Chad Morin

About Chad Morin

As co-owner and Vice President of Sales at Gould Solenoid Valves, I partner with engineers, facility managers, distributors, and OEMs who need industrial-grade solenoid valves that perform under demanding conditions - and who need them fast.For over 70 years, Gould has built our reputation on three core strengths: quality American-made manufacturing (bronze and stainless-steel construction), lightning-fast delivery (24-48 hours or quicker for most orders, including explosion-proof Class 1 Div 2 NEMA 7 valves), and regulatory compliance (UL Listed, SAM-registered, AIS/BABA-compliant products for government and infrastructure projects).What we do: We manufacture 1/8\"–3\" NPT solenoid valves in bronze, stainless steel, and complete 316 stainless steel for pressure ranges up to 1200 PSI. Our e-commerce platform lets customers configure valves by material, pipe size, media type, voltage, and pressure requirements—then have them shipped within 24-48 hours.Who I work with- Engineers & Integrators exploring AIS/BABA-compliant options for public water systems and infrastructure projects- Facility Managers & Maintenance Teams managing downtime costs and seeking durable replacement valves- Distributors building partnerships with a manufacturer committed to quality, flexibility, and customer service- Government Contractors requiring Made-in-USA, AIS/BABA-certified componentsWhy Gould is different: We\'re not the biggest valve manufacturer, but we\'re known as the best on three fronts: quality (multi-generational employees and 30-40+ year tenured staff), speed (same-day shipping available on complex orders), and service (we stand behind every valve with responsive technical support).I joined Gould in 2011, working assembly and testing to understand our products from the ground up. I became Purchasing Manager to master costs and lead times, then led distributor development and designed our new e-commerce platform. Today, as co-owner, I\'m focused on modernizing how we serve customers while preserving the craftsmanship that defines Gould.Let\'s connect if you\'re: looking for a new valve distributor, exploring AIS/BABA-compliant options, need same-day valve shipping, or want to discuss how American-made durability and fast turnaround can reduce your downtime costs.

Experience

1. Vice President Sales

   Gould Solenoid Valves

   Jan 2020 — Present · Indianapolis, IN, US

   Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Leadership & Ownership (2020–Present)• Co-own and oversee sales operations for a SAM-registered, AIS/BABA-compliant valve manufacturer• Built and mentored sales team to support direct-to-customer and distributor channels• Grew e-commerce platform adoption, enabling customers to configure and purchase complex valves online with 24-48 hour shippingE-Commerce & Digital Transformation• Designed and implemented new e-commerce website (gouldvalve.com) with advanced product configurator• Platform enables customers to specify valves by material (bronze, stainless steel, 316SS), size (1/8\"–3\" NPT), pressure (up to 1200 PSI), voltage, and media type• Streamlined ordering process to support modern B2B purchasing—reducing time-to-purchase and expanding addressable market beyond traditional distributor channelsSales, Distributor Development & Account Management (2011–Present)• Established and grew distribution network across North America• Traveled to set up new distributor partnerships, oversee large-scale on-site projects, and provide technical support• Built strong customer relationships across aerospace, automotive, medical device, industrial automation, and government sectors• Led adoption of AIS/BABA compliance practices, positioning Gould as a preferred supplier for infrastructure and public water system projectsSupply Chain & Operations (2011–Present)• Served as Purchasing Manager, gaining deep expertise in component sourcing, vendor relationships, and lead time management• Optimized inventory and manufacturing processes to enable industry-leading 24-48 hour delivery windows• Ability to ship complex orders (e.g, Class 1 Div 2 NEMA 7 explosion-proof 24VDC valves) same-day, while competitors require weeks• Worked closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to maintain 70+ year reputation for durability and quality

Education

• Noblesville High School

  High School Diploma

  1991 — 1994

Skills

• Problem Solving
• Pneumatics
• Motion Control
• Instrumentation
• Materials
• Industrial Markets
• Motors
• Water
• Refrigeration
• Steam
• Hvac
• Process Control
• Control Valves
• Welding
• Factory
• Energy Conservation
• Plant
• Material Handling
• Boilers
• Variable Frequency Drives
• Pricing
• Actuators
• Valves
• Electricians
• Fluid Power
• Pressure
• Servo
• Bearings
• Inventory Management
• Energy Management
• Manufacturing
• Heating
• Plumbing
• Industrial Distribution
• Engineering
• Metal Fabrication
• Solenoid Valves
• Energy
• Customer Service
• Air Conditioning