Steve Kotler is a Project Development Manager for Sherwin Williams Performance Coatings Group, covering Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana. With over 30 years of experience in protective coatings specification and sales, Steve specializes in high-performance coatings and asset protection strategies across a broad range of industrial and commercial applications A NACE Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level II #45534), Steve works closely with engineers, owners, and contractors to develop durable, cost-effective coating solutions that extend asset life and reduce lifecycle costs. His expertise spans both capital project development and maintenance (MRO) planning, with a strong focus on protecting critical assets in challenging environments. Steve is passionate about helping stakeholders understand that “Corrosion is Costly—Protection is Priceless.”