Echelon Supply and Service Appoints Matthew DeKay as President for Growth in 2025
People | Jan 28, 2025 | HCI Equity Partner

Echelon Supply and Service, backed by HCI Equity Partners, has appointed Matthew DeKay as its President. DeKay, who previously served as the company's Executive Vice President and CFO, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight, having been instrumental in the company's operational enhancements and financial management over the past 13 years. As President, DeKay's leadership will focus on building stronger customer partnerships, ensuring operational excellence, and guiding Echelon through its growth ambitions towards 2025 and beyond. According to Bob Hund, Chairman of the Board, DeKay's focus and dedication position Echelon for a promising future. Echelon Supply and Service is a seasoned player in industrial and hydraulic hose solutions, supporting both commercial and defense sectors across North America.
Sectors
- Manufacturing
- Private Equity
- Defense
Geography
- North America – Echelon Supply and Service operates across North America, offering industrial and hydraulic hose solutions.
Industry
- Manufacturing – Echelon Supply and Service operates in the manufacturing sector, focusing on industrial and hydraulic hose solutions.
- Private Equity – HCI Equity Partners is a private equity firm that backs Echelon Supply and Service, indicating investment activity in this sector.
- Defense – Echelon Supply and Service serves the defense market, providing specialized hose solutions to this industry.
Financials
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Echelon Supply and Service | Target Company | Company | A leader in industrial and hydraulic hose solutions, serving commercial and defense markets. |
Matthew DeKay | Individual | People | Newly appointed President of Echelon Supply and Service, previously Executive Vice President and CFO. |
HCI Equity Partners | Private Equity Firm | Company | The private equity firm backing Echelon Supply and Service. |
Bob Hund | Chairman of the Board | People | Chairman of the Board overseeing Echelon Supply and Service. |