Superior Industries Inc. has appointed an accomplished industry veteran to a brand new leadership position in the company. John Rodriguez, who recently came to the manufacturer after a long career with Weir/Trio, is Superior’s first director of products and applications. “Anyone who talks with ‘J-Rod’ feels his genuine excitement for innovative products and senses the depth of his understanding for…
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Hrbek Rejoins Superior Sales Team
Superior Industries Inc. recently added Brad Hrbek to its domestic equipment sales team. Hrbek, who will celebrate a quarter-century of service to the construction equipment industry next year, is Superior’s new equipment territory sales manager in the Southeast. “Brad is well-known for his strong work ethic and vast knowledge of bulk material applications,” said Scott Gulan, sales manager for Superior’s…
Read MoreKirby Promoted to North America Sales Director – East
Kolberg Pioneer Inc., Johnson Crushers International Inc. and Astec Mobile Screens Inc. announced the promotion of Darren Kirby to North America sales director – East. In his new position, Kirby will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating all domestic field sales operations for the eastern region. He will report to the vice president, sales and marketing to establish and…
Read MoreAlan Bennetts Joins McLanahan
McLanahan Corp. has hired Alan Bennetts as global product manager for washing and classifying. As a global product manager Bennettswill provide leadership, direction and oversight to the evaluation, design, development, engineering, training and support for McLanahan’s extensive washing and classifying equipment line, the company said. Bennetts brings nearly 25 years of experience in the mineral and aggregate industry, having served in…
Read MoreTerex’s Garrison Assumes Position of Chairman
Terex Corp. announced that John Garrison, Terex’s president and CEO, will also assume the position of chairman of the board effective immediately. Garrison succeeds David Sachs who has been non-executive chairman since January 2016 and was previously lead director since May 2013. With the appointment of Garrison as chairman, Sachs will again assume the role of lead director. “I would like…
Read MoreDyno Nobel Hires Lusk as Vice President
Dyno Nobel announced that Braden Lusk joined Dyno Nobel as vice president of DynoConsult and applications technology, effective Aug. 1. Lusk comes to Dyno Nobel with extensive technical experience in the blasting and explosives industry and is considered an industry leader in his field. In addition to earning a B.S. and PhD in mining engineering from the Missouri University of Science…
Read MoreARTBA’s Ruane to Retire
Pete Ruane, president and chief executive officer of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), announced he will be retiring from the organization in October after 30 years of service. He is the longest tenured head of the 116-year-old organization. After Ruane’s departure, ARTBA Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer William D. Toohey Jr., a 33-year ARTBA veteran, will serve…
Read MoreChaney Enterprises Announces Promotions, Restructuring of Sales Department
Chaney Enterprises announced a new structure for the company’s sales department alongside two internal promotions that will provide even better customer service and aligns with the company’s continued, strategic growth. Sal Bianco has been promoted to Northern/Eastern Shore sales and business development manager, and Brandon Coombs has been promoted to Southern sales and business development manager. The promotions come with…
Read MoreLeininger Joins CalPortland
Kerri L. Leininger has joined CalPortland as vice president of government relations. Leininger will be located in Washington, D.C., and will monitor and lobby advocacy issues at the state and federal level. Leininger joins CalPortland after almost 14 years working for the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association where she served as the executive vice president of government and political affairs. In her…
Read MoreTelsmith Hires Noggle
Telsmith Inc., has hired Dave Noggle, who joins the company as regional sales manager covering Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Arizona and Wyoming. “As part of our effort to increase our Southwest U.S. market presence, we are excited to have Dave on board,” stated Jeff Gray, domestic sales manager of Telsmith Inc. “Dave brings with him many years of industry knowledge and…
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