GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Laguna Tools, a manufacturer and distributor of premium woodworking and metalworking equipment, has appointed Justin Cormier as vice president of operations. Based at the company’s headquarters in Grand Prairie, Texas, he will report to Matthew Thackray, president and incoming Chief Executive Officer.

In this role, Cormier will be responsible for overseeing Laguna’s core operational functions, including manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and inventory management. He will play a critical role in enhancing operational efficiency, improving fulfillment performance, and aligning the company’s infrastructure to support continued growth. He comes to Laguna from Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems/Multicam, where he led the operations function for the Americas region.

Cormier brings extensive experience in industrial operations and operational leadership within private equity-backed environments. He has a proven track record of driving process improvement, scaling manufacturing operations, and delivering measurable EBITDA expansion through disciplined execution and team development.

“Justin’s appointment is an important step in strengthening our operational foundation as we continue to scale the business,” said Thackray. “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.”

He 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.”

Laguna Tools continues to invest in its leadership team and operational capabilities as it advances its strategy to drive profitable growth, expand its product portfolio, and deliver best-in-class service to its customers across North America.