Grand Prairie, TX — February 4, 2026 — Lone Star Communications today announced the upcoming retirement of Dan Hiett following nearly 33 years of service, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history.
Throughout his tenure, Dan has played a pivotal role in shaping Lone Star Communications into the people‑centered, employee‑owned organization it is today. His leadership has influenced every stage of the company’s growth, strengthening its operations, nurturing a strong culture, and developing leaders across the organization.
A defining chapter of Dan’s legacy is Lone Star’s transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which reinforces Lone Star’s long‑term commitment to putting people first, preserving independence, and ensuring that the value created by the business benefits the employees who help build it every day. Dan was a strong advocate for shared ownership to align purpose, accountability, and long‑term sustainability.
“Lone Star has been my professional home for more than three decades, and I’m incredibly grateful for the people, partnerships, and opportunities that shaped my journey,” said Dan Hiett.
Under Dan’s leadership, Lone Star’s ESOP became more than a financial structure—it became a cultural commitment. By empowering employee‑owners and investing in leadership development, the company established a model that supports continuity, resilience, and shared success across generations.
Dan’s legacy is especially visible in the depth of leadership talent across the company today. As a steward of Lone Star’s Evergreen philosophy, he was instrumental in mentoring the next generation of leaders and ensuring continuity of purpose, values, and culture.
“Dan’s impact on Lone Star cannot be overstated,” said Ray Bailey, Chief Executive Officer. “He helped build the foundation that allows our people and our business to thrive. His belief in employee ownership and doing things the right way—always with people first—has left a lasting mark on this organization.”
About Lone Star Communications, Inc.
Lone Star Communications, Inc. (LSC) is improving the lives and safety of millions of people in the healthcare, education, and commercial industries. Since its inception in 1991, Founder Raymond Bailey has been steadfast in building a dynamic, multi‑award‑winning team with a diverse group of people who share a vision to better leverage technology to improve lives. As a top Rauland distributor in the nation, LSC continues to leverage partnerships and acquisitions to grow the business geographically and organically while remaining committed to building lifetime customers and delivering the right product, on time, first time—no exceptions.
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