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180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with VSG and the resulting hire of their Vice President of Sales & Marketing Dover’s Vehicle Service Group (VSG), is the global leader in designing and manufacturing vehicle service, collision and automotive OEM equipment. It is one of the founding companies of Dover Corporation, an eight billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. VSG consists of fifteen leading vehicle lifting brands (Rotary, Forward, Blitz, Ravaglioli etc.), collision repair (Chief), wheel services, diagnostics (Butler, Rotary, Chief and Ravaglioli) and tier-one automotive brands (WARN Automotive) with operations worldwide, including regional business operation centers and large manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Congratulations to VSG and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with SawStop and the resulting hire of their Director of Supply Chain! SawStop is a leader in premium table saws and accessories, known for its patented Active Injury Mitigation (AIM) technology, which stops a blade in under 5 milliseconds to prevent serious injury. Founded in 2000 by patent attorneys with science and engineering backgrounds, SawStop has over 200,000 saws in use and more than 100 U.S. and international patents. In 2017, SawStop was acquired by Germany’s TTS Tooltechnic Systems, parent of Festool, enabling continued growth, innovation, and a shared commitment to precision, safety, and industry-leading quality. Congratulations to SawStop and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Oregon Tool and the resulting hire of their Chief Financial Officer! Founded in 1947, Oregon Tool, Inc. has grown from a basement in Portland, Oregon, to a global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of precision cutting tools, equipment, and accessories for consumers and professionals in more than 110 countries with 3200 team members. Building off the pioneering spirit of its founder, Joseph Buford Cox, Oregon Tool has transformed the cutting industry and has become the world’s #1 manufacturer of saw chain and guide bars for chainsaws and diamond saw chain for concrete and pipe, a leading manufacturer of agricultural tractor attachments, and the leading OEM supplier of first-fit and replacement parts. Its products are sold into the aftermarket through multiple channels, including distributors, dealers, mass merchants, and e-commerce, as well as to original equipment manufacturers for “first fit” use on new equipment. Since its founding in the 1940s, Oregon Tool has grown from a family business into a multinational organization. Congratulations to Oregon Tool and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Pike Street Capital and the successful placement of a new Board Member for Superior Duct Fabrication, a Pike Street portfolio company! Superior Duct Fabrication is a leading provider of commercial and industrial HVAC duct systems, known for its high-quality fabrication, reliability, and customer service. The company serves a wide range of industries, delivering complex ductwork solutions with precision and speed. Pike Street Capital, a Seattle-based private equity firm focused on industrial growth companies, acquired Superior Duct Fabrication as part of its strategy to invest in scalable, high-performing manufacturing businesses. Pike Street partners with management teams to accelerate growth and build long-term value through operational improvements and strategic leadership. As part of this effort, Pike Street Capital partnered with 180one to recruit a new board member to help guide Superior Duct’s continued expansion and success. Congratulations to Pike Street Capital, Superior Duct Fabrication, and the 180one Search Team on a successful board placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Impel and the resulting hire of their Corporate Development Manager! About the Company Impel is a family of companies that offer comprehensive flow management solutions in partnership with each other and the best manufacturers in the world. Each of Impels branches represent individual brand cultures and span the West Coast. Impel serves customers in water, wastewater, agriculture, industrial, manufacturing, energy and mining. Impel was founded in 2021 with a vision to build a “one-stop shop” to serve municipal and industrial fluid management needs by acquiring complementary capabilities in contiguous geographies. The platform launched with the first acquisition of PumpTech , a premier distributor of high-quality pumping products and systems serving the Pacific Northwest. Subsequent acquisitions have grown Impel to over ten fluid management companies throughout the US. Impel is backed by Pike Street Capital , a private equity firm based in Seattle, WA. Recently, Pike Street successfully raised capital to fund additional acquisitions. Impel is actively pursuing growth opportunities and remains focused on acquiring and partnering with family-owned and operated companies in the sector. Congratulations to Impel and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Forest City Trading Group and the successful placement of a new Assistant General Counsel! With roots going back to the 1960’s, Forest City