General Manager and the genius behind 3north’s technology Don Blaser is regarded as one of the leading designers of stone processing equipment in the industry. Don has been developing sawing and sorting technology for past 20 years. A former mason by trade, distributor and quarrier, his technological advancements and sourcing agreements allow 3north to cut and package natural stone so efficiently that there is no real competition. Don is continually designing and building new equipment to create new products and keep up with growing demand.

A seven year veteran of field sales and consulting, Drew Bauer has turned his experience assessing the needs of architects, designers, builders and distributors into a completely customer-focused corporate philosophy. His history with stone veneers and the masonry industry has been invaluable in the development of 3north. Drew developed a marketing plan to improve upon current industry standards and eliminate issues that frustrated customers in the past. His attitude and experience gives 3north a distinct advantage over others in the industry.

3north is supported by financial backing and corporate strategies by Kildare Enterprises. A well respected, middle-market private equity group, Kildare has a strong track record of supporting small business growth by supplying capital, business expertise and board oversight. Kildare investors include Fortune 500 CEOs, small business entrepreneurs and leaders of some of the largest financial institutions in the country. To find out more about Kildare Enterprises visit www.kildare-enterprises.com.