Team
Our dedicated team has been serving and supporting clients – locally, nationally and internationally – for over 100 years. When you work with Muzeen & Blythe, you gain a community of positive, reputable, trusted professionals. We are an ‘all hands on deck’ operation and we learn from and support one another, share ideas, and solve problems together.
Our team is your team, and we are pleased to introduce you to:
Jake Unrau
President
Jake has been a part of the Muzeen & Blythe team since 1979 – and working with machinery for most of his life. Whether he was helping his dad on the farm, building homes with his uncle, or studying machinery in school, Jake has always been a hands-on worker who loves helping others.
When he joined Muzeen & Blythe, he started off as a machinist and served clients in that role for many years. Then in 1990, he started handling walk-ins – serving clients, vendors and suppliers – and naturally worked his way up the ladder. In 2008, Jake became the sole owner of Muzeen & Blythe.
Within his first year as owner, Jake had to navigate through the infamous financial crisis that shattered the stock market and crippled industries: a time he’ll never forget. Despite how difficult this time was, Jake ensured that his staff and clients were always paid. This philosophy has become a foundational piece of the company and our longstanding reputation for being a trusted partner in the business community.
Jake’s dedication to helping others has defined Muzeen & Blythe’s culture, presence and impact – internally and throughout the business community. Our team is your team, and we are here to serve and support you as we solve any problem.
Jack Poortenaar
Sales Manager
Jack has been a part of the Muzeen & Blythe team for over 20 years. Working alongside Jake, Jack has been instrumental in nurturing and supporting our long-term relationships with clients locally and across the globe.
His love of history, passion for design, and dedication to helping others are foundational elements of Jack’s work. When a client comes to the table with an idea sketched on a napkin or piece of paper, they know they’re in good hands with Jack. Between Jack’s intuitive nature and deep-rooted connection to his team, any challenge becomes an opportunity for success... and we make it happen.
Richard Laurin
General Manager
Richard has been with Muzeen & Blythe for two years and brings over 20 years’ experience working as an engineer and within the spheres of quality, operations and production: the key pillars of manufacturing. His drive for excellence, natural ability to solve problems under pressure, and deep-rooted respect for his team make him a tremendous leader, ally and friend at Muzeen & Blythe.
Each day may bring a new challenge, but Richard’s philosophy – to help our customers solve problems – is rooted in every conversation he has and project he takes on. With the respect and support of his team, Richard’s mission is to ensure that we solve your problem... and if we can’t help you, we will point you in the right direction.
Nathan Bell
Controller
Nathan is a newer member of the Muzeen & Blythe team, and he brings nearly 20 years’ experience working in accounting. His financial background and vision for our company will support our presence and impact for the next 100 years – locally in Winnipeg and throughout the world.