OPW Names Kevin Long as New President

HAMILTON, Ohio (March 13, 2017)—OPW, a Dover Company, announced that Kevin Long has been appointed the company’s new president, according to a statement. “I’m excited to be joining OPW the same year that it celebrates its 125th anniversary,” Long said in the statement. “To be in business for more than a century is truly a testament to the innovation, quality and customer focus the OPW team strives to deliver. I’m honored to be joining the team.” Long joined Dover in 2014 as the president of Colder Products Company (CPC). “While at CPC, Kevin led efforts to accelerate new product development, drive continuous improvement and develop talent within the organization,” Dover Fluids President and CEO Bill Spurgeon said. “As Kevin takes over the reins at OPW, we look forward to him continuing the company’s legacy of innovation and quality.” Prior to joining Dover, Long was vice president of customer care at KaVo-Kerr, a division of Danaher. He also held various product management, operations and general management roles while at Danaher. Long started his career at International Paper in its Leadership Development Program. He graduated from Ohio State University with a BS and MS in mechanical engineering, and received his MBA from MIT. Long replaces David Crouse, who was named president for Dover Fluids’ new Dover Fueling Solutions organization last December.