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180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with PacTrust and the resulting hire of their new Controller! Pacific Realty Associates, L.P. (“PacTrust”) is a fully integrated real estate development and investment firm based in Portland, Oregon. PacTrust has been active in commercial real estate for more than 50 years and is among the largest real estate developers and investment property owners in the Pacific Northwest. The Firm’s real estate portfolio consists of industrial, industrial/flex, office, retail, hospitality, and agricultural properties, with assets in the Pacific Northwest, California, Texas, and Maryland. Congratulations to PacTrust and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with Les Schwab and the resulting hire of their new Director of Training & Development! Founded in 1952 by Les Schwab, this organization has grown into one of the largest independent tire retailers in the US, with over 530 locations and more than 8,000 employees, and is a top service provider, having won the 2021 Customer Satisfaction award in our category by JD Power. Les Schwab continues to grow and innovate in both products and services, including through new store openings and geographic expansion.  Congratulations to Les Schwab and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with The Papé Group and the resulting hire of their new Director of Finance, Credit and Collections With roots dating back to 1938, The Papé Group is the West’s leading supplier of capital equipment solutions. Today, we operate across nine states with over 4,000 team members, proudly representing premier brands including John Deere, Kenworth, Hyster, Ditch Witch, and more. What sets Papé apart is our commitment to long-term relationships, both with customers and employees. As a fourth-generation, family-led business, we believe in the value of a handshake, the importance of service, and the impact of leadership that stays close to the work. Congratulations to The Papé Group and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

180one is pleased to announce our recent partnership with The Papé Group and the resulting hire of their new President of Agriculture & Turf With roots dating back to 1938, The Papé Group is the West’s leading supplier of capital equipment solutions. Today, we operate across nine states with over 4,000 team members, proudly representing premier brands including John Deere, Kenworth, Hyster, Ditch Witch, and more. What sets Papé apart is our commitment to long-term relationships, both with customers and employees. As a fourth-generation, family-led business, we believe in the value of a handshake, the importance of service, and the impact of leadership that stays close to the work. Established in 2012, Papé Machinery Ag & Turf brings together several leading John Deere dealerships into one integrated platform serving the agricultural and turf markets. With locations across Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, Idaho, and Hawaii, PMAT supports farmers, ranchers, and landowners with equipment sales, service, parts, and financing solutions. The business continues to grow in scale and complexity, and Papé remains committed to strengthening its operational foundation while remaining closely connected to the customers and communities it serves. Congratulations to The Papé Group and the 180one Search Team on a successful executive placement!

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!