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40+ Years in Business

Meet the team

The Team.

VP/ Owner

Kristina Parr

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After growing up alongside Machines & Methods and building a career in international marketing and business development, Kristina took over leadership of the company in 2018.

 

She oversees M&M’s strategy, key customer and builder relationships, major projects to long term products.

Kristina's focus focus is on preserving the personal, relationship-driven approach the company was built on while expanding its capabilities, strengthening its partnerships and positioning M&M for continued growth.

Technical Sales

Arif Daud

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arif@machinesandmethods.com

+1 425 621 8280

With more than 30 years in the machine-tool industry,

Arif brings deep technical knowledge and long-standing relationships across manufacturers and builders. He works closely with customers to understand production requirements, identify the right equipment and technology, and help move complex projects forward.

 

His experience ranges from independent manufacturers to major aerospace and defense programs. His attention to detail, technical know-how and instinct for anticipating challenges give customers confidence from the first discussion through final delivery.

Purchasing Manager

Colleen Tracy

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colleen@machinesandmethods.com

+1 425 443 1470

Colleen plays a central role in M&M’s day-to-day customer and procurement operations, particularly in support of Boeing. She manages incoming RFQs, develops and turns around pricing, sources parts and components through suppliers around the world, coordinates repairs, and keeps the details of each order moving quickly and accurately.

Colleen is known for her exceptional customer service, responsiveness and friendly, professional follow-through. She keeps customers informed, guides them through each step of the process, and brings the kind of personal attention that builds confidence, trust and long-term relationships.

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Our Story

Machines & Methods was founded in 1985 by Anthony and Marlene Parr as a small, independent machine-tool business serving manufacturers throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Anthony brought the entrepreneurial vision and industry knowledge, while Marlene helped shape the practical,

hardworking values behind the company. Together, they built M&M around real products, long-term relationships and personal service — principles that still define the business 40 years later.

Today, Machines & Methods combines the responsiveness of a boutique, family-founded company with the experience and relationships to support everything from local job shops to complex, multimillion-dollar manufacturing programs. Four decades of steady growth and long-term customer relationships have given M&M the stability to support projects of significant scale.

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Ready for a better way?

Email us with your inquiry:
Kristina Parr 
Arif Daud
Colleen Tracy
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