Catherine Helshoj: Upholding a legacy of distinction

Successful companies are often characterized by strong leadership. For leading woodworking machinery provider Laguna Tools, that resilient leadership is provided by the company’s Vice President, Catherine Helshoj.

From Laguna Tools

With a reputation as the premier provider of high-class woodworking machinery, Laguna Tools continued to achieve success under the leadership of Helshoj who guides the company through the rough seas of the corporate world. After taking over the California-based company from her husband, Torben, Catherine continues to be the driving force behind the continued success of the company. Her principle in business is that only the bravest and the most open-minded individuals who pay extra attention to the overall business situation will be the ones who reap the most benefits.




Laguna Tools believes that nothing can be achieved without an absolute dedication to crafting high-quality products that far exceed a customer’s expectations. Catherine Helshoj continues to uphold the legacy of excellence that the company is known for.

From Laguna Tools

This attention to detail and the unyielding passion for perfection in creating superior products has earned Laguna Tools many distinctions from different woodworking magazines and organizations such as:
1. 2011 May Wood Magazine Band Saw-Top Tool Approved-Editor’s Choice
2. 2008 Fine Woodworking and Fine Homebuilding Best Overall-Editor’s Choice
3. 2008 3LUXE Simply the best of everything-“BEST OF” Selections

From Laguna Tools

More information about Catherine Helshoj is available at www.lagunatools.com.