
Leadership
Experienced Leaders. Shared Values.
At Northwest Corp., leadership is built on experience, integrity, and a commitment to people. Together, our leadership team works to support our employees, serve our customers, and continue building on the family values that have guided Northwest since 1981.

Leading by Example
Northwest Corp. has grown through strong leadership, trusted relationships, and a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers and community. Our leaders work alongside employees every day, helping create a culture built on safety, teamwork, and exceptional service.
From project planning and operations to customer relationships and employee development, our leadership team is dedicated to helping our people succeed while delivering solutions that exceed expectations.

Meet the Leadership Team

Don Lueders
Owner
Don purchased Northwest Corp. in 1999 and helped transform the company from a small concrete cutting business into one of the Midwest's trusted specialty contractors. His commitment to family values, strong leadership, and investing in people established the culture that continues to guide Northwest today. And when the team needs an extra set of hands, you'll still find Don behind the wheel hauling oversized loads across the Midwest while continuing to mentor and support the next generation of Northwest leaders.

Landon Lueders
President & Co-Owner
Landon leads Northwest Corp. with a focus on strategic growth, customer relationships, and developing the next generation of leaders. Inspired by the leadership and values established by his father, he is committed to building on Northwest's strong foundation while preparing the company for continued growth. He works closely with customers, industry partners, and local business leaders to strengthen relationships and create new opportunities throughout the region.

Logan Lueders
Vice President & Co-Owner
Logan oversees Northwest's daily shop operations and works closely with field crews to keep projects running safely and efficiently. As Vice President, he leads with a people-first mindset, fostering a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. While he oversees day-to-day production, he's never afraid to jump behind the controls of a crane or big rig when the job calls for it—reflecting the hands-on leadership that defines Northwest.

Anthony Wynja
Director of Operations — Crane & Rigging, Heavy Haul, & Industrial Storage
Anthony joined Northwest Corp. in 2010 as a crew member and quickly helped launch the company's crane and rigging division. Today, he oversees operations, project and lift planning, sales, logistics, and field execution while leading one of the region's most respected crane and rigging teams. His commitment to safety, customer relationships, and operational excellence continues to drive the division's success. When the need arises, you'll still find Anthony behind the controls of one of Northwest's cranes, leading by example.

Chantz Pederson
Crane Services Manager, STSC
Chantz coordinates the day-to-day scheduling and logistics that keep Northwest's crane division running efficiently. Working closely with customers, operators, and project teams, he helps ensure equipment, crews, and projects are aligned for safe, timely, and successful execution. His strong communication, attention to detail, and collaborative approach help keep every project moving forward.

Mike Palmer
Concrete Services Manager
Mike began his career at Northwest Corp. as a concrete cutter, gaining firsthand experience in the field before transitioning into sales and management. His understanding of the work, the equipment, and what it takes to complete a project successfully allows him to provide practical solutions tailored to each customer's needs. Together with Nic, Mike helps lead the continued growth of Northwest's Concrete Cutting & Demolition division by building trusted relationships and supporting projects from estimate through completion.

Nic Auringer
Project Manager — Concrete Cutting & Demolition
Nic began his Northwest career in the field as a concrete cutter, giving him valuable hands-on experience that continues to shape his customer-first approach. His practical knowledge helps contractors, businesses, and project teams identify the right concrete cutting and demolition solutions while keeping projects moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Together with Mike, Nic is committed to growing Northwest's Concrete Cutting & Demolition division through responsive service, strong partnerships, and dependable results.

Jarrod Heintzman
Shop Manager
Behind every successful project is equipment that's ready to perform, and that's where Jarrod comes in. As Shop Manager, he oversees the maintenance, repair, and reliability of Northwest's cranes, heavy haul trucks, trailers, concrete cutting equipment, blades, and specialized tools. He also takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient shop—ensuring our crews have the equipment they need, when they need it, to keep projects moving safely and on schedule.

Mike Drennen, CPA
Financial Controller
Mike keeps the numbers, financial systems, and day-to-day accounting at Northwest running smoothly. As a CPA, he brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to managing the company's finances and helping keep the systems behind the business connected. Quiet by nature but mighty with the numbers, Mike is always willing to talk through a question, provide insight, and help the team make sense of the details that keep Northwest moving forward.

Amanda Nielsen
Human Resources Manager
Amanda supports the people who make Northwest successful. From recruiting and onboarding to payroll, benefits, and employee development, she helps foster a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. Her people-first approach reflects Northwest's commitment to building a strong team and an even stronger culture. If you're considering a career with Northwest, Amanda will likely be one of the first people to welcome you to the team.

Leadership Philosophy
Building a Company People Are Proud to Be Part Of
Northwest's leadership team shares a common goal: creating an environment where employees, customers, and communities thrive. By investing in people, maintaining a strong safety culture, and building lasting relationships, they continue to guide the company with the same values that have defined Northwest for more than four decades.
Board of Advisors
Better Decisions. Stronger Together.
As Northwest Corp. has grown, so has our commitment to thoughtful leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement. That's why we intentionally established a Board of Advisors—bringing together experienced professionals who provide mentorship, strategic insight, and trusted guidance as our company continues to evolve.
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Our Board of Advisors doesn't make decisions for Northwest; they help us make better ones. By offering outside perspectives, asking thoughtful questions, and sharing decades of experience, they help challenge ideas, encourage innovation, and support long-term planning while preserving the family values and people-first culture that define our company.
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We believe the best ideas come from collaboration, and we're grateful for the guidance, experience, and mentorship our advisors provide as we continue building for the future. It's one more way we demonstrate our commitment to our clients, our employees, and the future of Northwest Corp.

Careers
Build Your Future With Northwest
Great projects start with great people. If you're looking for a career with a family-owned company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
