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09 Nov 2011

W&O Incorporates in Brazil

W&O Supply, a supplier of marine valves, pipe, fittings, engineered products, valve automation and data management systems, has established operations in Brazil, with the first office located in Rio de Janeiro. “The growing marine and offshore industries in Brazil provide incredible opportunity for us,” said Michael Hume, President and CEO of W&O. “Establishing commercial operations in South America is a necessary step in implementing our growth strategies for this decade, and the new office in Rio is a key driver in cultivating a future network of operations throughout the continent. The Brazil business is led by Alex Piquer, W&O’s managing director for all South America operations.

19 Aug 2009

W&O Employees Benefit American Lung Assoc.

W&O, supplier of marine valves, pipe, fittings, engineered products and valve automation solutions, announced its participation in two of the American Lung Association’s Stair Climb fundraisers in Jacksonville, Fla., and Houston, Texas. Twenty-three employees, including W&O CEO Jack Guidry and members of senior leadership, combined to climb 1,658 steps and raise $4,600. “Having both our Houston and Jacksonville offices participate in these events illustrates our employees’ nationwide dedication to the American Lung Association and to team physical expression…

03 Dec 2008

W&O Races from Gulf to Atlantic

Team W&O at the completion of the race: Art Parrish, Jack Guidry, Mike Page, Collin Luke, Carl Herman, Peter Osterman (back), Sandy White (in front of Peter), Steve Stafford, Alex Piquer, Kyle Posey (in horns), Lisa Collins, Rogier Blokdijk.

Twelve employees of W&O, including the CEO and members of senior leadership, participated in the Ragnar Relay Race from Nov. 14-15 between Clearwater and Daytona Beach, Fla. W&O is a supplier of marine valves, pipe, fittings, engineered products and valve automation systems. “As a company, we’ve always been focused on fitness and overall wellness by providing our employees with opportunities to take part in company-sponsored physical activities and fitness programs,” said Jack Guidry, President and CEO of W&O.