BETTER FIRE PROTECTION
OUR TEAM

Robert Irving
President
Buck Minor
Vice President of Operations
Troy Gouveia
Vice President of Engineering & Project Management
Matt Doty
Service Manager
Ryan Young
Service Operations
Ben Hudson
Sales/Estimating
Cameron Creel
Sales/Estimating
Asa Morgan
Design/Safety
Allie Minor
Accounting Manager
Jenifer Randall
Accounting
President
Robert Irving
Robert is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a BS and MS. Robert is an experienced construction professional that is adept in International Building Codes, NFPA, and value engineering alternatives.
Robert and his team have completed projects across an array of sectors including but not limited to the following: Hospitals, multifamily, warehouses, data centers, manufacturing, chemical research, chemical facilities, industrial power plants, cotton storage facilities, general storage facilities, light commercial, office space, airports/hangars, big-box retail, freezer warehouses, complex remodels (mainly on TAMU campus), schools, higher education, residential homes, nursing homes, dorms, and much more!
Robert has a passion for problem-solving and innovative thinking. Robert has extensive experience in running and building high performing teams while managing all facets of business development. In his spare time he enjoys exercising, reading and being outdoors.

Vice President of Operations
Buck Minor
Buck is a College Station native and lifelong fire protection advocate. Buck started his journey in Fire Protection as a helper in the late ’90s and has progressed his way through the industry over time. Buck is partners in Better Fire Protection and leads the operational strategy through the business. Buck is known for his customer service, loyalty to his men, and unmatched dedication. Outside of work, Buck enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids and being outdoors.

Vice President of Engineering & Project Management
Troy Gouveia
Troy has been involved in the fire protection & life safety industry for over 7 years and is focused on creating a safer place for the world to live in as well as growing & developing BTR fire protections brand. Aside from life safety Troy is a true construction specialist and has experience in the design of HVAC & process piping systems for specialty lab construction.

Service Manager
Matt Doty
Matt is originally from the Brazos Valley and has always been a great salesman. Matt joined Better Fire Protection after leaving an equipment rental company and quickly rose his way to the top with his exceptional dedication and work ethic. Matt leads the service department with a customer focus and code compliant dedication.