TULSA, OK (June 17, 2025) – BlackHawk Industrial, a market-leading distributor of metalworking and other mission-critical industrial products, today announced the appointment of John Arends as Chief Financial Officer. Arends steps into this role as a part of BlackHawk’s ongoing effort to align leadership with its customer-first vision and operational priorities.

BlackHawk continues to invest in the people and processes that reinforce its role as a trusted partner across the production floor. The addition of Arends to BlackHawk’s senior leadership team reflects the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional financial performance, through superior service, technical expertise, and supply chain performance.

“BlackHawk is entering a new phase – one laser-focused on agility, execution, and delivering unmatched service to our customers,” said John Mark, President and CEO of BlackHawk. “Bringing in high-caliber talent like John Arends reflects our commitment to investing in the future. His financial discipline, operational insight, and collaborative leadership will ensure our service-first strategy is executed with rigor and precision across every part of the business.”

As CFO, Arends will lead BlackHawk’s financial operations and strategy, ensuring seamless integration of business functions and support for initiatives that enhance efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction. His nearly three decades of financial and operational leadership include roles at respected organizations including Deloitte, Delphi Automotive, Dayco, and most recently, Pangea Made. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and an MBA in finance and is a Certified Public Accountant.

“I am excited to join BlackHawk at such a pivotal time,” said John Arends, incoming CFO. “The company’s vision, customer-first culture, and strong technical foundation present a tremendous opportunity. I look forward to partnering with a team that leads with integrity and delivers measurable value through service and execution.”

This leadership transition is part of a broader strategy to reinforce BlackHawk’s foundation and ensure every customer-facing decision is backed by discipline and support. By realigning leadership with its core behaviors and operational focus, the company is building the infrastructure to exceed expectations today and into the future.

BlackHawk distinguishes itself as the number one choice for industrial manufacturers who need technical service and production savings. Known as the “across the production floor” partner, the company delivers value through product and supply chain performance that lowers the total cost of production. BlackHawk is an Industrial Distributor with locations across the U.S., Mexico, United Kingdom, and the Philippines. It markets nearly three million products from the industry’s top brands with heavy emphasis on metal-working products.

About BlackHawk Industrial

BlackHawk Industrial is a leading global industrial distributor, focused on metalworking products such as carbide cutting tools, abrasives, and saw blades. The Company also provides a full line of MRO, industrial fasteners, and packaging products. BlackHawk has the expertise and capability to provide custom industrial vending solutions and creative design, build, and supply chain solutions. The highly technical sales staff strive to deliver world-class service and cost savings across the customer’s production floor.

For more information about BlackHawk Industrial visit www.BHID.com.

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