Leadership

Jason leads Sila’s relentless focus on collaboration, career training & development, and best practices that are creating a differentiated, highly scalable operating platform for great owners and top tradespeople.

Prior to Sila, he led other high-growth service companies, including Tyco, ADT, Aramark, and CHEP. He also worked for McKinsey & Company and served as a US Navy Aviator flying the SH-60B Seahawk and the P-3C Orion.

Jason is an Adjunct Professor at Villanova University, sits on the President’s Advisory Board of George Washington University, and is a (somewhat) dedicated cyclist. He lives outside Philadelphia with his wife, two teenage kids, and a host of rescue animals.

Mike Rudolf is the Chief Operating Officer at Sila, where he excels in refining business processes to boost both employee satisfaction and customer results.

Over the twenty years, Mike has occupied vital roles within Sila, such as CFO, VP, and General Manager of multiple Sila Heating and Air Conditioning locations. Renowned for his proficiency in identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities, Mike assures the provision of resources to facilitate individual and company-wide growth. He also engages in M&A strategies, collaborating with potential sellers to unearth prospects within Sila’s platform.

On a personal note, Mike is an avid skier and cyclist, and a self-proclaimed mediocre golfer. He lives in Wayne, PA, sharing his life with his wife and two wonderful children.

Kyle Martin is the VP of Corporate Development at Sila, where he fosters growth through strategic investments
and partnerships.

Before joining Sila, Kyle boasted a prolific 16-year career in corporate development, closing over 70 acquisitions and proving his acumen in business valuation and deal structuring, with experience spanning diverse companies such as Rohm & Haas, Airgas, Eurofins, and Brenntag.

Outside his professional life, Kyle resides in Berwyn, PA with his wife Emily, and their four children. He enjoys hiking and biking and is an enthusiastic fan of Penn State football and wrestling. His spare time is often filled with cheering on his kids in their various activities and serving as their dedicated chauffeur.

Jack Rothacker, a third-generation heating and AC professional, founded Sila in the Philadelphia area in 1989 after a successful career in the U.S. Navy and has since transformed it from an independent operation with one install team to a thriving 1500+ person enterprise. Jack leads business development and owner engagement with sellers, bringing his expansive industry knowledge to the table.

Residing just outside of Philadelphia with his wife, Jack enjoys hunting, travel, aviation, and sharing his decades of industry expertise to grow the companies of Sila Services.

Kyle Fisher is the Chief Financial Officer at Sila Services, where he supervises all financial operations, accounting, M&A integration and capital markets activities. With a knack for managing EBITDA and M&A integration plans, Kyle ensures the company’s financial management and growth strategies are continuously enhanced. Prior to Sila, he served as a CFO in several public and private equity portfolio companies, managing successful high growth acquisition roll ups, platforms, and eventual exits at DreamLine, Cardone, Stonemor, and Atlas Energy, following a decade of financial roles at Lockheed Martin.

Outside work, Kyle enjoys the New Jersey beaches, golfing, basketball, volunteering at Parkinson’s events, and spending time with his wife and two young children near Philadelphia.

Ryan Flaherty, the Chief Revenue Officer at Sila Services, plays a pivotal role in supporting the national team and fostering robust collaboration between Marketing, Sales, and Operations. His people-first leadership style drives growth strategy and empowers the front line to deliver exceptional customer experiences, accelerating top-line growth. With a diverse background in sales, operations, marketing, and executive leadership, Ryan brings decades of expertise from his tenure with renowned companies like Aramark and Milliken & Company. Apart from his professional pursuits, Ryan is an avid traveler and sports enthusiast, cherishing quality time spent with his wife and two college-age sons.

Eddie McFarlane serves as the VP of Training, Development, and Engagement at Sila Services, where he passionately supports the company’s staff to enhance efficiency, ease, and enjoyment in their roles.

Prior to Sila, Eddie held executive positions at several large midsize home service and mechanical companies, including serving as President of Haller Enterprises and co-founding Schedule Engine. He continues to influence the industry as a board member of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, and the Board of Directors of Nate, the certifying body for technicians in the HVAC industry.

Residing in the beautiful and scenic Lititz in Lancaster County, Eddie relishes traveling with his wife and two adult children and has an unquenchable thirst for learning.

Andrew Moffatt, as Vice President of Marketing at Sila Services, leads the company’s expert marketing team with a strategic emphasis on digital-first innovation, data analytics, and dynamic market conditions.

Before joining Sila, Andrew honed his marketing expertise at prominent brands like AmeriGas, PPL, The Home Depot, and Pepsi-Cola. He began his career with The Ritz-Carlton, where he discovered his true passion for delivering extraordinary customer experiences.

Andrew is a native of the Upper West Side in New York City, and currently resides outside Philadelphia with his wife and two sons.

Nick Vakay is the Vice President of Field Operations at Sila Services, where he collaborates with local management teams to optimize field performance, with a primary focus on installation, service, and warehouse teams.

Nick began his journey with Sila as an installer after graduating from Syracuse University with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Construction Management. Over time, he advanced through various roles within the organization, culminating in his current VP position.

Away from work, Nick relishes the outdoors of North East, PA, enjoying hunting, fishing, and farm work on his property.

As Chief Information Officer, Steve Zimmerman delivers exceptional IT leadership, vision, strategy, and execution across all Sila portfolio companies.

Before joining Sila, Steve held high-profile roles including Global Chief Information Officer at BDP International, Senior Partner and Chief Technology Officer at Sigma Consulting Partners, and Regional IT Center of Excellence Director at KPMG, among others.

When he’s not in the office, Steve pursues a variety of passions: motorcycle touring, ice hockey, playing the saxophone, and honing his skills as an aspiring chef.