DCI also introduced the industry recognized METALWALK® Roof Top Walkway System, designed to improve safety and protect roof surfaces. Today, METALWALK® remains a trusted solution for commercial and industrial buildings nationwide.
Leadership at DCI has grown along with the company: John Fox served as president until 1996, followed by his son, James Fox. The role of vice president, originally held by co founder Jay Woods, is now led by Mark Sparrow.
Design Components Inc

Distribution of metal building accessories since 1978.

Design Components, Inc. (DCI) has been a trusted leader in metal building accessories since 1978. Founded in the early 1970s by Jay Woods and John Fox, DCI grew from a small manufacturer’s rep firm into a respected designer and supplier for the metal building industry.
As roofing needs evolved, DCI helped pioneer advanced roof system technology—including one of the first Standing Seam Roof Systems with automatic seaming. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the company expanded its product line to meet growing demand for roof penetration solutions, offering die formed plastic roof jacks, metal roof curbs, EPDM pipe flashings, and custom fabricated curb systems.
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Meet The Staff

The DCI Team

James Fox

President / Sales & Marketing

James Fox

President / Sales & Marketing
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dci-team-james.webp" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dci-team-james.webp 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dci-team-james-226x300.webp 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>James Fox</h2> President / Sales & Marketing <h3>Biography</h3> President of Design Components Inc., James has been with the company since 1987. He handles HR and Administrative Oversight, Sales, Marketing and all special projects. He enjoys international travel and community volunteer work with his family.

Chris Lafferty

General Manager

Chris Lafferty

General Manager
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-chris.webp" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-chris.webp 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-chris-226x300.webp 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Chris Lafferty</h2> General Manager <h3>Biography</h3> Chris came to Design Components in 2017 with an extensive background in General Contracting and more recently the Restoration industry. In 2020, Chris was moved into a General Manager role for Design Components. Chris and his wife enjoy spending time with their 2 daughters. He also enjoys spending time with friends and playing guitar.

Mark Sparrow

Outside & Inside Sales

Mark Sparrow

Outside & Inside Sales
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mark.webp" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mark.webp 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mark-226x300.webp 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Mark Sparrow</h2> Outside & Inside Sales <h3>Biography</h3> Mark has been with the company since 1987. His primary duties include Estimating, Outside Sales, coordinating Builder Meetings and Trade Shows, CAD detailing and Jobsite Liaison. Mark and his wife enjoy fly fishing, kayaking, attending their place of worship, and of course, chillin’ and grillin’.

Andrew Barnes

Inside Sales & Logistics

Andrew Barnes

Inside Sales & Logistics
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-andrew-1.jpg" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-andrew-1.jpg 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-andrew-1-226x300.jpg 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Andrew Barnes</h2> Inside Sales & Logistics <h3>Biography</h3> Since 2004, Andrew has been an integral part of Estimating, Inside Sales, Inventory Control and Logistics.

Nathan Plaxco

Inside Sales & Estimating

Nathan Plaxco

Inside Sales & Estimating
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-nathan-1.jpg" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-nathan-1.jpg 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-nathan-1-226x300.jpg 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Nathan Plaxco</h2> Inside Sales & Estimating <h3>Biography</h3> Nathan has been with Design Components, Inc., since 1999 and is responsible for Estimating, Inside Sales, Customer Service and CAD detailing. In his spare time, he enjoys staying physically active in outdoor activities like biking, hiking & paddling.

Robbie Nyborg

Sales & Logistics

Robbie Nyborg

Sales & Logistics
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-robbie-1.jpg" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-robbie-1.jpg 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-robbie-1-226x300.jpg 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Robbie Nyborg</h2> Sales & Logistics

Mae Fox

Accounting

Mae Fox

Accounting
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mae-1.jpg" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mae-1.jpg 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-mae-1-226x300.jpg 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Mae Fox</h2> <p>Accounting</p> <h3>Biography</h3> Mae became a part of the Design Components team in 2021. She handles our Accounting, Office Operations, Collections and general document control.

Cody Fox

Marketing & Sales

Cody Fox

Marketing & Sales
<img width="400" height="530" src="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-cody-1.jpg" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-cody-1.jpg 400w, https://designcomponents.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dci-team-cody-1-226x300.jpg 226w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /> Hello i'm <h2>Cody Fox</h2> <p>Marketing & Sales</p> <h3>Biography</h3> Since 2021, Cody has worked with marketing and sales at Design Components. Prior to this, his background was in marketing, graphic design, and videography. In his spare time, he and his wife enjoy spending time with friends, hiking and traveling.
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A Trusted Leader in Metal Building Accessories

Design Components, Inc has been located just south of Atlanta in Fayetteville, GA since 1996. Gross annual sales have grown from $160,000 in 1978 to almost $10 million in 2024. This steady growth can be attributed to quality products and consistent customer service. DCI hopes to expand its products and services through aggressive marketing to contractors and building owners in both commercial and industrial construction.

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