Larry traveled extensively around the world in positions including sales, research and development (he was a chemist), and also quality control before he decided to begin Alliance Abrasives to convert belts, discs, and rolls for industrial distribution.

  Darlene Hunter just retired as company president and Larry will oversee the day-to-day operation of the 28,000 square foot production facility.  They have three grown children, seven grandchildren, and two dachshunds.