Our History

We stand for innovation.

In the world of stadium manufacturing, where every fan’s experience matters, our journey has been one of relentless innovation, marked by patents that have reshaped the way audiences enjoy live events. Since 1979, our mission has been clear: to collaborate with our clients to re-imagine the spectator experience through cutting-edge seating solutions that blend comfort, accessibility, and immersive engagement.

So whether it’s a 50,000-seat stadium or revamping bleachers on an athletic field, we’re excited to continue our journey — manufacturing the stadiums of tomorrow, today.

Our Patents

The proof is in the patents.

Because we’ve demonstrated a strong track record in
developing patents for unique stadium solutions, we can
provide our clients with the competitive edge.

Long span stadium riser – Long span aluminum riser system

U.S. Patent Number: 9,366,018

Interlocking contoured stadium seating system – Colosseum One Chairs

U.S. Patent Number: D446984

Stadium seating construction – Colosseum One Chairs

U.S. Patent Number: 8,266,842

Stadium seating construction – Hybrid Precast Stadium System

U.S. Patent Number: 8,266,842

Stadium seating system. Improved concrete tread panel design

U.S. Patent Number: 8,869,461

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Our Products

Raising the game.

Complete a new construction or enhance a renovation project with a customized system. From design and fabrication to manufacturing and final installation – Dant Clayton meets the full range of project needs.

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Leadership.

A team united for a single purpose: unrivaled stadium experiences.

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Bruce Merrick
Chairman & CEO

Bruce founded Dant Clayton Corporation in 1979 and has guided the company through expansions and acquisitions to become a driving force in the sports construction market. Considered a thought leader in the field, Bruce’s expertise has frequently been sought out by sports architects, construction managers and owners’ representatives at the “napkin” phase of a project, and he has instilled this collaborative mindset into the Dant Clayton culture. Bruce’s insatiable curiosity has driven him to invent new products, five of which have U.S. Patents.

Bruce has held leadership positions in professional organizations, including Chairman of the Kentucky Chapter of Young Presidents Organization and the World Presidents Organization. He has held leadership positions on several boards including Western Kentucky University, Kentucky Performing Arts Executive Committee, the Speed Art Museum, and Actors Theatre of Louisville.

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Rob Heinrich
Chief Operating Officer

Since joining Dant Clayton in 2023, Rob has led improvements in business planning and manufacturing processes that have garnered efficiencies and enhanced speed to delivery. Capabilities and capacities are being developed in multiple areas to support the Dant Clayton vision and growth objectives over the coming years.

Rob has held several Sr. Leadership roles as Division President, General Manager and Plant Manager in complex manufacturing settings in the U.S. and Europe.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Technology, Purdue University

Six Sigma Champion, Green Belt

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Amber Halloran
Chief Financial Officer

Amber stepped into the CFO role at Dant Clayton in October 2024. She has 20+ years of executive level Finance/Accounting experience including 14 years as CFO of Louisville Water Company where she managed $100M+ of capital improvement projects per year. Halloran also served as Chief Financial and Operations Officer for Kentucky Performing Arts (KPA) and supported the Foundation overseeing all back of house operations including Finance, Security, Information Technology, Production, and Facilities. Amber was also the Project Manager for KPA’s successful $12 million new build of Old Forester’s Paristown Hall entertainment venue, where she oversaw design and construction.

Master of Business Administration at Bellarmine University Rubel School of Business

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance at University of Louisville

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Jamie Richardson, DBIA
Vice President of Project Delivery

Jamie joined Dant Clayton in 2000 and oversees design coordination, site construction, and budget management for all clients. His impressive work history includes managing high-profile baseball projects at Tulane and Michigan State Universities, a design-build stadium replacement in Fort Hood, TX, and the construction of MLS soccer stadiums for the Houston Dynamo and Montreal Impact.

