The tool industry supplies necessary equipment to businesses and individuals. Tools and machines are used throughout the manufacturing process to deliver inventory as either work in process or a finished product to suppliers. There are numerous tool companies in the United States. Most of these companies are based in the midwest region. The tool industry as a whole distributes a large portion of its products on an international basis. These tool companies are headed by an impressive group of executives. Here are the top five.
- President and Chief Financial Officer of Stanley Black & Decker
Donald Allan, Jr. started with Stanley Black & Decker in 2000 as the Director of Financial Planning. Mr. Allan served Stanley in many positions throughout his time with the company until 2021 when he was promoted to President. Mr. Allan has been a driving force in updating Stanley’s business including acquiring various entities to add as necessary components to Stanley’s business. He is also heavily involved in Stanley’s global operations, outdoor products and information technology.
- President of Atlas Tool Works
Atlas Tool Works is a family-owned business and the current President of the company is Zach Mottl. Mr. Mottl is part of the fourth generation ownership of Atlas. As President, Mr. Mottl is working to expand the business by increasing its customer base and offering additional product lines to existing customers. Mr. Mottl is also committed to improving company operations at Atlas and its two related companies, Accushim Inc. and Abet Industries.
- President of Wheeler Machinery
In 2018, Wheeler Machinery promoted Byran Campbell to President of the company. Mr. Campbell began working for Wheeler in 2002 in the warehouse. Mr. Campbell gained experience in all facets of the business during his time at the company. Mr. Campbell started as a worker in the warehouse getting parts for orders, then moved to sales and service-related positions. Before his promotion, Mr. Wheeler served as Vice President of Product Support. Mr. Wheeler is focused on employee engagement at the company as well as excellent service for its customers.
- Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Chief People Officer of MSC Industrial Supply
Beth Bledsoe started working at MSC Industrial Supply in 2015. Ms. Bledsoe currently oversees the Human Resources department at the company. Ms. Bledsoe has a focus on recruiting qualified individuals to work for the company and then retaining good workers. To make the company an attractive place for employees, Ms. Bledsoe focuses on making sure employees have a voice and promoting an inclusive environment. Ms. Bledsoe also seeks to expand the company’s workforce diversity to reap the benefits of having a staff with many different backgrounds. She has also worked on various initiatives within the company including legal, marketing and strategy.
- Chief Executive Officer of Monroe Engineering
Named Entrepreneur of the Year in 2020, Garrett Morelock has been with Monroe Engineering since 1999. Mr. Morelock focuses on expanding the business through mergers and acquisitions. During his time at Monroe, Mr. Morelock has sought to increase the company’s distribution capacity and presence in global markets as a manufacturer. He prefers to run the business as though it is just getting off the ground requiring adaptability in decision making and maximizing growth potential. Mr. Monroe promotes a corporate culture that makes employees feel like family.
The tool industry provides a variety of products to manufacturers and is an integral partner for the production of goods. Tool companies offer specialized machines to their customers to improve the customer’s manufacturing process. Being an executive for a tool company requires specialized knowledge of the specific products the company is offering and the process in which they will be used. In addition, a tool company executive must be familiar with all standard aspects of corporate governance to be successful. These tool company executives have shown they are leaders in the industry and are prepared for taking their companies into the future.
