David Dawson said now is the time.
Dawson will be stepping down as the CEO and president at his family-owned business, Dawson Metal Company.
He has been in those roles since 1982, and said he was fortunate to work hand-in-hand with this father and his siblings throughout the past 42 years – “a true family affair for 78 years.”
“There comes a time however, when it becomes necessary to turn over the control of our future to the next generation,” Dawson said.
Jeff Parks will take over as CEO of the company, while Dawson will remain an active part of the planning for the company. Parks will be taking control of all strategic decision making and planning for Dawson Metal and Spray Tech Finishing.
“It’s a logical step to take where I’m staying involved. Jeff and I are going to be operating as a team to direct the future of this company,” Dawson said. “Jeff will be the first non-Dawson family member to be promoted to CEO in the company’s history.”
Parks started at Dawson Metal in 2015 and was recently in the position of Chief Operating Officer. Parks is a United States Marine Corps Veteran with extensive years of leadership and manufacturing expertise. “He will continue to focus his leadership skills to help Dawson achieve our strategic objectives and maintain a people positive and profit positive family owned-business. Through leadership, innovation and teamwork; Dawson (Metal) will remain a world class family-owned business,” Dawson said.
Dawson said to be able to start and run a business one has to be able to take risks, and not be afraid to fail.
“You have to find good people to work with that bring the same sense of drive and excitement about being in business together, and one success can lead to a second and to lead to a third,” Dawson said. “You have to be able to work your way through problems that exist.”
Parks said Dawson Metal is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation in metal fabrication. Dawson said the company is a premier provider of custom metal fabrication solutions and architectural entrances, specializing in a wide range of products for various industries. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Dawson continues to lead the market with cutting-edge solutions and exceptional service.
“We are continuing to reinvest ourselves with new equipment and new customers. There is a bright future for the company, as they are collectively pushing forward and achieve success with each Dawson and Spray Tech customer,” Dawson said.
For more information about the company, visit dawsonmetal.com.