Who we are
Started by founders who have spent careers experiencing the impact of customer service on success, Space City Distribution understands that bringing genuine passion and commitment to our customer’s execution goals leads to positive results for all. The benchmark for our success is directly correlated with the accomplishments of our customers and supply partners. Our dedication is based in the firm belief that devoting our efforts to servicing our customer with innovative solutions and ideal communication, we are able to help them attain remarkable achievements. While our customers press the boundaries of the cosmos, we remain focused on providing Service that is Out of this World!
Ronnie Ruzicka
President
Ronnie Ruzicka
Ronnie Ruzicka is experienced in all aspects of the piping industry. He began his career with an industry leading flange manufacturer gaining valuable on the job experience while building his credentials as an inspector, eventually becoming certified in NDE Level III Phased Array UT, UT, MT, and PT. After years of supporting expanding manufacturing capabilities, Mr. Ruzicka transitioned to leading quality and operations teams for the world most complex valve assemblies bringing operational excellence and positive culture impact. This combination of experiences led Ronnie back into the manufacturing world where he helped transform a precision machining company with state-of-the-art robotics and equipment. Successfully conquering these disciplines, he found his way to the distribution end of the piping supply chain. Utilizing all the tools acquired over a career in the PVF world, Ronnie now delivers technically knowledgeable value to his customers helping them succeed through consultation, honesty and no-excuses execution.
Ryan Johnson
ChIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Ryan Johnson
Ryan has dedicated his career to supply chain management. He began his professional life in grocery and construction management before embarking on a near decade of service in numerous facets of supply chain for the prime Space Shuttle contractor outside the Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX. From supporting space walk (EVA) training to shuttle simulators and payload supplies, Ryan was exposed to the complete scope and unique challenges of government procurement and materials management. As the space program transitioned to private industry so did Mr. Johnson. Ryan became the catalyst for growth of an international supply company and propelled the organization via business development and execution management that increased sales by multiples. During this of tenure, Mr. Johnson traveled to scores of countries on five continents and gained valuable experience in diverse supply chain challenges and execution. After decades of preparation, Ryan launched Space City Distribution to support the stars of industry with Service that is Out of this World!
Associations:
Institute for Supply Management (ISM-Houston) Executive Board of Directors - President