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Our Leadership

Minority-Owned · Three Generations · 30+ Years of Family Craft

A minority-owned business with over 30 years of experience — leadership that ensures each project is completed to the highest of standards.

For over 50 years, the Martel family has offered the highest level of large-scale custom glass and aluminum installation to general contractors throughout the Southeast. Founded in 2004, A-1 Glass & Aluminum continues that legacy — pairing three generations of field knowledge with modern operations leadership.

The Team

Ownership & Executive Leadership

Jason Martel, President, Founder and Co-Owner of A-1 Glass & Aluminum

Jason Martel

President · Founder · Co-Owner

Jason Martel is an entrepreneur, philanthropist and the president and founder of A‑1 Glass & Aluminum. A third‑generation business owner, Jason founded A‑1 Glass & Aluminum in 2004, continuing his family's legacy in the commercial glass industry.

Jason gained hands‑on experience fabricating aluminum framing and overseeing multiple jobs for his grandfather, father and uncle — the driving force behind the creation and growth of A‑1 Glass & Aluminum.

Ricky Urbach, CEO and Co-Owner of A-1 Glass & Aluminum

Ricky Urbach

CEO · Co-Owner

As Chief Executive Officer of A‑1 Glass & Aluminum, Ricky successfully leads day‑to‑day operations, establishing the company as one of the leading glazing subcontractors in the Southeast.

In partnership with company ownership, Ricky has ensured quality, innovation and customer satisfaction, achieving record-level growth. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Western Governors University and lives in Mooresville, N.C. with his wife and two young sons.

Walter Baucom, Co-Owner of A-1 Glass & Aluminum

Walter Baucom

Co-Owner

Walter David Baucom III is a second‑generation Charlottean, entrepreneur and community leader — senior vice president of MAL Entertainment, CEO of Baucom Group & Associates, co‑owner of Arrow Glazing and Fabrication, president of Barman Control, Inc. and co‑owner of Tobacco Tags.

A proud member of the Lumbee Tribe, Walter serves on the Metrolina Native American Association board and represents the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs — advancing opportunities for Native Americans and underserved communities.

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Certified Minority Business Enterprise

A-1 Glass & Aluminum is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). We have established an MBE plan to promote increased opportunities for minority-owned business participation, and it is our mission to utilize minority-owned businesses on all projects — including those that do not have specific goals established.

Credentials

Certified. Bonded. Insured.

MBE Certified

Minority Business Enterprise

NGA Member

National Glass Association

OSHA 30 Compliant

Certified Installer Workforce

Glass Magazine Top 50

Top 50 Glaziers Recognition