Orion Industries, Dimension Bond Announce Leadership Change

George Osterhout. Photo Credits: Orion Industries

Orion Industries Ltd. (Orion) and Dimension Bond Inc. (DB), of the applied functional coatings industry, is experiencing a leadership change. George Osterhout, the president and visionary leader of Orion and DB, and its sister company Surface Solutions Group (SSG), is retiring. Kevin Hess has been appointed president of the three companies in wake of Osterhout’s retirement.

Osterhout retires following 25 years of service to the companies with a total of 48 years in the functional coatings industry, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, expansion and success. Osterhout was instrumental in taking Orion and DB to new heights, expanding strategic partnerships with customers and suppliers, and driving continuous growth. Under his leadership, Orion and DB achieved AS9100D with ISO 9001 certification and ITAR registration. During his tenure, Osterhout played a pivotal role in the formation of SSG to focus exclusively on serving the medical device market.

“George had a unique talent in creating a cohesive team, which contributed to the technical and financial growth of all the companies,” says Bruce Nesbitt, the companies’ founder and chief technology officer.

Kevin Hess

While the companies bid farewell to Osterhout, he continues to contribute his talents and industry knowledge to Orion’s and DB’s future success in the role of senior advisor. As a trusted resource, Osterhout will share invaluable insights, wisdom and experience to promote a seamless transition.

“Kevin brings impressive design engineering and functional coatings experience to the companies, and has been an integral part of our leadership team for nearly five years as vice president,” Osterhout says.

Hess earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University. With his strategic vision, 20 years of industry knowledge and proven leadership skills, Hess is poised to build upon the strong foundation laid by Osterhout, and lead Orion and DB into the next phase of innovation, growth and success.

“With Kevin at the helm, the companies will ensure continued technical excellence and growth,” Nesbitt says.