Dynabrade Names Michael Buffamonti President

Dynabrade Names Michael Buffamonti President

Before joining Dynabrade, he held various management positions at Deloitte LLP.

Dynabrade, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of unique portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories and dust collection, has announced the appointment of Michael Buffamonti as the company’s new president. He replaces Hardy Hamann, who retired earlier this year.

Buffamonti most recently held the role of CFO and has been a member of the executive management team for many years. Before joining Dynabrade, he held various management positions at Deloitte LLP.

Since the beginning of his career at Dynabrade 25 years ago, Buffamonti worked closely with the company’s founder, Walter Welsch. 

“Buffamonti has worked tirelessly to create an environment of fiscal responsibility at Dynabrade,” the company said. “Because of his leadership, over the past decade, the company has experienced its strongest financial performance in its 52-year history. He has created an effective business structure, ensuring the company will succeed for years to come.”

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