Our Leadership

Andrew Lundgren

President

As President of Triad Machinery, Andrew has the overall strategic responsibility of the company at heart, while providing a platform for other leaders in our business to continually develop themselves and their teams. Previously, Andrew served as the Crane Business Manager for Triad starting in May of 2013. Before coming to Triad, he held positions of field sales representative and progressively held a variety of management positions for nearly 14 years within Coast Crane Company in Portland, Oregon.

Andrew’s equipment experience was established while in the United States Army, serving both as an Air Defense Officer and as a Transportation Officer.

“Early on in my career, I learned that people make decisions based on facts. This is especially true with business owners today. Time is everything with all the technology we have in our businesses. Facts are facts, even when they may involve delivering less than good news, business owners need facts in order to make timely decisions. If you understand this one piece of business, you will gain the respect and trust of your customers.

“I have always operated on the premise that everyone in the company provides value. Each position is important and a critical part of our total success. My father gave me a piece of advice early in my career and it is something that I continue to practice each day: We are all the same. We all want to be treated with respect and feel part of something. While in Europe preparing for a multinational presentation to foreign dignitaries and Generals my dad helped prepare and calm my nerves by reminding me that “you put your pants on the same way they do…one leg at a time.”

Andrew earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Resource Management from Oregon State University in 1992. In his off time, he enjoys spending time with his family fishing, camping, attending sporting events, or seeing performing arts programs.

Julie Barnes

Controller

Julie Barnes joined Triad Machinery as Controller in 2025, leading the accounting team and overseeing the financial health and compliance of the company. As Controller, Julie is responsible for accounting, financial planning, and other critical aspects of Triad Machinery's operations and business strategy. She brings 25+ years experience in finance and human resources, including roles in the construction industry, the Portland Development Commission, and Dr. Martens, and her extensive background informs her financial decision-making.

As a member of Triad Machinery's executive team, Julie brings a strong leadership style and collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve financial goals. She enjoys leading and mentoring teams while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Julie is a mother to three children (not including her family's fur kids), including twins that are current students at the University of Oregon. In her free time, Julie enjoys seeing live music, gardening, and going out to all the amazing restaurants in Portland.

Irvin Robison

Crane Business Manager

Irvin has been part of Team Triad since 2009, transitioning from more than a decade of turning wrenches as a Link-Belt Crane Master Technician to leading Sumner's service department as Service Manager in 2020. As the Crane Business Manager, his goal is to develop new customer relationships as well as strengthen existing ones, growing Triad's leading position in the market. His responsibilities include managing the crane division's operations through leadership and mentorship, covering everything from sales, rentals, service, and parts, to marketing. Irvin's extensive experience with and knowledge of the crane business in the Pacific Northwest, and background in supporting our customers in service, gives him a unique insight into the needs of our customers. His over 15 years of dedication to the company and the product have resulted in strong and robust relationships within the industry as well as directly with those at the Link-Belt factory, making him a valuable asset to Team Triad and its customers.

Irvin has over 20 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry. Specializing in Link-Belt cranes, he prides himself on his willingness to put in the work, problem solve, and keep business and construction moving forward. He serves on the advisory board for Centralia College's Diesel Technologies program, and has completed extensive certifications with Link-Belt Excavators, Link-Belt Cranes, and Cummins. When he's not busy engaging with customers and coworkers, he enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his wife and their six children.

Ken Schirman

Sumner Branch Manager

In his role, Ken is responsible for all aspects of Triad’s Western Washington operations, concentrating on customer satisfaction and strategic growth in all of Triad’s business segments. Prior to joining the Triad Machinery family in 2011, he had 10 years of experience in customer-focused sales, marketing, finance, and product support. Ken was nominated to the Pacific Logging Congress Board of Directors in 2016 and the PLC Executive Board in 2019.

Ken received his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Western Washington University. In his free time, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and four kids, coaching youth sports, the Seattle Seahawks, and Seattle Sounders.

Darrin McClintock

Portland Branch Manager

Darrin joined Team Triad's Portland branch in February of 2023, and manages Triad Machinery's business in northwest Oregon and southwest Washington.

Darrin brings a varied background in the heavy equipment industry: He spent 18 years at the Portland-area Halton Tractor, working as a mechanic, salesman, sales manager, and store manager, among other roles. From service to parts, or sales to administration, Darrin has hands-on experience and an earned understanding of what makes this industry unique.

Beyond his work in the heavy equipment business, Darrin has experience as a business owner and sales executive in other industries, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Diesel Power Technologies from Oregon Institute of Technology. When not at work, Darrin enjoys hunting, fishing and playing baseball.

Kris Hustwaite

Coburg Branch Manager

Coburg Branch Manager Kris Hustwaite brings significant experience in the heavy equipment industry: Having worked both at Triad Machinery and with other machinery dealerships, Kris earned hands-on experience as a Field Technician and Service Manager, before stepping into the role of Branch Manager at Triad Coburg. With an extensive background in the heavy equipment world, Kris has consistently shown a strong understanding of customer service, problem solving, and team leadership.

Family is everything for Kris. When not at work, he is involved in his kid’s sports, or can be found camping, hunting, or riding dirt bikes. Kris and his family all enjoy the outdoors, spending time together making new memories and having fun.

Kristy Brown

Inventory/Sale Analyst

Kristy is responsible for purchasing and inventory management of equipment for all six Triad dealership branches in the Pacific Northwest. Her career has spanned over 25 years in administrative support and customer service. Kristy has been part of the Triad Family since 2000, where she began as an independent contractor to assist the corporate staff.

In 2003, Triad hired Kristy at the Portland, OR, branch as their Service Administrator, a position she held for 15 years. Kristy then accepted a new role as the Inventory/Sales Analyst at our corporate office. Being part of an organization that shares her core beliefs of valuing employees and treating customers with integrity and honesty makes her very proud to work for Triad Machinery.

During her free time, Kristy enjoys camping, family game nights, traveling with her husband, and spoiling her grandchildren.