Ed DeAngelis is the Founder and CEO of EDA Contractors, a leading exterior envelope contractor recognized as one of the top workplaces in the region for six consecutive years by The Philadelphia Inquirer and honored multiple times by NJ.com and USA Today. Since launching the company in 1999—after 11 formative years at Belcher Roofing Corporation—Ed has built EDA into one of the most respected firms in commercial, institutional, and industrial construction.

Under Ed’s leadership, EDA Contractors has expanded from a roofing-only business into a full-service exterior envelope specialist, providing architectural wall panels, roofing, masonry, waterproofing, air/vapor barriers, green roofing systems, historical restoration, and specialty components. The company stands behind its work with the industry-leading EDA Envelope Warranty, a 10-year watertight guarantee that reflects its uncompromising standards for quality, precision, and accountability.

Beyond technical excellence, Ed has shaped EDA into a people-first organization committed to the personal and professional growth of every team member. His focus on mental health, emotional intelligence, physical well-being, and psychological safety has created a culture known for its humanity, empowerment, and high performance. Ed believes that great companies are built by great people—and that leadership is measured by the positive impact made on employees, partners, clients, and communities.

Throughout his career, Ed has been recognized for both professional excellence and philanthropic leadership, including:

• 2017 Turnings Points “Person of the Year”

• 2018 Top Leadership Award – Mid-Size Company (Philly.com)

• 2019 Top Company Direction Award – Philadelphia Inquirer

• 2020 Top Leadership Award – Philadelphia Inquirer

A graduate of Saint Joseph’s University with a B.S. in Business Management, Ed brings a blend of grit, generosity, and long-term vision to everything he builds. From his early days delivering newspapers at age 11 to leading a multi-state, 450-person organization, Ed’s journey embodies resilience, discipline, and a commitment to bettering both the industry and the people within it.