GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Laguna Tools announced the appointment of Justin Cormier as vice president of Operations for the woodworking and metalworking equipment specialist. 

Cormier will be responsible for overseeing Laguna’s core operational functions, including manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and inventory management. Laguna notes he will play a critical role in enhancing operational efficiency, improving fulfillment performance, and aligning the company’s infrastructure to support continued growth. 

Cormier comes to Laguna from Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems / Multicam, where he led the operations function for the Americas region. Cormier will report to Matthew Thackray, president and incoming CEO

“Justin’s appointment is an important step in strengthening our operational foundation as we continue to scale the business,” Thackray said. “He brings the right combination of hands-on leadership, operational rigor, and private equity experience. His ability to drive execution and build high-performing teams will be instrumental as we enhance our capabilities and position Laguna for long-term value creation.”

Cormier added, “I am excited to join Laguna Tools at such a pivotal time in its growth journey. The company has built a strong brand and market position, and I look forward to working closely with Matt and the broader team to optimize operations, improve customer experience, and support the next phase of growth.”

Headquartered in Grand Prairie, Texas, Laguna Tools is a leading provider of CNC, industrial and other woodworking machinery, serving professional craftsmen, manufacturers, and hobbyists across North America.