Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems, announced the hiring of Rich Gillespie as Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Gillespie joins Panther’s executive team to play a lead role in managing corporate relationships and worldwide sales for the Washington-based software and engineering company. His role includes streamlining and improving Panther’s sales channel. His effort is part of an ambitious strategy to build on 25 years of Panther service and innovation.
“Rich is a veteran sales manager and exceptional leader,” said Larry Foltz, President and CEO of Panther Systems. “He is personable, intelligent, hardworking and the right person to develop our relationships with our customers’ leadership. He is prepared to direct Panther’s sales and marketing efforts in North America and beyond.”
Rich earned a Master of Science (MS) in Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern University. Gillespie is returning to his hometown of Vancouver, Washington, where Panther is headquartered.
Rich and his wife are raising five children and are dedicated volunteers in their church and community.
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp, paper and nonwovens experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence and process control solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful software tools, used in pulp, paper and nonwovens manufacturing to manage orders, production, quality and communication. Panther QCS includes advanced machine-direction and cross-direction quality control and automation solutions. The company offers TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer to record, query and analyze data from manufacturing execution systems, continuous process variables, scanners, vision systems, discrete lab test data and relational databases. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems, announced the hiring of Nick Mace as Junior Process Control Specialist.
Mace joins Panther’s Professional Services team of engineers and technicians, which designs, installs and services quality control systems and other paper machine instrumentation and automation, including inline scanners, gauges, controllers and interfaces.
“We’re looking forward to what Nick Mace will bring to Professional Services at Panther,” said Ron Allworth, Professional Services Manager. “Nick is knowledgeable, and he understands the priorities of our customers.”
Nick graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Bioresource Science and Engineering and was part of the school’s paper-making program. He brings his experience of working Norpac’s paper mill in Longview, Washington, where he troubleshooted computer programs, supported mill trials and calibrated and tested gauges and sensors. Mace is based at Panther’s headquarters in Vancouver, Washington.
A native of Washington state, Mace was literally born into the pulp and paper industry. Nick’s mother is a process engineer at Nippon Dynawave Packaging, a liquid packaging board mill in Longview, Washington. His brother is a clarifier operator, and other members of his family are employed in pulp and paper.
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp and paper experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful purpose-specific software tools, used throughout the pulp and paper industry to manage orders and track products from office to mill floor to loading dock. The company’s other offerings include TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer for paper laboratories, Panther QCS and Panther Dashboards. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems, announced the hiring of Ron Allworth as Manager of Professional Services.
Allworth oversees a team of engineers and technicians, which designs, installs and services quality control systems and other machine automation, including inline scanners, gauges, controllers and interfaces.
Ron is an a veteran engineer with decades of experience in electrical and mechanical engineering and extensive experience with machine controls, human-machine interfaces and quality control systems. He is based at Panther’s headquarters in Vancouver, Washington and manages projects wherever customers need Panther Professional Services. Allworth is no stranger to Panther. He worked many years at Panther and continued to contribute to the company’s success as a contractor before returning as a permanent team member in 2017.
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp and paper experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful purpose-specific software tools, used throughout the pulp and paper industry to manage orders and track products from office to mill floor to loading dock. The company’s other offerings include TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer for paper laboratories, Panther QCS and Panther Dashboards. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems, announced the hiring of Damon Henry as Information Technology Manager.
Henry is a veteran IT professional with more than 20 years of experience in systems engineering at Xerox, ACS/Lockheed Martin, Nike and HTG. Now, Damon will manage IT for Panther internally in addition to Panther solutions, involving specialized IT infrastructure.
He has a degree in electronics engineering technology. He works at Panther’s headquarters in Vancouver, Washington. Damon calls Vancouver home, where he and his wife Lisa have raised four children. He plays basketball and builds electric vehicles in his spare time.
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp and paper experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful purpose-specific software tools, used throughout the pulp and paper industry to manage orders and track products from office to mill floor to loading dock. The company’s other offerings include TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer for paper laboratories, Panther QCS and Panther Dashboards. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems, announced the hiring of Dante Salvati as Senior Software Engineer.
Salvati is an experienced software developer and project manager with 18 years of experience at companies like Huron, that deliver large, specialized database solutions to companies and industry. Dante now develops a variety of database and business intelligence technologies as a valued member of the software engineering team Panther. He has a degree in electronics engineering technology. He works at Panther’s headquarters in Vancouver, Washington.
Salvati has a Bachelor of Science in accounting from Pacific University’s College of Business. He calls Portland, Oregon home.
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp and paper experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful purpose-specific software tools, used throughout the pulp and paper industry to manage orders and track products from office to mill floor to loading dock. The company’s other offerings include TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer for paper laboratories, Panther QCS and Panther Dashboards. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Vancouver, WA – Panther Systems, the manufacturing intelligence solutions and quality control systems market leader announced the hiring of Dan Schott as Sales and Marketing Specialist.
Schott is a former director of marketing and key account manager with more than 25 years of experience in sales, account services and marketing.
He has worked extensively with manufacturers, ranging from firearms and military equipment to the automotive industry. Dan will develop Panther Systems’ sales strategy, oversee marketing communication and serve customers in the field.
“Panther Systems has pioneered and perfected software and quality control systems for more than 20 years,” stated Schott. “Everyone who works with our company experiences an uncommon level of knowhow and dedication. I’m fortunate to join a family of talented engineers, programmers and support experts, who remain focused on the efficiency and success of paper mills everywhere.” He is based at Panther’s headquarters in Vancouver, Washington and serves customers worldwide.
“Adding Dan to our Sales and Marketing team is exactly who and what we need now and in the years ahead,” said Larry Foltz, Panther Systems CEO. “We have ambitious plans, and Dan’s ability to align vision with message and sales expands our possibilities to remain capable of delivering innovative ideas and solutions that inspire and provide value to our customers.”
Established in 1993, Panther Systems is heralded by pulp and paper experts as the leading provider of manufacturing intelligence solutions. Based in Vancouver, Washington, Panther Systems is known for MillTools, a suite of powerful purpose-specific software tools, used throughout the pulp and paper industry to manage orders and track products from office to mill floor to loading dock. The company’s other offerings include TestCentral and ProcessAnalyzer for paper laboratories, Panther QCS and Panther Dashboards. Visit panthersys.com for information or call 360-750-9783.
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Media inquiries: Contact Panther Systems, Attention Dan Schott
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