Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Cornerstone Building Brands, the premier manufacturer of exterior building solutions in North America, has announced a significant addition to its executive leadership team. Vishal Singh has been appointed as the new President of Windows & Doors, effective January 19. This strategic move reinforces the company’s commitment to streamlining customer experiences and accelerating digital innovation within the residential and commercial building sectors.
Vishal Singh enters the role with over 20 years of high-level experience in the building products industry. His professional history is defined by a consistent ability to drive profitable growth and operational efficiency. Most recently, Singh served as the President of BrassCraft at Masco Corporation, managing global manufacturing and distribution for plumbing products.
His expertise in the window and door segment is particularly well-established. Singh previously served as the President of Milgard Windows, where he was instrumental in deepening relationships with home centers, builders, and dealers. Furthermore, his tenure as President of Architectural Glass at Oldcastle Building Envelope saw him overseeing a massive network of 27 manufacturing facilities, proving his capability in managing complex, large-scale industrial operations.
The appointment comes at a time when Cornerstone Building Brands is heavily focused on digital transformation and customer-centricity. Gunner Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Cornerstone Building Brands, expressed high confidence in Singh’s ability to move the needle.
“Vishal is an outstanding choice to lead our Windows & Doors business,” said Gunner Smith, CEO. “His growth-oriented, customer-first mindset, combined with his experience in operational excellence, will be vital as we continue to make it easier for our partners to do business with us.”
By leveraging Singh’s background in technology integration and supply chain optimization, Cornerstone aims to provide enhanced value to its diverse client base, which ranges from large-scale developers to independent contractors in the Repair & Remodel (R&R) market.
Singh’s leadership is backed by a strong technical and academic foundation. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Sardar Patel University in India and earned his MBA from Case Western Reserve University. His career also includes senior leadership roles at Eaton Corporation, contributing to a well-rounded perspective on global manufacturing standards.
Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. With a workforce of over 18,800 employees, the company maintains a massive national footprint. Their industry-leading portfolio includes:
With this new leadership in place, the company is poised to strengthen its position as a market leader in the North American construction landscape.
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