C4 Industrial Solutions
The C4 Vision-
"To revolutionize the American manufacturing industry by driving innovation through automation, optimizing processes, and empowering personnel development, while cultivating a collaborative environment of subject matter experts dedicated to shaping a more efficient and sustainable future."
About our team!
Engaging with seasoned professionals endowed with extensive knowledge of industry and manufacturing is paramount for achieving success in today's dynamic business environment. C4 can serve as indispensable guides, offering a profound understanding of the intricacies within their respective fields.
Drawing from years of experience, C4 brings a nuanced perspective on industry trends, technological advancements, and efficient manufacturing processes. Their expertise equips businesses with strategic insights, enabling them to navigate challenges, optimize operations, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Whether it's streamlining production workflows, implementing cutting-edge technologies, or devising innovative solutions, C4 will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of your organization.
MEET OUR TEAM!
Blake Casagrande
President and Chief Executive Officer
Blake co-founded C4 Industrial Solutions with his business partner, Caleb Hensley. Before launching C4 Industrial, Blake served in the U.S. Air Force and held the position of Technical Authority for Shell Oil Company, overseeing all assets on oil platforms in the Gulf of Mexico.
During his career, Blake designed and commissioned the first methane biogas refineries in northern Missouri, as well as serving as a maintenance and engineering leader both regionally and globally.
Blake's commitment to continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest industry trends ensures that he brings innovative ideas and fresh perspective to every project. His dedication to excellence, coupled with his strong work ethic, has earned him the trust and respect of his clients, who value his insights and guidance.
Blake holds a B.S., in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, as well as organizational leadership and financial analytics from Harvard business school. He holds a Universal EPA License and ISA certified tech (CCST).
Outside of his professional endeavors, Blake can be found on his farm enjoying time outdoors with his wife Brianna, and their two sons Gentry and Jax.
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Caleb Hensley
Chief Operating Officer
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Caleb co-founded C4 Industrial Solutions with over two decades of experience spanning the mining, automotive manufacturing, and food and beverage industries.
Beginning his career as a mechanic in the mining sector, Caleb quickly distinguished himself through dedication and technical expertise. Over 12+ years, he advanced from contractor in the maintenance department to Surface Foreman, holding key roles in three states. Notably, he served as Maintenance Manager for the second-largest coal preparation plant in the United States.
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Caleb's career trajectory shifted when he transitioned to automotive manufacturing, a pivotal move that allowed him to apply his mechanical experience while pursuing advanced studies. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management and Applied Engineering from Southern Illinois University, building a strong foundation for leadership roles in maintenance and operations management.
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In the last decade, Caleb has successfully led maintenance operations for major companies in the food and beverage industry, leveraging his expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. A certified Green Belt and OSHA 30-hour safety professional, he brings a comprehensive approach to operational excellence. His credentials also include Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification, Better Process Control certification, and EMT training.
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Beyond his professional accomplishments, Caleb is deeply committed to safety and community. As a member of the fire brigade during his mining career, he demonstrated a strong commitment to workplace safety and emergency preparedness.
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Caleb has been married to his wife, Tylanna, for eight years, and they have two children, Maddox (18) and Emma (6). In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and outdoor adventures with his family.
Lisa started her career as a Materials Management Specialist working with the largest distributor of pipe, valve, and fitting products and services to the energy and industrial markets worldwide.
Lisa has amassed over 20 years of experience in reliability practices that showcase her drive to achieve operational excellence and efficiency.
Her career includes playing an integral part working with one of the nation’s largest oil and natural gas producers in various aspects that include Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Total Process Reliability (TPR).
Lisa is certified in Lean/Six Sigma applications, Leadership and Development, Condition Based Monitoring techniques, and CMMS implementation. She has utilized her excellent technical writing abilities to publish articles for Construction Business Owner and other large publications.
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Lisa brings a goal-oriented approach with strong organizational skills to achieve a vision to put process and people in place to achieve long term goals by analyzing organizational needs and pinpointing primary objectives.
Being a resident of Wyoming, Lisa is most enthusiastic about her time with family and animals. She is an active hunter and angler enjoying all things living life elevated.
Lisa Wayne
Director, Field Operations
Dennis Dabbs
Senior Manager, Field Operations
Dennis has 20 years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical components in an industrial environment. This includes electrical components & end devices of automated systems as well as motor control circuits. Dennis graduated from the IBEW/NECA inside wireman apprenticeship program in 1998.
Dennis’s professionalism and attention to detail has led him to experience many roles in the industrial maintenance & construction trades. These roles include planner & scheduler, maintenance supervisor and maintenance manager in the oil industry in central California.
Dennis is committed to continuous improvement processes such as TPR (Total Process Reliability), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), RCA (Root Cause Analysis), RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis) and places a strong emphasis on the 2-Second Lean strategies. He is passionate about maintenance and is dedicated to bringing out the best in people and processes. He is a believer in the “don’t ever let good enough be good enough” philosophy.
Dennis’s Vision:
“A reliable and efficient maintenance program is the cornerstone to a safe, happy & productive work environment which leads employees to take pride in their work and ownership in the organization which ultimately leads to a profitable and sustainable business.”
Brandon S. Lawson is a transformational and results-oriented executive with a proven track record in improving engineering, reliability, and maintenance. With broad industry experience in petrochemical, chemical, alternative energy, and manufacturing, Brandon is a designer of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) systems that consistently enhance operational reliability and drive business results.
With a collaborative leadership style, Brandon excels at developing high-performance teams and evolving the collective and individual skilled trades acumen and skills. He is fully conversant with industry standards and specifications such as API, ASME, ASTM, and ANSI. Brandon's expertise extends to predictive and condition-based preventive maintenance practices, process control systems, life cycle analysis, corrosion prevention, boilers, and burners.
In his professional history, Brandon has held key roles in leading organizations. As a Maintenance Supervisor at Natures Bakery, he led a team of maintenance technicians in ensuring the uninterrupted operation of bakery equipment. He conducted regular inspections, diagnosed mechanical issues, and trained new maintenance staff, resulting in a more skilled and efficient team. Brandon also collaborated with production and quality control teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and equipment upgrades, leading to enhanced product quality and consistency.
Brandon's experience also includes positions such as Field Maintenance Foreman at Omni Solutions and Maintenance Supervisor at DRS Marlo Coil, where he ensured strict adherence to safety standards and performed troubleshooting and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems. He has additional experience as a Field Maintenance Foreman at True North, a BP contractor, and as a Journeyman Laborer at Leonard Masonry.
Brandon's educational background includes a comprehensive understanding of maintenance and engineering principles. He has directed and supervised field maintenance technicians, implemented proactive maintenance approaches, conducted on-the-job training, and managed equipment inventory and maintenance records.
With his expertise in maintenance leadership and reliability engineering, Brandon S. Lawson is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize equipment performance, improve process efficiency, and enhance overall reliability.
In Brandon’s spare time he loves spending time with his family. Wife Jessica, sons Brent, Liam, Lincoln and daughter Brianna. Brandon and his family love traveling and being outdoors.
Brandon Lawson
Field Consultant
