Nathan Mangum

Nate joined the team in 2022 to develop a strategic direction and operating model for the ever-expanding Lignetics Group cooking category. After successfully guiding that category through its next growth phase, he took on the role of leading Lignetics’ emerging Industrial category which consists of a wide number of products and applications from waste solidification to bioplastics. Prior to joining Lignetics, Nate served as VP and GM of New Business for Vista Outdoor.

Nate began his career working in manufacturing and operations roles for Black and Decker before transitioning into progressive product, channel, business development and other commercial roles. He also served as VP of Marketing for Jacuzzi and was general manager and co-owner of an equipment and machinery dealership.

Nate holds a mechanical engineering degree from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.