About Us

Service.
Innovation.
Integrity.

Founded in 1952, The Willamette Valley Company is a leading-edge, privately owned multinational corporation that manufactures and distributes a wide variety of custom products and services around the globe.

While our roots are in the wood products industry, our expertise and solutions now encompass innovative concrete repair systems, patching, fillers, adhesives, robotics, engineering, and more, across dozens of industries.

 

We have built our reputation on being there for our clients, customers and communities. Understanding, anticipating and effectively managing environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters is critical to delivering on our mission. Now, more than ever, a strong focus on ESG is a key driver of long-term business success.  To read more, click here.

 

 

Our Custom Services

GREATER EFFICIENCY, HIGHER PROFITABILITY & ENHANCED CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

The World’s Leading Companies
Turn to Us for Custom Solutions

Our solution-focused approach proactively delivers new ways
of doing things for evolving industry needs.

Markets Served

Wood Products

Services we provide:

  • Chemical and Equipment Solutions
  • Multi-National Presence in Europe, Canada, South America
  • Custom Robotics, Engineering and Integration
  • Research and Development
  • Multiple Chemical Manufacturing Sites
  • Patching, Coatings, and Protection Solutions
  • Ink Marking Systems
  • Alliance with World-Class Academic Institutions (NSF/IUCRC)
  • In-Field Service and Training
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Automation

Services we provide:

  • PRE-TEC
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Infrastructure & Asset Protection

Services we provide:

  • In-Field Service and Training
  • Railroad Asset Repair and Infrastructure Protection Solutions
  • Airport Joint Sealants and Concrete Repair Systems
  • DOT and Telecom Roadway Repair Systems
  • Research and Development
  • Custom Equipment and Product Systems
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Retail

Services we provide:

  • Adhesive and Polymer Systems
  • Do-It-Yourself Solutions
  • Craft Products
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Tell us your challenges,

We’ll provide the right solution—or create it for you.

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Awards

2021

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2019

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2018

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2017

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2016

Supplier of the Year & Innovation of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2016

Innovation of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Wil-Spray 500

2015

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2013

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2011

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Materials and Supplies Category

2007

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Plywood Category

2006

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Plywood Category

2005

Supplier of the Year

Engineered Wood Technology Association, Plywood Category

Our History

Committed to developing high-performance
solutions since 1952.

WVCO Celebrates 70 years
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
John Murray named WVCO President & CEO
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
Supplier of the Year & Netherland site opens
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
WVCO becomes an S corporation. CWI becomes a division.
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Materials & Supplies Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
Bates-Willamette form a joint venture
Ace International Inc. acquired in Centralia, WA
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Plywood Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
WVCO named Supplier of the Year (Plywood Category) by Engineered Wood Technology Association
Manufacturing location opens in Two Harbors, MN
Tapel Willamette Inc. opens in Coronel, Chile
Merger of Beverly Manufacturing, Velco and Eclectic Products
Acquisition of Eclectic Products, Inc. John Harrison named WVCO President
Velco, Inc. is acquired
Beverly Manufacturing is purchased
Purchased Idaho Milling & Grain
Precision Technologies (PRE-TEC) is formed
WVCO opens its location in Lithonia, GA. Brent Hedberg becomes WVCO President.
Willamette Industries, Ltd (known as CWI) is incorporated in Surrey, Canada
WVCO opens its location in Pineville, LA
The Willamette Valley Company is incorporated
Medford, OR branch opens
The Willamette Valley Company begins

WVCO Celebrates 70 years

Our Founder

Our Founder

Robert G. Harrison was born in Portland, Oregon in 1925. Bob joined the Naval Air Corps and was a member of the V-T88 squadron. He flew 114 documented combat missions during WWII for which he was awarded numerous medals, including the Air Medal, the Bronze and Gold Stars and two Distinguished Flying Crosses.

Upon his return from the war, he received a B.S. in Business Administration at the University of Oregon and added graduate studies in political science. While at the U of O, he was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, eventually serving as its President. During this time, he met and married fellow student Dixie Mae Haugen and they settled in Eugene where their home was always open to family and friends.

Following work with Crown Zellerbach, Bob acquired the Willamette Valley Paper Company in 1952 with a partner, then subsequently became sole owner, renaming it The Willamette Valley Company. He would go on to serve as Chairman of the Board until his death. The love of his business life was shepherding the development of The Willamette Valley Company and providing for the employees and their families. Throughout his life Bob enjoyed many other business interests. He was Chief Executive Officer of U.S. Natural Resources, a publicly traded Fortune 500 company. Bob also served as Chairman of the Board of Diamond Wood Products. Other businesses included Eclectic Products, Inc. (maker of GOOP adhesives, including E6000 and Shoe Goo) and Peterson Arne.

Though fiercely competitive in his love of business, Bob was even more passionate about relationships, especially with his family. He enjoyed helping people and seeing them succeed. His interest in people created many long-lasting, impactful relationships locally and around the world.

Every fall, Bob looked forward to pheasant, quail and duck hunting. He was an avid supporter of the University of Oregon and especially loved attending football and basketball games. He served as President of the Oregon Chapter of Young Presidents Organization and of the local YMCA. He also served on numerous advisory boards, including the University of Oregon Business School, Lane Community College and Sacred Heart Medical Center Foundation, from which he received in 2010 the Tykeson Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Robert George Harrison

Company Leadership

John Murray

John Murray

President & CEO

Jason Cunningham

Jason Cunningham

Chief Financial Officer

Ruairi Breathnach

Ruairi Breathnach

Chief Information Officer

Theresa Waugh

Theresa Waugh

President
Eclectic Products LLC

Doug Bobay

Doug Bobay

Vice President
Human Capital & Governance

Robert Pitts

Robert Pitts

Executive Vice President
Global Wood Division

Jason McIntosh

Jason McIntosh

Vice President
North America
Global Wood Division

Rebecca Tracy

Rebecca Tracy

Business Manager
Bio Materials
Global Wood Division

Rob Loomis

Rob Loomis

Vice President
Performance Products Division

Rich Reardon

Rich Reardon

Vice President
PRE-TEC

Stan Reynolds

Stan Reynolds

Director of Technology
PRE-TEC

Dr. Sudip Chowdhury

Dr. Sudip Chowdhury

Vice President
Research & Development

Stuart G. Imler

Stuart G. Imler

Vice President
Supply Chain

Mauricio Sola

Mauricio Sola

Director of Manufacturing

Sarah France

Sarah France

Director of Regulatory Affairs

Tony Cox

Tony Cox

Corporate Quality Assurance Manager

Derek Descant

Derek Descant

Director of Health & Safety

Associations

WVCO supports educational efforts that promote proper application and advancement of our innovative technology with those who share the same vision.

That’s why we continue to support several key associations.

REMSA logo

https://europanels.org/

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