Patterson Dental launches
Grins for a Good Cause national breast cancer awareness initiative...
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Patterson Companies breaks ground on upgraded technology center...
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Patterson Medical acquires rehabilitation businesses of DCC Healthcare…
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Patterson Medical launches new PTOS software Version 4.5, with market-leading functionality for rehabilitation professionals...
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Patterson Dental extends Diamond Level Corporate partnership with American Association of Dental Office Managers...
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Visionary leadership
The Company’s growth derives from doing what is best for the customer. For over a century, Patterson leaders have provided clear vision and direction in executing growth strategies built on this foundation – a record of stability and success still going strong today.
Introducing our team of executive officers:
Scott P. Anderson,
President and Chief Executive Officer
The Patterson Companies Board of Directors named Scott president and chief executive officer in 2010. He served as president of Patterson Dental, the Company’s largest business, since 2006. Senior management positions held with the dental unit also include vice president, sales, and vice president, marketing. Scott began his career as a Patterson Dental territory sales representative.
Peter L. Frechette,
Chairman of the Board
In addition to holding this position since 1985, Pete’s leadership posts with the Company have included chief executive officer (1982 to 2005) and president (1982 to 2003). Pete currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Before his career with Patterson, Pete worked for American Hospital Supply Corp. for 18 years, the last seven of which he served as president, Scientific Products Division.
R. Stephen Armstrong,
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Steve was elected to his position in 1999. His prior record of employment includes assurance partner with Ernst & Young LLP, currently the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm.
Jerome E. Thygesen,
Vice President, Human Resources
Jerry accepted his position with Patterson in 2006. Before joining Patterson, he held the posts of vice president, organizational development for Fairview Red Wing Health Services and director of Human Resources for Red Wing Shoe Company.
Paul A. Guggenheim,
President, Patterson Dental
Paul became president of Patterson Dental in 2010. He has held distinguished leadership posts in the industry for over 25 years, including president of Guggenheim Brothers Dental Supply Co., acquired by Patterson Dental in 2000. Paul also managed Patterson’s Southwest Region for several years.
George L. Henriques,
President, Webster Veterinary
George began his tenure as president of Patterson’s veterinary unit in 2006. Before providing leadership in this capacity, he served as Webster’s chief information officer.
David P. Sproat,
President, Patterson Medical
Dave transitioned to president of the Company’s rehabilitation supply business in 2005, after serving as vice president of sales and in various other sales and marketing capacities with Patterson’s dental unit.