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The L.S. Starrett Company appointed David Allen as Vice President, Starrett Metrology Systems. In this newly-created role, Mr. Allen will oversee the strategy, growth and profitability of advanced metrology systems including Starrett Bytewise, Tru-Stone Technologies, Starrett-Kinemetric Systems, Starrett Force and Material Testing Solutions, Starrett metrology software development and Starrett Special Gage Department.
Mr. Allen has spent nearly 20 years in commercial and general management of highly-engineered product businesses. Most recently, he served as Vice President, Energy and Industrial Markets for Mott Corporation. Prior to that, he spent 13 years with the Danaher Corporation in general management, marketing and engineering leadership roles in the U.S., Europe and China. Early in his career he was a manager with the Boston Consulting Group.
“We are excited to have found a leader to provide focus on our high-end metrology businesses,” said Mr. Douglas A. Starrett, President and CEO of Starrett. “David has deep experience with products and channels similar to Starrett, a global perspective and a growth mindset that will help these businesses grow faster and more profitably.”
Starrett’s product line includes precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, rules, etc.), levels, electronic gages, dial indicators, gage blocks and custom engineered products.
