Gaco Western Expands Operation By Adding Jobs

SEATTLE, WA - June 25, 2013 - Five years ago, Gaco Western's Wisconsin workforce numbered 17; today that number is 70 and growing. From Solvent-Free Silicone to Spray Foam Insulation, Gaco has experienced record growth not only in sales, but in employee base and facility size.

Just four years ago the company completed construction of a 55,000 sq. ft. facility in Waukesha, WI, comprised of offices, manufacturing facilities, and a high-tech research and development facility. Last year, Gaco broke ground on an 85,000 sq. ft. expansion to more than double the size of the Waukesha facility and provide for a significant increase in the laboratory areas to support the company's focus on technology and formulation development.  

On June 12, the company celebrated the opening of this expansion with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony attended by elected officials from throughout the State of Wisconsin, customers from throughout the United States, about 100 local suppliers who contribute to the Gaco success story and the Gaco employees who make it all possible.

Between this facility, offices in Seattle, WA and Buffalo, NY, and a sales force located throughout the United States, Gaco Western today employs 128 people with ongoing additions planned. The company's end-of-year headcount is projected to be approximately 150.

Gaco Western Promotes Vicki Campbell to Vice President, People Strategy & Development

Gaco Western's employee base totaled 69 when Vicki Campbell joined Gaco in May of 2007 as Director, Human Resources. Today both employee population and revenue has grown significantly, as has the company's Human Resources responsibilities. In her role as Vice President, People Strategy & Development, Campbell will continue to lead Gaco's strategic efforts, support and empower Gaco's employees, and prepare the leadership team to continue to grow the people and the company.

Campbell's career demonstrates her commitment to helping organizations grow and thrive. Prior to Gaco she was the Manager, Recruiting & Human Resources at Cardiac Science and supported this medical-device technology company in its rapid growth initiative through a series of acquisitions. Her strength is bringing great people in and building a strong organization.

Gaco has experienced record sales growth by putting feet-on-the-street to support customers, and by adding crucial personnel to Operations, R&D, Finance, Marketing and Administration departments throughout the company. "Vicki is an accomplished human resources leader and has been instrumental in recruiting talented, committed employees who possess GRIT, and in supporting our employees through Gaco's aggressive growth initiative. Vicki's promotion is testimony to her exceptional skills, grit and dedication to Gaco," said Peter Davis, President and CEO.

"Gaco is an exciting place to be and my growth and passion for our business and the great people who work here continues to thrive," said Campbell.  

About Gaco Western: Founded in 1955, Gaco Western remains today a family-owned business with its roots in technology and product innovation. The Gaco family of brands offer best-of-class solutions for a variety of commercial, industrial, and residential applications including specialty coatings for roof, pedestrian and traffic decking, and spray polyurethane foam insulation. Products are available nationwide.