BlackHawk Industrial, a distributor of metalworking and other mission-critical industrial products, has appointed Anthony DeSalvo as General Manager of the Great Lakes Region.
The company says the appointment "reflects BlackHawk’s commitment to driving growth, strengthening leadership, and delivering exceptional service in one of the nation’s most dynamic industrial hubs."
BlackHawk have made a multitude of appointments over the last several months. In December, they named Jay Costa to the role of General Manager – Manufacturing Group, and Jay Dykstra and Chad Patterson as Sales Managers for the Great Lakes Region. In November, Marco Morgado was named General Manager of the Northeast Region, and in October Brooke Bedford was named Category Director and Matt Roers was picked to lead the Packaging product category.
DeSalvo brings over a decade of experience with BlackHawk Industrial, holding key roles that "demonstrate his leadership, operational expertise, and dedication to customer success."
Since joining the company in 2014 as a Customer Service Representative, he advanced to Account Manager, where he managed major accounts and established national relationships, paving the way for expanded industry partnerships.
“I am honored to take on this new role and continue building on BlackHawk’s legacy of excellence,” said DeSalvo. “I look forward to working with our talented team to drive innovation, strengthen customer partnerships, and deliver exceptional results in the Great Lakes Region.”
Throughout his tenure, DeSalvo has excelled in driving cost savings, streamlining processes, and optimizing customer operations. He has led critical initiatives, including ERP system integrations, RAIL (Rolling Action Item List) meetings to enhance inventory and sourcing practices, and innovative supply chain solutions to reduce lead times and boost efficiency. His collaborative approach and measurable results have earned him a reputation as a transformative leader.
“Anthony’s entrepreneurial spirit and proven leadership will energize our Great Lakes team,” said Trent Moss, Vice President of Sales – East. “His ability to tackle complex customer challenges with innovative solutions embodies BlackHawk’s mission to be 'Big Enough to Serve, Small Enough to Care.'”
In his recent role as Regional Customer Service Representative, DeSalvo oversaw operations across multiple branches, managed a $59.6 million sales region, and led a team of 28 employees. His strategic vision and operational excellence have been pivotal in driving growth and strengthening customer relationships.
Known as the “across the production floor” partner, BlackHawk distinguishes itself as the number one choice for industrial manufacturers seeking technical service and production savings. 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.
BlackHawk is actively seeking opportunities to acquire new partners and integrate them into its industry-leading operating system. Interested parties should contact the acquisitions team at acquisitions@BlackHawkid.com.
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.
