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[Learn more](https://sharpertogether.oregontool.com/oregon-tool-news/oregon-tool-expands-global-footprint?hsLang=en) APAC About Oregon Tool "As part of our Asia for Asia strategy, Oregon Tool is proud to announce our strategic partnership with United Jumbo in Vietnam," said Elliot Zimmer, CEO of Oregon Tool. "Together with our world-class manufacturing site in Fuzhou, China, and a seasoned APAC leadership team, this initiative not only enhances our commitment to global customer service but also underscores our dedication to aligning closely with our customers' regional operational footprint." Oregon Tool is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting-tool powerhouse platform. The company's portfolio of brands specializes in professional grade precision cutting tools for forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with a multinational manufacturing and distribution footprint, Oregon Tool sells its products in more than 110 countries under the Oregon®, Woods®, ICS®, Pentruder®, Merit®, and Carlton® brands. The company is the world's #1 manufacturer of saw chain and guide bars for chainsaws and diamond saw chain for concrete and pipe, a leading manufacturer of agricultural tractor attachments, and the leading OEM supplier of first-fit and replacement parts. Learn more at [www.oregontool.com](https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D3325906-1%26h%3D2695203144%26u%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.oregontool.com%252F%26a%3Dwww.oregontool.com&esheet=53426050&newsitemid=20230620826386&lan=en-US&anchor=www.oregontool.com&index=1&md5=cd4b640789a7cdf7d75a2a01d6ee5114).  ## OREGON TOOL APPOINTS ELLIOT ZIMMER CEO *June 20, 2023* Oregon Tool, a global leader in precision cutting tools for the forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing industries, announced today that current Chief Operating Officer Elliot Zimmer will be promoted to CEO.  Learn more [Learn more](https://www.oregontool.com/) ## OREGON TOOL APPOINTS ELLIOT ZIMMER CEO *June 20, 2023* Oregon Tool, a global leader in precision cutting tools for the forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing industries, announced today that current Chief Operating Officer Elliot Zimmer will be promoted to CEO.  Learn more Join our Portland Manufacturing Team 2:29 Inside the Oregon Tool Factory: All About Chainsaw Chains! ## OREGON TOOL EXPANDS GLOBAL FOOTPRINT WITH NEW STRATEGIC MANUFACTURING PARTNERSHIP IN VIETNAM *June 18, 2024* Oregon Tool expands its global presence with a new strategic manufacturing partnership in Vietnam, doubling capacity and enhancing innovation capabilities for the Blades business. Learn more #### One line of captivating question A few sentences to answer the question thoroughly. Make sure to include all details, data, statistics, and even links so your readers know what to do next.  #### One line of captivating question A few sentences to answer the question thoroughly. Make sure to include all details, data, statistics, and even links so your readers know what to do next.  #### One line of captivating question A few sentences to answer the question thoroughly. Make sure to include all details, data, statistics, and even links so your readers know what to do next.  ## OREGON TOOL APPOINTS ELLIOT ZIMMER CEO ![Elliot-Zimmer\_RLD\_1080x1080](https://news-story.oregontool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Elliot-Zimmer_RLD_1080x1080.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=Elliot-Zimmer_RLD_1080x1080.png) PORTLAND, Ore., June 20, 2023--([BUSINESS WIRE](https://www.businesswire.com/))--Oregon Tool, a global leader in precision cutting tools for the forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing industries, announced today that current Chief Operating Officer Elliot Zimmer will be promoted to CEO.  Zimmer will succeed Paul Tonnesen, who is stepping down to care for his elderly parents. Tonnesen will serve as an advisor to the company’s board going forward.  Zimmer started as Oregon Tool’s COO in 2022 and brings more than 20 years of experience working in a variety of leadership roles at Lennox International, Dr. Pepper Snapple, McKinsey & Company, and in the United States Army. He has a BS in Systems Engineering from West Point and an MBA from Harvard Business School.  “Oregon Tool has industry leading products, assets, and customers around the world,” said Zimmer. > I’m honored to lead such an exceptionally strong team that is relentlessly focused on delivering exceptional value to our customer partners. Zimmer’s appointment will become effective in the next 30 days.  “It has been my privilege to lead Oregon Tool over the last few years, I cannot express my gratitude enough to our passionate and committed team members. The company is in great hands with Elliot, who is a strong leader that is passionate about the Oregon Tool team and its customers. I look forward to seeing the success he drives and the next chapter for Oregon Tool,” said Tonnesen.  **About Oregon Tool**  Oregon Tool is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting-tool powerhouse platform. The company's portfolio of brands specializes in professional grade precision cutting tools for forestry, lawn and garden; farming, ranching and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with a multinational manufacturing and distribution footprint, Oregon Tool sells its products in more than 110 countries under the Oregon®, Woods®, ICS®, Pentruder®, Merit®, and Carlton® brands. The company is the world's #1 manufacturer of saw chain and guide bars for chainsaws and diamond saw chain for concrete and pipe, a leading manufacturer of agricultural tractor attachments, and the leading OEM supplier of first-fit and replacement parts. 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