Martin & Vleminckx, a leader in the design, manufacture, fabrication, and installation of traditional wooden roller coasters, has announced that Nathan Jones will be joining the team in the role of president, while the previous president Pierre Cloutier takes on the role of CEO. Cloutier will now offer long-term strategic input and Jones will oversee day-to-day operations.
“We are very excited to have Nathan join the Martin & Vleminckx team’’ says Alain Vleminckx, founder and chairman. “Nathan’s depth of expertise and respected industry leadership will usher in an exciting new chapter for Martin & Vleminckx that will build on our successful track record in the industry.’’
An industry veteran
Jones has worked in the business for more than 24 years and has previously held executive management positions at WhiteWater, Vekoma Rides and Brogent Technology. At each of these leading attraction manufacturers, he has helped to drive change during periods of growth.
Jones is also active within the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA). Currently, he is serving as VP on the Executive Committee and is also a board member on the International Board, and chairperson of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Committee. Jones has previously been included on blooloop’s list of the top 50 Theme Park Influencers.
“I am thrilled to join the team at Martin & Vleminckx at such an exciting time,” he says. “I am inspired by the vision for the future and to be a part of this executive team with the clear goal to deliver the best attractions in the industry.”
Martin & Vleminckx was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Mont-Royal, Canada, with additional facilities in Florida and China. It works on the design and delivery of wood coasters of all sizes and types, as well as fabrication, construction, quality control, ride maintenance, ride distribution, dismantling, and installation of other amusement ride systems, and ride parts distribution.
