Coated Metals Group Welcomes Don Benedict as Outside Sales Representative for the Mid-Atlantic Region
York, PA – September 2025 — Coated Metals Group (CMG), a national manufacturer of high-quality pre-finished steel products for the architectural and construction industries, is pleased to announce the hiring of Don Benedict as Outside Sales Representative for the Mid-Atlantic region. Don will be based out of CMG’s newest distribution facility in York, Pennsylvania, and brings with him a wealth of industry experience and deep technical expertise in metal forming.
Don brings with him a long and successful record in the metal roofing industry, including decades of experience spanning both technical and sales roles. He previously worked as a technician specializing in standing seam manufacturing machinery before advancing to regional manager and technical expert for a domestic steel supplier. Known for his deep understanding of roll forming technology and a vast network of contacts across the Eastern seaboard, Don is widely respected for his hands-on approach and solution-oriented mindset
“We are very pleased to add Don to the CMG team,” said Gary Woodward, President of Coated Metals Group. “He brings seasoned experience and a firm understanding of both the materials and equipment that our customers use, offering insights and solutions that come only from years of real hands-on experience.”
Don’s role will focus on growing CMG’s customer base throughout Pennsylvania and the greater Mid-Atlantic region, with an emphasis on supporting contractors, panel manufacturers, sheet metal fabricators, and architectural firms. His rare combination of technical knowledge and personalized service reflects CMG’s core commitment to being a dependable, solution-driven partner.
The York facility, which opened earlier this year, marks CMG’s 12th location nationwide and serves as a key distribution hub for the Eastern U.S. Strategically positioned to reduce lead times and expand localized service, this new branch further strengthens CMG’s mission to offer fast, reliable, and personalized support to metal roofing professionals coast to coast and continues CMG’s national expansion.
“I’ve admired CMG’s growth and reputation in the industry for years,” said Don. “Their commitment to inventory, service, and customer success is second to none. But what really excites me is the opportunity to help build something from the ground up. Opening a new location takes grit, teamwork, and a commitment to doing things the right way. I’m proud to be part of that mission and look forward to working closely with our customers to make CMG Pennsylvania a go-to resource for metal roofing products.”
Please join us in welcoming Don Benedict to Coated Metals Group. His technical knowledge, integrity, and customer-first mindset align perfectly with CMG’s mission to deliver quality products and exceptional service, every time.