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Kentucky

Licensed general contractor in West Virginia

Designated as a design-build professional

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Dan Hennessy
Director of Human Resources

Joining the Dant Clayton team as Director of Human Resources in 2023, Dan brings over two decades of HR leadership and expertise across various companies, as well as a strong focus for best practices in recruitment, retention, succession planning, and team member learning and development.

Dan has served as VP of Human Resources at Donan Engineering Co. and Chief Human Resources Officer for Alpine Intel.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Management and Human Resources Management, Bellarmine University

Master of Legal Studies, Arizona State University

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Jim Lewis
Director of Sales and Preconstruction Services

Jim joined Dant Clayton in 2000 and has built a career in project management and sales in construction projects. Jim oversees customer contact and contract awards, leads regional sales representatives and dealers, and empowers his team to collaborate with clients and partners to deliver high quality and low-cost solutions.

Jim has been involved in over 500 grandstand and stadia projects, and has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry in project management and business development roles.

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Eastern Kentucky University

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Amanda Caufield
Director of Marketing and Sales Operations and Corporate Secretary

Amanda joined Dant Clayton in 2008 and is the driving force behind the company’s marketing functions. She plays a pivotal role in promoting its products and services, including the introduction of the company’s innovative Longspan Aluminum Riser and Hybrid Precast Stadium Systems, both of which have been game-changers in the sports construction market. Additionally, Amanda oversees the Estimating Department to ensure precision and efficiency in project planning and budgeting.

Bachelor of Science in Marketing, University of Louisville

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

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Quinn Tuttle
President of Tuttle, a Dant Clayton Division

Quinn is the third-generation leader of Tuttle Railing, a company founded by his grandfather in 1955. With 30 years of experience in the commercial railing industry, Quinn has managed all aspects of the railing division including production, engineering, project management, and sales. More recently, he has focused on new product development to give architects and construction managers safe and beautiful options for their railing projects. He leverages his business acumen to drive operational improvements and market expansion, and believes a positive corporate culture is the key to success.

Prior to his time at Tuttle, Quinn was the President at Western Metal Fabricators.

Bachelor of Science in Business, Xavier University

Project Leadership.

Guiding projects to success through seamless coordination and meticulous planning.

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Dan Fjeldheim
Business Development Manager

Dan has 20 years of experience in the sports construction industry and has served as a Project
Manager and Account Executive. Dan joined Dant Clayton in 2022 and is the company’s primary
contact and liaison for architects and construction managers throughout North America. Dan's
responsibilities also encompass coordinating design and engineering efforts for structural
support, in-bowl seating systems, and integrating railing systems.

Prior to joining Dant Clayton, he worked for Daktronics, a world leader in digital LED display
technology, audio systems, and scoreboard structures. His impressive portfolio includes high-
profile projects for the Toronto Blue Jays, Dallas Cowboys, San Diego State University, Texas
A&M, and University of Texas.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, South Dakota State University

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Adam Zahn, PE
Engineering Manager

Adam B. Zahn, P.E., is a seasoned Structural Engineer and Engineering Manager with 20 years of experience designing and estimating projects from conceptualization to construction documents. Adam collaborates closely with owners, architects, and contractors to craft cost-effective solutions for structural framing and foundations. He actively contributes to product development initiatives, managing the engineering efforts for multiple projects from initial design to final submittal drawings. His skills encompass Technical Sales, Structural Engineering, Project Management, Conceptual Design, Value Engineering, Construction Issue Resolution, Design-Build, and Design-Assist. Notable projects include the Northwestern Welsh Ryan Arena Renovation, Rupp Arena Renovation, Georgetown University Football Stadium, Evansville Ford Center, University of Central Florida Football Stadium, and Iowa Speedway.

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Specialization in Structural Engineering, University of Cincinnati.

American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

Careers at Dant Clayton

Join the Team.

Please check the link below for a list of current openings:

Open Positions at Dant Clayton

For questions about open positions, please contact our Human Resources Department:

PHONE: 800-626-2177 | EMAIL: HR@dantclayton.com