Florness to Step Down as Fastenal CEO in July
Dan Florness has been with the company since 1996 and its CEO for the past nine-plus years.
December 22, 2025
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Dan Florness has been with the company since 1996 and its CEO for the past nine-plus years.
December 22, 2025
Plumbing Products & PVF Distribution
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The new CEO was most recently the president of Fortiline Waterworks.
Safety Products
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Chris Baby is transitioning to an M&A and advisory role after 15 years leading the PPE manufacturer.
Fasteners
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The fasteners distributor promoted from within for its new chief executive, who steps in immediately.
Heusinkveld and Cavossa come to F.W. Webb as the wholesale supplier makes other significant additions to its leadership team.
Electrical
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The electrical supplies distributor deepened its partnership with an AI-powered provider for a contractor portal, and appointed an industry veteran to lead its southeast region.
Industrial PVF
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The company announced a leadership transition for its CEO and CFO, alongside its 4Q financial results, which highlight strong sales growth and increased gross profit.
Building Materials/Construction
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ABC Supply has announced key leadership promotions to strengthen its strategy, drive growth and enhance customer service.
Building Materials/Construction
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Builders FirstSource has appointed two industry leaders with experience in technology and eCommerce to its board, effective March 1.
Manufacturing
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Bosch Tool’s former CEO has taken the same role at L.S. Starrett, succeeding Douglas Starrett.
Facilities Maintenance (MRO)
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Anesa Chaibi, a veteran executive with experience in MRO distribution, was tapped for Global Industrial’s top post.
Staffing Changes
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The longtime MDM steward brings 40 years of industry research experience and perspective to the innovative industrial distributor.
Building Materials/Construction
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The new executive will build the company’s AI function, which will impact route optimization, robotics and automation.