Trading Group (FCTG) , may have started as a small lumber yard run by two immigrant brothers, but has since grown into North America’s largest wholesale lumber product distributor. FCTG facilitates the distribution of products across 6 continents through our network of 12 operating companies and over 800 employees. The company’s impact is far-reaching, especially when considering that one in every ten houses today is built using products sourced and sold by our operating companies. As proponents of forest sustainability, FCTG actively supports suppliers who use sustainable forest management practices that promote forest sustainability and result in long-term environmental, social, and economic benefits. Congratulations to FCTG and the 180one Search Team on a successful placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with A-dec and the resulting hire of their SVP of Manufacturing! ABOUT THE COMPANY A-dec is the premium leader in the dental equipment industry designing and manufacturing products that span dental chairs, lights, handpieces, furniture, air management, infection control and delivery systems found in dental offices and operatories. With over 1300 employees, and headquartered in Newberg, Oregon, A-dec’s familial culture and values have been attributed to their commitment to the Newberg community and its employees through various investments and programs. Congratulations to A-dec and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Skutt and the resulting placement of their new Chief Executive Officer! Based in Portland, Oregon, Skutt is the leading manufacturer of kilns and pottery wheels in North America. With the help of over 85 employees, Skutt is committed to building the highest quality products serving schools, hobby and production potters. Skutt ensures the highest level of product quality by investing in its people, equipment and lean manufacturing processes. Skutt firmly believes that happy employees translate into happy customers. Many of Skutt’s team members have been with the company for over 10 years. The equipment used to make heating elements, transform bricks, and build controllers leads the industry in innovation and performance. Skutt knows that great equipment translates into fewer problems and happy customers. Skutt is always striving to give customers more value and better quality which is why all team members (office and plant) have been trained in lean manufacturing practices. Congratulations to Skutt and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Lease Crutcher Lewis and the resulting hire of their VP of People Services! ABOUT THE COMPANY Every Decision. Every Detail. Every Day. Locally owned since 1886, Lease Crutcher Lewis is a commercial construction company committed to making a positive impact for their clients and the community they build in. At Lewis, where every employee is an owner, their people are empowered to make decisions – big and small – to meet the goals of their clients. They understand that in construction even the smallest of details affect the integrity of the work and the safety of their sites. That’s why their teams are tenacious when it comes to getting it right, day in and day out, to deliver quality buildings that stand the test of time. With personal fulfillment as one of their six core values, Lewis has a collaborative and supportive culture committed to the success and development of their people. A few notable projects which highlight their expertise in delivering high-quality, innovative projects for their clients include: The Rainier Square Tower in downtown Seattle; the Oregon Zoo Elephant Lands and the Cedarbrook Lodge . Congratulations to Lease Crutcher Lewis and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Columbia Distributing and the resulting placement of their new Chief People Officer! In 2008, Columbia Distributing, Mt. Hood Beverage, and Gold River Distributing united to form Columbia Distributing as we know it today. With this merger and the 2018 acquisitions of Marine View Beverage and General Distributors, Inc., our company is now one of the Top 5 largest beer/wine distributors in the US. Size is not our only distinction, however, as Columbia Distributing boasts an extensive selection of beverages, including craft beer, wine and spirits. Columbia Distributing’s success lies in the teamwork of the roughly 3,000 employees spread throughout 27 locations in Oregon and Washington, who every day come together to execute on a common vision. Congratulations to Columbia Distributing, and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Oregon Food Bank and the successful placement of a new Director of Finance! Oregon Food Bank is a regional nonprofit working to end hunger and its root causes across Oregon and Southwest Washington. They believe that no one should be hungry, that food and health are basic human rights for all. Hunger is more than an individual challenge; it’s a symptom of deeper, systemic barriers to employment, education, housing, and healthcare. That’s why OFB takes a comprehensive approach: connecting people to nutritious food while building community power and strengthening the systems needed to eliminate hunger for good. Congratulations to Oregon Food Bank and the 180one Search Team on a successful placement!