About us

Relentless innovation since 1999.

OUR WORK TODAY REFLECTS OUR
LEGACY OF INNOVATION.

Driven by a legacy of innovation, GSI provides the highest-quality commercial glass services in the Midwest. Since 1999, we have relentlessly pursued better ways of working: safer, faster, more sustainable, more efficient, and higher quality.

Today, we continue to push our industry forward, while following the core values that have been with us since the beginning: honesty, accountability, relationships, and passion.

of industry experience

Millions

of Dollars Donated to Good Causes
Through the GSI Foundation

projects completed and counting

1^st

Chicago-Area Contractor to Earn
North American Contractor
Certification (NACC)

American Contract Glazier (US Glass Magazine 2023)

The Best

Glass Glazing Company to Work For
(USGlass Magazine, September 2022)

OUR LEADERSHIP

Andy Hill

CEO

Jon Norris

President

Jacob Gurke

CFO

James Scholes

COO

Sean Hill

VP of Sales

TAKING AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO SAFETY.

We take a “Zero Accident” philosophy and maintain the highest PPE standards.
We hold quarterly foreman meetings at GSI’s HQ, focused on safety.
We continually invest in new technologies and best practices to optimize employee well-being.
In recognition of our efforts, GSI received the Captive President’s Award for Outstanding Safety.

LEADING THE INDUSTRY WITH SMART SUSTAINABILITY.

We regularly participate in projects resulting in Platinum, Gold and Silver LEED Certifications.
Our facilities follow lean manufacturing and construction practices—reducing waste, maximizing efficiency, mitigating environmental risks, and continuously improving methods.
We are named a Certified Environmentally Responsible Contractor by Environmental Risk Professionals.
We have established intensive recycling and waste-reduction practices in our day-to-day operations.
If an incident occurs, we take financial responsibility for pollution cleanup.

CREATING A WORKPLACE WHERE PEOPLE COME FIRST.

Our entrepreneurial culture encourages team members to contribute ideas, be creative, learn new skills, and pursue advancement opportunities.
We prioritize safety, investing in new technologies and best practices that put your well-being first.
Our focus on smart sustainability means you can feel good knowing that your work is environmentally responsible.
With the GSI Foundation and other fundraising events, you can make a real difference in the communities we serve.
Everyone can learn new skills and best practices at GSI University, our in-house education program.

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Making an impact with the gsi foundation

Every year, our in-house organization The GSI Foundation sponsors life-saving research, funds essential healthcare, and provides scholarships for tomorrow’s changemakers. To date, we have partnered with leading nonprofit organizations, including Advocate Children’s Hospital, the American Cancer Society, and the American Heart Association, as well as smaller local groups. In addition, our team members regularly participate in charity 5Ks and other events that raise money and awareness.

OUR PARTNERS