A Vibrant Vision, The Entrepreneurship of Multigenerational Family Business, by Richard N. Seaman, shares his experiences of growing his family business and building an industrial fabrics business into a multi-million dollar company, while at the same time encouraging his children and grandchildren to become stewards of this treasured family business.
Learn more about his ideas around creating and sustaining a family-owned business.
Our HistoryIn 1949, World War II veteran and entrepreneur, Norm Seaman pursued a vision to create fabrics that could set a new world standard for versatility and performance. With a kitchen laboratory and two sewing machines in a basement workshop in Canal Fulton, Ohio, he developed the company’s earliest products. These early efforts established a platform for quality, performance and customer service that today distinguishes the company as a global leader.
Leadership Team & BoardA privately held business, Seaman Corporation is governed by an independent outside Board of Directors. Jeff Swartz, President, manages the daily operations of the company and guides a group of top leaders among all business functions who form Seaman Corporation’s Strategic Leadership Team.
Accomplishments & AwardsSeaman Corporation adopts the Lean Sigma® approach to operational excellence. In 2012, we earned the esteemed Perfect Engine Award, in recognition of our commitment to continuous improvement. To learn more about our accomplishments and awards, click the link below.
Our Commitment to SustainabilityIn light of the megatrends toward declining natural resources and increasing customer expectations, Seaman Corporation recognizes the need to be radically transparent and mindful in our business practices. We embrace a holistic approach to sustainability, taking the best possible care we can to have positive impacts on our people, our communities and the natural world as we operate our business.
