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ABOUT US

DRG provides essential services and temporary facilities with full-service planning, state of the art equipment, and experienced management. Our field teams of first responders, emergency response workers, utility professionals, tradespeople, and veterans are as nimble as they are scalable. We combine proven systems and operational expertise with a people-centered approach to deliver exceptional results, no matter the complexity of the project.

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OUR HISTORY

At DRG, our commitment to service provides the foundation on which we are built. We strive every day to provide the best possible solutions for the businesses and communities that rely on us. And we challenge ourselves to make each solution better than the last.

2026

UPDATING OUR BRAND

A refreshed brand logo and an all-new website reflect our expanded services and vision, as well as our future-forward positioning.

2021

ADDING DAMAGE ASSESSMENT SERVICES

Launched Damage Assessment services for the electric utility industry, utilizing first responders and employees with direct utility experience.

2020

INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE

With the support of Dobbs Management Service LLC, we invested more in our team and assets to enable an even better and robust service offering.

2014

NEW LIFE AS DRG

DRG officially launched with the singular mission to be the most dependable support partner for utility companies in the face of disaster.

2004

CATERING CAJUN

Born out of catering support during disasters, we identified the need for turnkey mass care services including sheltering, sanitation, and hygiene.

LEADERSHIP

Our executive team brings together hundreds of years of collective experience across logistics, operations, and emergency response.

Wayne Stabiler, Founder & CEO
Wayne Stabiler
Founder & CEO
Wayne leads DRG with 40+ years in restaurant, catering, and emergency response experience. Since establishing Catering Cajun LLC in 1990, he has been a key provider of critical support during Gulf Coast disasters. He founded DRG in 2014 to provide essential services and temporary facilities delivered by professionals ready for any challenge.
David Dent, VP, Damage Assessment
David Dent
VP of Damage Assessment
David leverages an Electrical Engineering degree from Mississippi State and 30 years of utility industry experience to lead DRG’s damage assessment teams. David is adept at translating technical data into actionable restoration paths, ensuring every assessment is conducted with absolute precision and clarity.
Billy Landreneau, VP, Finance & IT
Billy Landreneau
VP of Finance & IT
Billy is a CPA with 20 years of experience in Big 4 public accounting and corporate finance. Holding a master’s in accounting from LSU, he directs DRG’s financial and IT infrastructure. His analytical rigor and diligence provide the essential fiscal oversight and digital resilience required for complex disaster response.
Carol Meyer, VP, HR & Talent
Carol Meyer
VP of Talent
Carol leads DRG’s talent with 40 years of experience in HR strategy and resource acquisition. A dual-certified Senior Professional (SHRM-SCP and SPHR), she specializes in instructional design and performance consulting. Carol provides the strategic direction needed to build and sustain DRG’s elite response teams.
Michael Willems, VP, Logistics Operations
Michael Willems
VP of Logistics Operations
A veteran Incident Commander, Michael offers 30 years of utility restoration expertise. Having managed logistics in 85+ major events, including the Hurricane Maria recovery in Puerto Rico, he specializes in synchronizing multi-agency efforts. He brings a disciplined, mission-first focus to high-stakes logistical environments.
Amanda Young, VP, Planning
Amanda Young
VP of Planning
Amanda oversees DRG’s strategic planning with 25+ years in emergency preparedness; 20 of those years in the utility industry. She has navigated over 75 incident responses and specialized in cost recovery and technology solutions. She holds an MBA and professional certificates in project and process management.
DRG executive team at company headquarters
Incident Command team at DRG Headquarters  
 

2016

LOGISTIC SERVICES

16

Base camps activated

8K

People slept

146,389

Meals served

90

Site operational days

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OUR VALUES

We don’t just pull off logistical feats—we do so in a way we can stand behind. We’re calm under pressure, driven by our values, and fueled by loyalty to the community. That’s why we’re the ones people call when it really matters.

Trust

In high-stakes environments, there’s no time for spin. DRG shows up with honesty, humility, and a relentless commitment to doing the job right. We earn trust by being dependable, transparent, and consistent—from deployment to the final day.

Humanity

We meet people where they are—with empathy, respect, and a hands-on mindset. Our team is made up of real people who’ve walked the walk—first responders, veterans, trade professionals—and that shared experience shows in everything we do.

Preparation

Chaos doesn’t rattle us. We’ve built systems, developed tools, and recruited people who thrive under pressure. With a deep bench of talent and scalable infrastructure, we’re always ready to jump in, adjust fast, and lead the way.

Accountability

We don’t make promises we can’t keep. DRG believes in radical transparency—from pricing to performance. We say what we mean and do what we say, even when it’s hard. Because that’s how long-term partnerships are built.