PALFINGER, a global leader in crane and lifting solutions, has announced the promotion of three North American executives.
Rob Engdahl has been promoted to head of engineering, global stiff boom cranes, while maintaining his role as senior director of engineering for North America. With a decade of experience at PALFINGER and a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Nebraska, Engdahl’s expanded role highlights his pivotal role in advancing global engineering initiatives.
Jason Holt has been appointed vice president of operations, North America, joining the global operations team. Since joining PALFINGER in 2013, Holt has excelled in various executive roles, including interim vice president of operations since January 2024. He will continue to lead from the Council Bluffs, Iowa, facility.
Gustavo Rigon has been promoted to vice president of regional procurement, North America, based in Omaha, Nebraska. With a degree in business from the University of Caxias do Sul, Rigon has been with PALFINGER since 2005, holding multiple leadership roles, most recently as director of procurement for North America.
“We are proud to recognize the exceptional contributions of Rob, Jason, and Gustavo with these well-deserved promotions,” said Ismael Daneluz, PALFINGER vice president of sales and service for North and Latin America. “Their leadership and expertise are crucial to our ongoing efforts to strengthen our presence and capabilities in North America, ensuring we continue to deliver superior lifting solutions to our customers in the region.”
(Pictured in the feature photo is Jason Holt)
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