WHO WE ARE
Your Automation Partner
Industrial facilities rely on GTH as an industrial automation company that helps modernize systems, improve operational visibility, and support long-term reliability.
OUR CORE VALUES DRIVE US FORWARD
Our Mission & Core Values
Our company brings value to our clients by utilizing our expertise in automation and control solutions to improve performance, reduce waste and provide valuable data while establishing successful partnerships throughout the lifecycle of our projects. Our culture is one of continuous improvement to benefit our employees and customers.
Our Core Values were developed based on how our founder, George Hall and current owner, Chuck Niemann have led this company and they continue to drive us forward. GTH takes pride in our culture and our people, and consistently strives to provide the best products and services to our valued customers. Our team and our control solutions are built beyond expectations.
OUR TEAM
We value a positive work environment that is comprised of both mutual respect and accountability.
OUR SERVICE
We value our customers, which is why we have been The House That Service Built since 1932.
OUR CULTURE
We value honesty, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance.
OUR PRODUCT
We value quality workmanship and we always stand by the products and solutions we provide.
OUR FUTURE
We value progress and continuously strive to improve for the betterment of our customers, industry, and environment.
GTH IS CERTIFIED BY DQS TO ISO 9001:2015
Quality Policy
GTH is committed to meeting the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standard. GTH and its employees shall provide products and services which meet all of our customer’s expectations and all applicable requirements. To meet this commitment, we will strive for continuous improvement in all areas of our business. GTH has set the quality objectives of (1) Ensuring customer satisfaction (2) Achieving the on-time delivery of our products, and (3) Maintaining consistently high levels of quality. GTH is further committed to providing a work environment in compliance with all health, safety, and industry regulations.
Our Team
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Jeff Sanders
Senior System Integration Manager
As Sr System Integration Manager Jeff leads our Business Development and Anaheim Engineers. He is focused on growth, strategic partnerships, and delivering advanced control & automation solutions for our clients.
Laurel Kellam
PMO Manager
Laurel brings a client-focused background to her role as PMO Manager. She leads process improvement, training, and standards that strengthen communication, consistency, and project efficiency at GTH.
Alea Katan
Customer Marketing Manager
Driven by a passion for process improvement and communication, Alea leads sales and marketing initiatives at GTH which equips the sales teams with tools, messaging, and content that showcase the company's expertise and legacy.
Neda Hakimelahi
Controller
Neda is committed to financial integrity. As Controller she works towards strengthening accounting processes and data to support informed decisions and ensure long-term stability at GTH.
Mike Wootton
Technical Manager
Beginning his career at GTH as a tech in our panel shop Mike now managers our engineers in Reno. He is a U.S. Navy Veteran and is driven by his passion for technology. As Technical Manager he is mentoring the next generation of engineers at GTH.
Ryan Ortega
QA & Production Manager
GTH QA & Production Manager, Ryan, began his career as a tech in our panel shop. That foundational knowledge serves him well as he leads quality initiatives and oversees all manufacturing to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational excellence.
Chuck Niemann
Chairman of the Board
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Dina Johnson
President
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Mike Howard
Executive Vice President
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Chuck Niemann
Chairman of the Board
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Dina Johnson
President
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Mike Howard
Executive Vice President
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Dina Johnson
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Executive Vice President
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Chuck Niemann
Chairman of the Board
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Chuck Niemann
Chairman of the Board
Chuck joined GTH in 1954 as a part-time employee and grew under the mentorship of our founder. Named President in 1975, his decades of leadership shaped company culture and direction, he now serves as Chairman of the Board.
Dina Johnson
President
With a passion for technology and strategy, Dina has built a career at GTH focused on growth and continuous improvement. As President, she leads with transparency and a people-first mindset shaping the company's future.
Mike Howard
Executive Vice President
Mike began his career in controls and automation with hands-on technical work. As VP at GTH, he takes pride in developing leaders across the organization while mentoring teams and strengthening operations, innovation, and driving our overall growth.
Mike Smith
Director Of Operations
Leading a vital cross-functional team, Mike prioritizes collaboration and operational systems that support efficiency, alignment, and continuous improvement. His thrives on developing solutions that drive consistent performance and long-term success across GTH.
Our History
The Beginning of a Legacy
1932
George Hall starts the George T. Hall Company (GTH) as a manufacturer and distributor of trailers and butane heaters
1954
Chuck Niemann, GTH’s current Chairman of the Board, lands his first job at GTH
1954
1955
GTH discontinues trailer business to focus on controls full time
1962
Expansion begins with the opening of our first branch office in East Los Angeles, CA
1962
1965
GTH is officially incorporated
1969
Expansion continues with the opening of our San Diego, CA office
1969
1971
GTH opens an additional office in Long Beach, CA
1975
George Hall retires and Chuck Niemann is named as President
1975
1977
GTH opens additional offices in Ventura, CA and Colton, CA
1979
GTH headquarters moves from Los Angeles to Anaheim, CA
1979
1986
GTH acquires Jack Ray in North Hollywood, CA
2000
Acquisition of Controlco Systems and integrates the UL panel shop into GTH headquarters
2000
2006
Acquisition of AIC which expanded GTH operations into Nevada
2017
GTH earns CSIA Certified Integrator status
2017
2023
GTH is certified by DQS to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standard
2023
GTH is named System Integrator of the Year by Control Magazine
2023
2024
Dina Johnson is named President of GTH
The Legacy Continues
Since 1932, GTH has been The House That Service Built. Our enduring core values guide us as we continue advancing technology while honoring the foundation that built our legacy.
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George T. Hall (GTH) is a full-service control solutions provider. With design capabilities, programming expertise, instrumentation services, and control panel manufacturing, we create the control solutions at the core of critical industrial applications.
