Cypress, Texas, United States, September 2025 – Katherine Rodriguez has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer at TIFCO Industries, a trusted leader in the maintenance and repair operations (MRO) distribution sector. In her new role, Katherine will be responsible for driving the company’s financial strategy, strengthening fiscal governance, and supporting TIFCO’s mission to deliver high-value solutions to its broad client base across sectors like manufacturing, oil and gas, transportation, and public utilities.
Prior to joining TIFCO Industries, Katherine Rodriguez served as Managing Partner at J & K CPA, where she led operations in Sweeny, Texas, and played a key role in supporting small businesses and individual clients with accounting, payroll, and tax services. She has also served as Co-Founder and Partner at J&K CPA, LLC for nearly seven years, overseeing business operations and client services across multiple verticals.
Earlier in her career, she was associated with Briggs & Veselka Co. as a Forensic, Valuation, and Litigation Support Associate for about four years, where she gained extensive experience in financial investigations, valuations, and litigation advisory, contributing to client trust and compliance.
She began her professional journey as a Staff Accountant – Audit at Weinstein Spira & Company, and also served as an Assurance Intern at BMC Software, further building her foundation in public accounting and audit practices. She has also held the position of President at Beta Alpha Psi, demonstrating her early commitment to leadership and excellence in accounting.
About TIFCO Industries
TIFCO Industries has been a premier single-source stocking distributor of high-quality maintenance and repair operation (MRO) products since 1961. With a catalog of over 45,000 carefully selected products, TIFCO serves a diverse client base, including government agencies, manufacturing units, oil and gas firms, construction companies, and service industries. The company’s Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system is a hallmark of its offering, ensuring optimal stock levels, reduced downtime, and minimized carrying costs through real-time monitoring and proactive replenishment. With a nationwide network of trained service representatives, TIFCO stands at the forefront of innovation and customer service in the MRO industry.
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