Treatment Equipment Company

Dennis Gleason
Dennis is the President and Owner of Treatment Equipment Company. He has been involved in the wastewater market since the early 70’s, and in addition to his sales and management leadership at TEC, he is responsible for the strategic direction of the firm. Dennis is involved in the review committee for the Pacific Northwest Clean Water Association, serves on numerous manufacturer rep councils, and is a life member of Water Environment Federation. He has a degree in Civil/Sanitary Engineering from Marquette University, where he was President of the Triangle Engineering Fraternity, and outside the office he enjoys golf, travel, and collecting wine.

Ric Tower
For over 3 decades, Ric was an Owner and Partner in Treatment Equipment Company, and he currently serves as an advisor and consultant to the firm, providing us with valuable insight and expertise on the water industry. He is a life member of both the American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Federation, and is a Certified Engineering Technician. Ric has a bachelor’s degree in English and a technical degree in Mechanical Engineering. In his spare time he can be found sailing, traveling, or enjoying a good book.

Dean Wood
Dean brings over a decade of experience in industrial process equipment sales and application engineering to Treatment Equipment Company, and he has taken a leadership role in the Oregon region. He has a degree in Civil Engineering from Oregon State University, and is actively involved with City of West Linn Oregon Planning Commission. Outside of the office, Dean enjoys playing golf, coaching soccer, and spending time with his family.

Jim Gleason
Jim has been with TEC since 1991, and since 2001, has led the firm’s MBR business. Since that time, he has been responsible for over 40 Enviroquip MBR projects with a host of different clients – municipal, tribal, government agencies, and developers. In addition to his project leadership, Jim is also involved with the Washington State Department of Health LOSS Rule Advisory Committee, helping to develop legislative language for use by WA State for treatment facilities up to 100,000 gpd. Jim graduated from Seattle University with a degree in Marketing, and he spends his free time with his three kids, going to concerts, or on the golf course.

Josh Gleason
Josh leads TEC’s Southwest region, and has experience working at both consulting firms and investment banks. Prior to joining Treatment Equipment Company, Josh worked for Morgan Stanley in both New York and Los Angeles. Josh has a degree in Biology from Stanford University, where he was captain of the track and field team, and an MBA with honors from UCLA Anderson. He is a Board Member of the Pasadena Chapter of the Stanford Alumni Association, and in his spare time can be found on his mountain bike or on the golf course.

Paul Hughes
Paul draws on nearly 2 decades of wastewater experience in managing the Northern California / Western Nevada region for TEC. He began his career as a lead operator and utilities supervisor for a small California agency, then transitioned into a regional management role at a global wastewater equipment manufacturer, where he authored two patents on tertiary filtration. Before joining TEC, Paul’s most recent role was leading business development for a large water/wastewater contractor. He studied business communications at Azusa Pacific University, and is a former board member of the Western-Pacific Chapter of the DBIA (Design-Build Institute of America). Paul likes to spend his free time with family and friends, and he enjoys camping and sporting events.