Peter Roney – President @ Markey Machine
Our Herd Freed Hartz executive search team was honored to partner with Markey Machine on a nationwide retained search to find their new President.
Since 1907, Markey Machine continues to be the world leader in the design, build, and maintenance of top-of-the-line winches and other equipment, built to last for life. With clients ranging from the US Navy and NOAA to Crowley and Foss Maritime, when the cost of failure or downtime is too high, they know that Markey will do it right the first time.
Located in Seattle, Washington, USA, Markey Headquarters comprises fabrication, machining, assembly and engineering facilities. A staff of experienced engineers and field service technicians regularly work with customers to develop solutions addressing their deck equipment challenges and improving safety. The company leverages decades of experience to deliver superior, robust equipment with a high level of dependability.
Beyond quality and durability, Markey aims to create beneficial, lifelong relationships with every customer, end user, naval architect and shipyard in every transaction. The company maintains meticulous records for each piece of equipment it has produced, ensuring prompt service and support.
Markey is profitable and looks to maintain growth in international markets and expansion of their product line. The company’s high integrity, positive work environment and open-door culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and respect between employees and management resulting in many long-term employees.
Blaine Dempke, CEO of Markey Machine, added, “We are thrilled to welcome Peter Roney as the new president of Markey Machine LLC. With his capable leadership, deep maritime industry expertise, and strategic vision, we are confident that Peter will continue to drive our company forward, fostering growth and upholding the tradition of craftsmanship and quality that has defined us for nearly 120 years. We look forward to the exciting new chapter ahead under his guidance.”
In anticipation of his new role, Peter Roney shared, “I am honored to build upon the legacy of Markey Machine. It has a strong reputation for innovation and quality. I am most excited about the opportunity to start working with our talented team, our customers, and exploring new horizons. As a Captain, I was fortunate enough to have operated Markey equipment. I believe that we represent the leading product in the market. The mission is to continue delivering exceptional products and customer service to our valued partners for the next 120 years.”
See additional insight in Markey Machine’s President announcement.
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