S arah Humphreys Atkins is an American billionaire heiress to the Tamko Building Products fortune. The company, a major manufacturer of roofing shingles and building materials, was founded by her grandfather, E.L. Craig, in 1944 in Joplin, Missouri. Tamko has remained a privately held, family-owned business for generations, growing into one of the largest players in the U.S. roofing industry.
Sarah and her brother, David Humphreys, control the majority of the company. She serves on Tamko's board of directors, helping to oversee its long-term strategy. The family sold a minority stake to the private equity firm Carlyle Group in 2019, valuing the company at over $1 billion. Atkins is also involved in philanthropy and civic organizations, maintaining a residence in Virginia. Her husband, Paul Atkins, is a former SEC commissioner.
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Sarah Humphreys Atkins is an American businesswoman and billionaire, an heiress to the Tamko roofing fortune. Her grandfather, E. L. Craig, started the company in 1944. Today, Tamko is the fourth-largest manufacturer of roofing shingles in the United States, reporting $1.2 billion in 2023 revenue.
The family sold a 25% stake in the business to the Carlyle Group in 2019. She and her brother David split the remaining 75% of the business.
Sarah Humphreys Atkins’ role is focused on the stewardship and governance of the family’s massive, privately held manufacturing assets. Tamko’s core business provides essential materials for the U.S. homebuilding and construction industry.
She is a member of Tamko's board of directors, alongside her husband, Paul Atkins, who is a former SEC commissioner. Her wealth is secured by the consistent performance and long-term profitability of the large-scale industrial manufacturing company.
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Grandfather E. L. Craig starts Tamko.
Family sells a 25% stake to the Carlyle Group.
Serves on Tamko's board of directors.
Sarah Humphreys Atkins' wealth is concentrated in her stake in the private manufacturing giant, Tamko.
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