Specialist, and expertise as a Business Specialist. This combination of education and training equips her with the skills needed to effectively manage financial data and optimize operational processes, ensuring that NICE members receive the highest level of support.
Wendy’s commitment to fostering strong relationships within the insulation contracting community is evident in her proactive approach to meeting member needs. With a passion for service excellence and a keen understanding of industry dynamics, Wendy is dedicated to advancing the mission of NICE and supporting its members in achieving their business goals.
