Joseph Hayek

President, Chief Executive Officer & Director, WORTHINGTON ENTERPRISES INC

Search every verified Joseph Hayek interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Joseph Hayek, president and chief executive officer of Worthington Enterprises, discussed the company's second quarter fiscal 2026 results during a December 17, 2025 earnings call. He addressed seasonal demand patterns, noting that the strongest quarters are typically the third and fourth, with cold weather driving demand for temporary or backup heating products. Hayek also commented on the impact of tariffs, stating that the company considers itself a net beneficiary of announced tariffs because a level playing field helps it gain market share across several value streams. During the call, Hayek also spoke about the pending acquisition of LSI, describing the company as a market leader in metal roofing clips and retrofit roofing solutions. He highlighted LSI's reputation for reliability and creativity, as well as its culture, and expressed optimism about the company joining Worthington Enterprises in the coming weeks. In closing remarks, he thanked participants and wished them a happy holiday season.