Author: Tim Hudson

Over the past few years, there have been several news updates from WELDCOA about investments made at their facility, as well as additions to their team. Last September, I had the opportunity to travel to Aurora, IL to see it all firsthand. Since this was my second visit, (my first since 2017) I had an idea of what to expect, but when I got there it was like a completely different place seeing all the upgrades. I couldn’t help but imagine the amount of work and planning that must have gone into researching the equipment needed and how to best…

Cryoworks History In Jurupa Valley, CA, surrounded by scenic mountains, CryoWorks continues to impressively grow a family business started by husband-and-wife Tim and Donna Mast. With the help of their adult-children Tim Jr. (CEO) and Nick (VP of Development) Tim and Donna, who still serve as Chairs, established a trusted entity when it comes to the design, build and repair of cryogenic piping for end user systems. Tim and Donna are also proud parents of two children who have found success outside of their company. Their oldest son Joe is a Sales Manager for Mainline Sales (a local manufacturers’ representative…

John Christie, who served as the President and COO of Worthington Industries from 1999-2008, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, October 5, 2019. He was 69 years old. A community advocate, a loyal Blue Jackets fan and a charismatic leader, John will be missed by all who knew him. John was preceded in death by his wife Linda Margaret Christie and his parents Robert Samuel and Sara Jane Kennard Christie of McConnelsville, Ohio. John became President and Chief Operating Officer of Worthington Industries in 2000 before retiring in 2008 to take care of Linda, who suffered from a debilitating…