Find the right Carr Lane expert in your area for personalized support, product guidance, and tooling solutions.
Use the locator below to identify your Regional Sales Manager (RSM) by state or region. Each RSM is highly knowledgeable in Carr Lane’s full product offering and can assist with technical questions, application support, and local purchasing needs. Whether you're working on a new fixture design or need help selecting the right workholding components, we have you covered!
Power WorkHolding & Automation Specialist
Sheldon Thompson brings nearly two decades of experience in sales leadership and operations across manufacturing, aerospace, and packaging industries.
His background spans regional sales management, distributor network development, aerospace partner support, and team leadership focused on measurable outcomes. At Carr Lane Manufacturing, Sheldon specializes in power workholding and automation, helping customers identify the right clamping and fixturing products for their applications and production requirements.
He works directly with manufacturers and distribution partners to align product capabilities with customer needs, from initial evaluation through implementation. Sheldon's approach centers on building lasting customer relationships and translating strategic goals into practical results. He can be contacted through Carr Lane's sales team or via the carrlane.com contact page.
Global Sales Manager
Jim Miller is Global Sales Manager at Carr Lane Manufacturing, bringing nearly 15 years of experience helping manufacturers improve productivity through innovative workholding, tooling, and industrial solutions.
Throughout his career at Carr Lane, Jim has built strong relationships with customers across a wide range of industries, providing application expertise and practical solutions to meet their manufacturing challenges.
His extensive product knowledge and commitment to customer success make him a trusted resource for distributors, OEMs, and manufacturers worldwide.
Midwest & Northwest Regional Sales Manager
Sean Shores is the Regional Sales Manager for Carr Lane Manufacturing, covering a large portion of the central and western United States. Based in Minnesota, Sean's territory includes Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
With a strong background in industrial distribution, Sean is highly knowledgeable about Carr Lane’s extensive product line. His expertise in tooling and workholding solutions makes him a valuable resource for manufacturers looking to optimize their operations.
Southeastern Regional Sales Manager
Tony Christopher is a seasoned Regional Sales Manager at Carr Lane Manufacturing, boasting nearly 29 years of dedicated service. Based in Anniston, Alabama, Tony has amassed extensive experience across multiple industries, including military, agriculture, automotive, and aerospace.
His deep understanding of these sectors enables him to provide tailored tooling and workholding solutions to meet diverse manufacturing needs.Throughout his tenure at Carr Lane, Tony has become a trusted resource for clients seeking high-quality tooling components. Tony's commitment to excellence and his comprehensive industry knowledge make him an invaluable partner for manufacturers aiming to enhance their operations with reliable and efficient tooling solutions.
Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager
Bill Whitmore serves as the Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager at Carr Lane Manufacturing.
Bill began his career as a machinist and grinder, giving him firsthand experience with the tooling and workholding challenges manufacturers face on the shop floor.
He has spent more than ten years in industrial sales, building the technical knowledge and customer relationships that support effective solutions in his region.
Agriculture/Off-Road Equipment Sales Manager
Tony Flores is a seasoned professional in the manufacturing industry, currently serving as the Agriculture/Off-Road Equipment Sales Specialist based in the Greater St. Louis area. Tony brings a wealth of experience in sales and account management, particularly in the agricultural sector.
In his role Tony focuses on providing high-quality agricultural tooling components to equipment manufacturers.Carr Lane's innovative solutions provide exceptional hold-down force and repeatability, ensuring reliability and efficiency in agricultural equipment manufacturing.
Northeastern Regional Sales Manager
Based outside of Myrtle Beach, SC, Michael brings a strong background in manufacturing engineering and years of experience in tooling sales. His sales expertise includes working with a former Carr Lane distributor, giving him valuable insight into the company’s extensive product line and customer needs.
With a deep understanding of industrial tooling components and manufacturing solutions, Michael is committed to providing exceptional service and support to customers across the Northeast. His expertise, combined with Carr Lane Manufacturing’s reputation for high-quality, American-made tooling components, ensures that clients receive the best solutions for their application.
Aerospace Sales Specialist
Adam Hanks is an Aerospace Sales Specialist at Carr Lane Manufacturing, bringing extensive experience in aerospace manufacturing and tooling solutions. Based in Oklahoma, Adam has a strong background in machining aerospace parts, tooling sales, and working with major aerospace companies across the U.S.
His deep industry knowledge and technical expertise make him a valuable resource for customers seeking high-quality aerospace tooling components and fixtures. With a commitment to quality and precision, he works closely with customers to ensure they have the best components for their applications. His expertise, combined with Carr Lane’s long-standing reputation in aerospace tooling, reinforces the company’s position as a trusted leader in the industry.
Sales & Business Development India
Michael Bhaskar is the Sales & Business Development Manager at Carr Lane India, based in Chennai. With a strong background in industrial sales and market development, Michael plays a key role in expanding Carr Lane’s presence across India and Asia.
He combines deep knowledge of tooling and workholding solutions with a customer-first approach, helping manufacturers boost productivity and precision. Michael represents Carr Lane’s commitment to delivering high-quality components tailored to the needs of the Indian & Asia market.