Leading Full-Service Contractor Hires Former Rivian Construction and Facilities Finance Director
Haydon, a prominent full-service general contractor serving the Southwest for over three decades, has appointed Corey Haygood as Director of Finance. Previously, Haygood held the role of Director of Construction and Facilities Finance at Rivian.
Haygood’s motto, “Construction first. Finance second.,” reflects his deep passion and extensive background. His career includes leadership roles such as Vice President at Connect Homes, Regional Project Controller at Katerra, Construction Finance at Tesla, and Venture Manager at Bechtel Corporation, where he co-founded the company’s innovation practice.
"I am honored to join Haydon and return to my construction roots with a strong, culturally-driven general contractor," said Haygood. "I aim to blend forward-thinking, innovative approaches from my recent roles with the solid foundation of Haydon."
In his new role, Haygood views finance as a crucial service organization bridging accounting and operations, driving effective change and growth. He emphasizes the importance of providing a unified view of financial data and plans to leverage technology and automation for efficiency and innovation. Haygood anticipates AI's transformative impact on the industry and aims for Haydon to lead in this space.
"When you combine finance with innovation and a passion for construction, it’s a win-win," commented Katie Haydon, President and CEO of Haydon. "Corey’s unique blend of skills will propel our growth and enhance our financial strategy."
Haygood holds a BSCE in Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and an MBA with a focus on Engineering Management (Innovation) from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
Outside work, Haygood and his family enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Arizona’s Snowbowl. He finds solitude and meditation in running, particularly in the desert, and he pursues his passion for brewing beer alongside preparing for ultra marathons, including a current 100-mile race training regimen.
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