Our Team

Arifumi Okada
CEO

Arifumi Okada joined Lonseal Corporation in 2026 and currently serves as CEO. With international experience from assignments in Singapore and China, Mr. Okada brings a strong understanding of diverse cultures and global business environments. Based in Tokyo, Japan, he provides strategic leadership for Lonseal’s international operations and works closely with Lonseal Inc. to strengthen collaboration between the U.S. and Japan, support business growth, and advance the company’s long-term success in the U.S. market and beyond.

Hideyoshi Ando
President

Hideyoshi Ando has served as President of Lonseal Inc. since January 2025. Since joining Lonseal Corporation in 2004, he has held key roles in research and development, purchasing, and international sales, including serving as R&D Manager for Lonseal Inc. from 2010 to 2015. With extensive knowledge of the U.S. and global markets, Mr. Ando leads Lonseal Inc.’s strategic direction, strengthens collaboration between the U.S. and Japan, and guides the company’s continued growth and long-term success.

Peter Padilla
Director of Sales & Marketing

Peter Padilla joined Lonseal Inc. in 2009 and currently serves as Director of Sales & Marketing. With extensive experience in international sales, logistics, business development, and marketing, Mr. Padilla leads Lonseal’s sales and marketing strategy and oversees its network of sales representatives. He works closely with customers and industry partners to identify evolving market needs, develop new business opportunities, and strengthen Lonseal’s presence across domestic and international markets.

Kathryn Virgen
Western U.S. Sales Manager – Building & Construction Division

With more than 18 years of sales experience, including over a decade in the flooring industry, Kathryn Virgen brings extensive market knowledge and a customer-focused approach to her role at Lonseal Inc. As Western U.S. Sales Manager for the Building & Construction Division, Ms. Virgen works closely with customers, architects, designers, and industry partners to develop new business opportunities and strengthen existing relationships. Her approach emphasizes understanding customer needs, open communication, and providing responsive support to build lasting partnerships throughout the Western U.S.

Richard Wilton
Eastern U.S. Sales Manager – Building & Construction Division

With more than 25 years of experience in the commercial flooring industry, Richard Wilton brings extensive industry knowledge and an international perspective to his role at Lonseal Inc. His career began in the UK before expanding to the U.S., where he developed considerable experience in regional sales and national accounts. As Eastern U.S. Sales Manager for the Building & Construction Division, Mr. Wilton works closely with architects, designers, sales representatives, and customers to strengthen relationships, develop new business opportunities, and expand Lonseal’s presence throughout the Eastern U.S.

Marc Wills
Sales Manager – Specialty Flooring Division

Marc Wills brings extensive sales experience and a customer-focused approach to his role as Sales Manager for Lonseal’s Specialty Flooring Division. Serving specialized markets including aviation, marine, specialty vehicles, military, exhibits, and entertainment, Mr. Wills works closely with customers and industry partners to develop business opportunities and identify flooring solutions for unique and demanding applications. His focus on understanding customer requirements and providing responsive support helps strengthen relationships and expand Lonseal’s presence across its diverse specialty markets.

Prescilla Vielman
Customer Service Manager

Prescilla Vielman brings a customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach to her role as Customer Service Manager at Lonseal Inc. Drawing on her experience in training and multi-location team leadership, Ms. Vielman oversees customer service operations with a focus on effective communication, order coordination, and responsive support. Her emphasis on problem-solving and process improvement helps strengthen customer relationships, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure a consistent service experience throughout the customer journey.

Eric Neihouse
Manager of Technical Services & Quality Assurance

Eric Neihouse joined Lonseal Inc. in 2011, bringing more than 12 years of prior experience in the architectural and construction industries. Since joining Lonseal, Mr. Neihouse has expanded his expertise across the company’s commercial and specialty markets and their unique technical requirements. He oversees the technical and performance aspects of Lonseal’s products, including installation, technical documentation, testing, and product qualification. Mr. Neihouse also oversees Lonseal’s quality management system, helping ensure product performance, regulatory compliance, and continued customer satisfaction.

Robert Messner Controller

Alfredo Miranda Human Resources and IT Manager

Kunio Nishi Research and Development Manager

Tab Suvarnasuddhi Marketing Manager