On Oct. 19, Tulsa, Oklahoma-based industrial distributor BlackHawk Industrial announced the appointment of industry expert Daniel Vermillion to the newly formed position of Director of Operations for National Accounts.

Vermillion will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies aimed at optimizing the operational performance of BlackHawk’s National Accounts, the company said.

BlackHawk said Vermillion has a proven record in integrated supply and has a history of “leading teams to deliver exceptional results.”

“We are confident that Dan’s strategic vision and leadership will enhance our National Accounts operations, further cementing our position as an industry leader,” said Scott Beardshear, BlackHawk’s Vice President of National Accounts. “Our team’s relentless pursuit of innovative solutions and outstanding service has enabled us to achieve remarkable growth.”

Vermillion added, “I’m thrilled to be part of BlackHawk Industrial and to lead these exciting new initiatives for client success. Our clients can expect an even higher level of support and tailored solutions, as we continually refine and innovate our services to meet their unique needs.”

On MDM’s 2023 Top Distributors Lists, BlackHawk ranks No. 32 for industrial and No. 14 for MRO.