Traton Homes Welcomes Mike Ruland as Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

Traton Homes, one of metro Atlanta’s longest-standing and most respected home builders, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Ruland as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Ruland brings nearly four decades of experience in the new homes industry to his new role, where he will oversee the strategic planning, direction and execution of sales and marketing initiatives to achieve the company’s revenue and market share objectives.

“Mike brings a strong track record of leadership and results,” said Chris Poston, Chief Operating Officer of Traton Homes. “He’s known for his deep industry knowledge and steady, thoughtful approach, qualities that will serve us well as we continue to grow in metro Atlanta.”

Throughout his career, Ruland has served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at four different home builders, most recently with Sharp Residential and Toll Brothers. He has earned a reputation for developing high-performing teams, driving consistent sales success and introducing innovative ideas shaped by his experience in both private and public builder environments.

“I am honored to join Traton Homes, a company with such a strong legacy and reputation for quality,” said Ruland. “I look forward to contributing to the company’s continued growth while building on its commitment to delivering outstanding homes and experiences for today’s homebuyers.”

Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Marietta, Traton Homes is a family-owned builder with a legacy of more than 50 years. The company builds a diverse portfolio of single-family homes, townhomes, and active adult 55+ communities throughout metro Atlanta and Florida’s Gulf Coast. Traton has been honored as Best Builder in Cobb County for the past five years in a row and is a nine-time recipient of the Guildmaster Award for Customer Service Excellence.

For more information about Traton Homes, visit www.TratonHomes.com.