BIG DAISHOWA Introduces New District Manager for Northeast U.S.

Hoffman Estates, IL – BIG DAISHOWA Inc. is pleased to welcome Paul Lewis to the role of Northeast District Manager. Effective November 1, he will manage distributor relationships and sales efforts with customers in Eastern New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. This position was strategically created by BIG DAISHOWA to support our growth initiatives in the Northeast and better provide factory support to local customers at a moment’s notice.

“Paul has a solid background in metalworking processes, as well as a reputation in the Northeast for problem solving customer challenges,” East Coast Regional Manager, Fred Messmer, said. “We are quite confident that he will provide the highest level of service and support for BIG DAISHOWA products based on his strong customer commitment and technical expertise.”

Lewis’ career in metalworking spans 30-plus years. He owned and operated his own machine shop for six of those and has held positions in product management, sales and support with other tooling manufacturers. Lewis holds bachelor’s degrees in industrial engineering and manufacturing engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology.  

“The opportunity to work for a company that designs, builds and supplies what’s widely recognized as some of the best tooling in the world is one that I couldn’t pass up,” Lewis said. “I look forward to bringing my industry experience and regional expertise to BIG DAISHOWA and our customers in the Northeast.”

Lewis is married with a son and is an avid racquetball player.