Northern Tool + Equipment Announces the Passing of Founder Don Kotula
BURNSVILLE, Minn., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Tool + Equipment founder Don Kotula passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 20, at the age of 78. The passionate entrepreneur founded Northern Tool in 1981 and built it into a nationwide destination for trades professionals and serious DIYers by focusing on producing an exceptional experience for customers and by running the company with a steadfast focus on remaining true to his values.
- BURNSVILLE, Minn., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Tool + Equipment founder Don Kotula passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 20, at the age of 78.
- Don knew early in his career that focusing on the customer and delivering an exceptional experience was the key to a lasting relationship.
- Don's values are what built Northern Tool and continue to permeate throughout their nearly 3,000 employees to this day.
- We are excited about the future of Northern Tool, thanks in large part to the solid foundation and values our dad instilled in all of us.