Fred Haynes

FOUNDER & PARTNER

A native of Waltham, Massachusetts, Fred graduated from Norwich University in 1958 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Management. He received the Distinguished Alumnus Award in 1988 and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Engineering Management in 2003.

Fred founded Haynes Trane in 1968 and now serves as the Chairman of Haynes Mechanical.  Over the years, Fred has served in a variety of leadership roles both in the professional and academic setting.  Two of his ongoing philanthropic projects are Christ Church and Norwich University. He enjoys golfing, studying nautical charts of Cape Cod, globe-trotting, doting on his wife, seven grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

Kraig Haynes

CEO/PRESIDENT & PARTNER

Kraig graduated from Bates College in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. He was a Bridgton Academy Trustee from 2003 – 2009 and inducted into the Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame in 2010.

From 1985 to 1996, Kraig held a Board of Governor’s Seat and served as the Director, and President of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of ASHRAE. Throughout his career, Kraig has made it a mission to elevate the greater Denver community by co-founding and serving on several of the boards of successful faith-based organizations.  Some of his ongoing passions are  Masters Apprentice Program, Belay Enterprises, Save Our Youth, and Haynes University.  He is currently the President & CEO of Haynes Mechanical.  Outside of work, Kraig is a devoted husband, father, grandfather, gardener, golfer, sea explorer, skier, and dog lover.

Mark Hermanson

VICE PRESIDENT

Mark brings more than two decades of leadership experience across mechanical services, facilities management, sales, marketing, and military aviation. As Vice President of Haynes Mechanical Systems, he helps guide the company’s strategic direction, operational performance, and long-term growth.

Since joining Haynes in 2015, Mark has held progressive leadership roles, including General Manager for both Southern Colorado and the Greater Denver Area, before being appointed Vice President in 2024. Throughout his tenure, he has built high-performing teams and strengthened service delivery across multiple markets, grounded in Haynes’ commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.

Before joining Haynes, Mark held leadership roles including General Manager at ABM Building Services and Sales and Marketing Manager for One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning, where he consistently drove performance and growth.

He began his leadership journey as a Naval Aviator, flying the F-14 Tomcat and F/A-18 Hornet, and is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a degree in Economics.