BlackHawk Industrial, a distributor of metalworking and other mission-critical industrial products, has appointed Marco Morgado as general manager of the Northeast Region.
This appointment underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging top-tier talent to drive growth and deliver exceptional customer service in this key manufacturing region.
According to the company, Morgado brings more than 30 years of experience in industrial supply, spanning roles from manufacturing to distribution and distributor-to-end-user operations. His extensive background includes supporting cutting tools, fasteners, and MRO supplies, and he excels as a supply chain sales leader known for fostering high-performing teams. With a deep understanding of industrial distribution and a passion for collaboration, he is uniquely positioned to lead the Northeast team to unprecedented success.
Trent Moss, vice president of sales – East, said, “His exceptional leadership and detailed knowledge of all facets of industrial distribution will immediately benefit our customers and teammates. Marco’s proven ability to inspire teams will help us grow market share in one of the top manufacturing areas of the country.”
Morgado’s career includes nearly five years at Pilot Precision Products, where he successfully led global sales operations, team development, and business strategies. At Pilot Precision, he spearheaded initiatives that positioned the company’s high-performance tools at the forefront of the market, leveraging his expertise in industrial distribution and cross-functional collaboration to achieve sustained growth.
“I am honored to join the BlackHawk Industrial team and lead the Northeast Region,” said Morgado. “My career has been built on a foundation of collaboration and service, and I am excited to bring that focus to this new role. Together with our talented team, we will strengthen our market position and deliver outstanding value to our customers.”
As general manager, Morgado will oversee all aspects of operations, including sales, customer service, and team development across the Northeast branches. He will focus on optimizing customer-facing processes, driving organic growth, and aligning the team’s efforts with Blackhawk’s strategic initiatives to expand profits and operational excellence.
Fluent in Portuguese and English, Morgado brings a multicultural perspective to his leadership. Outside of work, he enjoys connecting with others and is deeply involved in volunteer efforts, both locally and in Haiti.
As BlackHawk continues its aggressive growth strategy, the company remains committed to creating additional value for industrial manufacturers through geographic expansion, innovative product offerings, and enhanced technical sales resources. Marco’s leadership will be instrumental in achieving these goals in the Northeast Region.
Blackhawk’s growth strategy reflects its motto of being “Big Enough to Serve and Small Enough to Care.” The company is accelerating acquisitions and significantly bolstering its capabilities to reach more customers across the U.S. and globally. By expanding into new geographic markets, broadening product offerings, and investing in technical sales resources, BlackHawk is committed to delivering unparalleled value to its customers.
The company operates across the U.S., Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the Philippines, offering over 2.5 million products from the industry’s top brands, with a strong emphasis on metalworking products.
Related Glossary Terms
- metalworking
metalworking
Any manufacturing process in which metal is processed or machined such that the workpiece is given a new shape. Broadly defined, the term includes processes such as design and layout, heat-treating, material handling and inspection.
