About Us

Tommy J. Bannister is a long time veteran of the mining industry, having over 25 years of service with Delta Electric Inc. Prior to his current role as President of Delta Electric, he formerly served as Sales Manager, General Manager and Vice President. Tom’s roots are embedded in the coal mining industry as he is the fourth generation of the Bannister family to work in the industry. Tom himself is proud that he is a certified coal miner. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He is a member of the Logan County Vendor Association, WV Coal Association, National Federation of Independent Business and Logan County Chambe of Commerce. Tom and his wife Kimberly Peyton Bannister are the parents of five children and have three beautiful grandchildren.

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Allen Haywood has over 30 years of experience in the mining industry, the last 20 with Carroll Engineering Co. Allen was educated at Southeast Community College in Kentucky and has been married to his wife Peggy for over 28 years. Allen and Peggy are proud parents of four children: Cassie, Seth, Josh and Sarah. Allen is active in community and church activities, serving on the board of Putney Bible Church. Previously Allen served as Chairman of the Board of Harlan County Christian School for 12 years. Allen loves to golf and spend time outdoors hunting and fishing.

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Phillip Bannister brings years of experience in the mining industry. Phil capitalizes on his degree in Electronic Engineering in his executive role with Delta Electric, a company he first began working for in 1985 as a student from Logan High. Phillip has been a dedicated leader at Delta Electric since he returned to West Virginia in 1995. He has been married to his wife, Becky for 12 years and they have 3 daughters: Grace, Faith, and Hope.

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Greg joined Carroll Technologies Group in 2006 and has been involved in financial reporting, planning, analysis, and banking relations. Prior to joining Carroll, Greg worked in public accounting as an auditor and tax preparer. He graduated with honors from Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN with a double major in accounting and financial economics. Greg is a member of the Kentucky State Society of CPA’s, and he has served as treasurer for various civic and church organizations. Greg is married with two children.

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Josh Johnson joined Carroll Technologies Group in 2012 and currently serves as the Sales Account Manager for the Metal/Non-Metal Resource Division. Josh graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Lincoln Memorial University and a Master’s degree in Administration from Union College. He resides in La Follette, Tennessee with his wife, Tina, of 19 years and their son, Nathan. Josh enjoys spending time with his family on Norris Lake, volunteering at his local church, and loves outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting.

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Whitney Bannister exemplifies leadership coming from a background serving as a Non Commissioned Officer (Staff Sergeant) in the United States Air Force for 6 years. Whitney traveled all over the world, responsible for millions of dollars of highly sophisticated equipment and maintained all training for his troops. After returning from his service in the military, Whitney began his career with Carroll Technologies Group. He lead the field service division for Delta Electric, Inc. as field service manager before assuming the role of General Manager of Operations in 2016. He is a 5th generation Bannister to work in the Industry, with over 10 years of managing experience in the field of mining. Whitney and Amanda are the proud parents of one child. Easton Jace.

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