Walter Banta

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Vice President of Operations, Brentwood Industries

Walter Banta serves as Brentwood’s vice president of operations. In this role, he oversees the planning and execution of manufacturing processes across Brentwood’s global network of facilities, focusing on innovation and continuous improvement to ensure high-quality products.

With a background in engineering, Banta excels at process and organizational optimization. Under his leadership, Brentwood has adopted modern manufacturing techniques, increased automation to streamline operations, built a robust global supply chain, and increased production efficiencies.

Banta’s approach emphasizes expertise, teamwork, and collaboration. He works closely with Brentwood’s global teams, building strong relationships focused on employee safety, shared corporate culture, and operational excellence.

Beyond work, he enjoys cycling, skiing, and traveling with his wife, Caitlin. Together, they share their passions with their two daughters, Astrid and Alice.