GRI announces the appointment of Ydo Doornbos
GRI has announced the appointment of Ydo Doornbos as Director of North America. With an illustrious career spanning 29 years in the tire industry in various management roles, Ydo brings with him a wealth of expertise and leadership to GRI’s North American business operations. Doornbos’ journey in the tire industry began in 1995 with a 6-month internship at Monarch Industrial Tires in the USA, after which he commenced his...
Nucor Executive VP Douglas J. Jellison to Retire and Randy J. Spicer to be promoted
Nucor Corporation has announced that Executive Vice President Douglas J. Jellison plans to retire on June 8, 2024 after more than 33 years of service with Nucor. Jellison began his Nucor career in 1990 as Materials Manager at Nucor Bearing Products and has worked in various positions and businesses, including several controller and business development roles. Mr. Jellison served as General Manager of Nucor Bearing Products; Vice...
NFI strengthens Spin Master’s Supply Chain Solutions with New Mississippi Facility
Spin Master is a leading global children’s entertainment company that creates exceptional play experiences through its three creative centers: toys, entertainment, and digital games. Since its founding in 1994, Spin Master has grown from a small toy manufacturer to become the home of iconic brands, such as Rubik’s Cube, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary, the powerhouse preschool franchise, Paw Patrol, and the...
Marsh Bellofram re-organizes sales territories
The Marsh Bellofram Group of Companies has announced a reorganization of its sales territories and a new, more holistic approach to sales across its 12 business units. As part of this effort, an existing manufacturers’ representative agency that already handles Marsh Bellofram products is expanding its territory, and a new rep group is being brought on. In addition, several internal territories are being reshuffled. EMPOWER Sales will...
Oshkosh Corporation to acquire AUSA
Complementary product portfolio deepens market reach, builds on partnership with JLG Oshkosh Corporation has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AUSACORP S.L. Upon closing, AUSA will become part of the Oshkosh Access segment. “AUSA’s history of producing high-quality, purpose-built equipment aligns with our Innovate. Serve. Advance. strategy, allowing us to broaden our product offerings in both current and...
Tom Panzarella appointed Chief Technology Officer at Seegrid
Seegrid Corporation has announced Tom Panzarella as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this critical leadership role, Panzarella will spearhead Seegrid’s technological initiatives to continue guiding the development of cutting-edge autonomous solutions that work—meeting evolving customer needs and delivering unmatched ROI. Panzarella’s appointment underscores Seegrid’s commitment to innovation and industry advancement in the...
Wauseon Machine Joe Gemma awarded Joseph Engelberger Robotics Award
Recognizing Exceptional Leadership in the Automation Industry Wauseon Machine announced that Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Joe Gemma, was awarded the prestigious Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Award for 2024, recognizing his exceptional leadership and contributions to the automation industry. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) recognized Joe Gemma alongside two other industry pioneers for their significant impact within the...