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Brandon

Mechanical Designer

Born and raised in DeWitt, Michigan, Brandon attended Michigan Technological University before joining Van Dam. He enjoys working on unique projects that begin with a vision and take shape through collaboration between the wood and metal shops.
Outside of work, Brandon enjoys backpacking, woodworking, film photography, working on his motorcycle and project Land Rover, and learning about just about anything. He also enjoys exploring off-the-beaten-path places, something he especially appreciated while living in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula.
  • Born and raised: DeWitt, Michigan
  • Attended: Michigan Technological University
  • Favorite projects to work on: Unique projects that start with a vision and allow for collaboration between the wood and metal shops.
  • Favorite Fundamental: #17 – Participate. Collaborating with coworkers and bringing together multiple perspectives to find the most elegant solution is especially rewarding.
  • Best thing about working at Van Dam: Being surrounded by craftspeople who are passionate about their craft and willing to share their knowledge.

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Ben Van Dam Owner & President

Ben

Owner/President
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Erika Van Dam Owner & Vice President

Erika

Owner/Vice President
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Jeremy Worldwide Sales Manager

Jeremy

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Casey - Production Manager

Casey

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Project Manager & Master Craftsman

Chad

Project Manager & Master Craftsman
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John- Project Manager

John

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Thor

Master Craftsperson
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Dave

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George

Boat Building Apprentice
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Scott

Boat Building Apprentice
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Henry

Craftsperson I
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Trevor sanding

Trevor

Paint Shop Foreman & Master Craftsperson
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Adam Paint & Varnish Craftsperson

Adam

Paint & Varnish Craftsperson
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P&V Apprentice, Derek

Derek

Paint & Varnish Apprentice
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Paint shop apprentice, Nick

Nick

Paint & Varnish Apprentice
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Jesse

Metal Shop Foreman & Master Craftsperson
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Metalshop Craftsperson- Kate

Kate

Metal Shop Apprentice
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Metalshop craftsperson- Jeff

Jeff

Metal Shop Craftsperson
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Thomas- Naval Architect

Thomas

Naval Architect / Design + Engineering Team Lead
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Heather - Designer

Heather

Designer
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Boat builder operating CNC control panel with digital display in workshop facility.

Brandon

Mechanical Designer
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Stephanie

Bookkeeper
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Ralph- Purchasing

Ralph

Purchasing
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Jessica Office Manager / Marketing Coordinator

Jessica

Office Manager / Marketing Coordinator
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