April 15, 2025 (Caledonia, Mich.) – Viking Group, a fire protection manufacturer and supplier based in Caledonia, Michigan, announced today a series of executive-level position adjustments.
James Golinveaux has been elevated to the role of Chairman of the Board Viking Group. Since joining Viking as President and CEO in 2017, James has been a cornerstone of Viking’s growth and innovation. With James’ leadership, supported by the exceptional employees of the Viking Group, the company has expanded product offerings, increased footprint, and reinforced commitment to safety and customer-focused solutions. As Chairman, James will continue to serve the Viking Group through direct engagement with customers, industry associations, and laboratories while also leading our intellectual property development and defense. James will also help shape Viking’s product roadmap, which is something he’s uniquely positioned to do given his background in fire protection, including dozens of patents and involvement in NFPA standards development.
“Under James’ leadership, Viking has thrived, improving its position as an unquestioned leader in fire protection,” said Klaus Hofmann, Chairman of Minimax Viking Group, owner of Viking Group, Inc. “James is not only well-respected internationally as a leader in the field, his dedication to both our mission and our people is truly unmatched.”
Jeremy Morton has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer. Since joining Viking in 2019, he has played a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth, efficiency, and strategic direction, most recently in his position as Chief Operating Officer, which he has held since 2020. Before joining Viking, he was President of STANLEY Access Technologies, a division of Stanley Black & Decker, and held key leadership positions at Ingersoll Rand and Schneider Electric. A graduate of Purdue University with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree, Jeremy is dedicated to operational excellence, strategic expansion, and fostering innovation within the fire protection industry.
Additionally, Jamie Halfmann will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. With nearly 20 years in leadership at Viking, Jamie brings a deep knowledge of the organization to his new position. Having served as Chief Financial Officer since 2020, he has been instrumental in strengthening Viking’s financial strategy, optimizing operations, and supporting the company’s long-term growth. His expertise in financial planning, operational efficiency, and cross-functional leadership has helped Viking expand its market presence.
Founded over a century ago, Viking Corporation began as a fire sprinkler manufacturer and later expanded to include a dedicated distribution network, Viking SupplyNet, creating one of the most integrated supply chains in the industry. With a leadership team rooted in engineering, manufacturing, and corporate strategy, Viking continues to set the standard for quality, innovation, and customer-focused solutions.