Our Leadership Team

6 executives from the Jade Sterling leadership team standing in front of steel bar racks
Pictured L to R: Howard Fertel, Dean Musarra, Robb Nardy, Matthew Griswold, Scott B. Herman and  and Paul J.  Maleski

The leadership team of Jade Sterling Steel is focused on providing top quality steel materials paired with the right value-added finishing services to fit the needs of our customers. The team’s shared experience is unmatched in the steel industry and shows in every aspect of serving our customers, partners and suppliers.

  • Photo of Scott B. Herman

    Scott B. Herman

    Scott is a lifetime Clevelander and proud Ohio State graduate. He brings over 35 years of steel experience to the Jade team and is a member of the Forging Industry Association and Hand Tool Institute.

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    Howard Fertel

    Howard is Cleveland-born, attended The Ohio State University, and started at Jade shortly after graduation. He has been active in every facet of the business over his 30+ years with the company.

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  • Photo of Dean “D.J.” Musarra

    Dean “D.J.” Musarra

    Dean has been in steel sales for over 20 years and drives success for his customers by finding the right solutions to fit their needs. At Jade he focuses on growing the company’s processing, machining and value-added service capabilities — and during downtime he enjoys lake life with his family.

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    Robb Nardy

    Robb has spent his career with Jade focused on maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers and processors in the industry. He is a graduate of John Carroll University and spends his time away from work with family, friends and traveling.

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  • Portrait of Paul J. Maleski

    Paul J. Maleski

    Paul spent his college years playing football for Mercyhurst University and is a graduate of 97. Paul immediately came onboard with Jade Sterling after graduation. His specialty is working daily with our customers and suppliers to secure large program business in all major markets with focus on the forging industry. He is also our stainless steel expert.

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    Matthew Griswold, CPA

    Matt is a graduate of John Carroll University and spent 9 years at accounting & consulting firm Cohen & Company, Ltd. before transitioning to his current role as CFO at Jade Steel in 2019.

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Our experienced QA staff and metallurgist are experts in steel inspections, ASTM specifications, AMS/MILS “AQ,” and in-house lab testing, ensuring that our customers get the quality steel they require. Jade Sterling is ISO 9001 registered.