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“Our ability to fluidly scale our teams and talent and commitment to infrastructure investment continues to fuel the sustainable growth and stability that underscore ABC’s leadership position,” said Dane Cornell, ABC president/CEO.
Cornell will continue to serve in his current capacity, as several members of ABC’s senior leadership will take on new responsibilities. They include:
Roman Cornell has been promoted to chief commercial officer. As chief commercial strategist, his responsibilities will focus on all revenue‐generating aspects of the business with oversight of sales, after‐sales and commercial operating functions. Cornell will continue in his leadership position for the company’s parts group which encompasses the ABC OEM and aftermarket brands as well as their transit parts group, Muncie‐Baker.
“We expect to grow and expand year over year,” commented Roman Cornell. “By keeping our operations flexible, we plan to focus on increasing efficiencies and streamlining operations. We can pass those benefits directly on to our customers.”
Mike Laffan is promoted to a new role as senior vice president for the East Coast, with interim oversight for the West Coast market region as ABC seeks to fill the post. Laffan will oversee all sales activities for existing accounts.
Brenda Borwege will assume the new role of senior vice president for Midwest and Southwest sales. Borwege will oversee all sales activities and will lead, direct and drive sales efforts, profitability and growth throughout the Midwest and Southwest regions, serving existing accounts and business lines and new clients.
Jon Savitz will continue to serve as senior vice president of service operations and will be responsible for oversight and supervision of day‐to‐day activities for ABC Service divisions including negotiations for contract maintenance services.
Ashley Cornell will serve as vice president of marketing and will be responsible for the development and direction of all strategic marketing and communications efforts both internally and externally for all ABC business affiliates. Additionally, she will continue to serve as corporate commercial liaison, coordinating and assisting customer relations for key strategic accounts.
Jay Oakman will continue in his role as vice president of commercial operations with responsibility for the development and management of large commercial accounts. He also continues to function as corporate liaison between ABC and Van Hool to facilitate communication and coordination of all activities including technical support and training, warranty support and product development.
John Gillis has been promoted to vice president for ABC Parts. This division continues to expand inventory to support fleet operations.
In other news, the company announced plans to expand its presence in California with an additional facility in Newark. The planned location is just 15 minutes from ABC’s Redwood operation.
“The Newark hub is designed to offer fleet service, while the Redwood facility will continue to function as a retail service operation,” says Jon Savitz, senior vice president of service operations. “The Newark location will include a 30,000 square foot facility with an additional two acres of parking. Along with all repair, maintenance and collision services, the new location will also include vehicle wash bays, full paint and body booths, and lifts bays. Additionally, the facility is designed to bring parts closer to customers with plans to include a 6,000-square foot warehouse and distribution center.”
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“I don’t want to completely retire and this transition will allow me to pull back but still stay active,” Foley shares. “Duane and I have worked together for over 20 years, so this will be a seamless transition. He’ll inject new ideas to push the company to the next level.”
Geiger has served as the executive president of sales & service since 2011. He has been an integral part in CH Bus Sales’ distribution of TEMSA products. “I want to thank Bob for his dedication and vision over these last five years,” says Geiger. “I am looking forward to the challenge of bringing CH Bus Sales to the next level.”
Mike Haggerty, chairman of the board, shares: “We are confident in the new transition of Duane to the role of president & CEO. His strategic vision for this company has shown through over the last five years, and we are looking forward to continued success and expansion under his new appointment.”
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The new facility will open its doors March 1. The National Harbor branch will allow ZBest to handle last-minute trips in the area quickly and effectively, with less travel time from Baltimore incurred. The additional office also aligns with the company’s long-term plans for growth in the Baltimore and D.C. region.
"We’re excited to continue the growth of ZBest with the opening of our new National Harbor location. This expansion feels like a natural progression to continue to grow and better serve our customers in the D.C. market,” says ZBest President Mert Onal.
ZBest has tapped industry veteran Darren Vance to lead the new office. Vance brings 15 years of experience in the D.C. and Virginia markets to his new role as vice president and general manager of ZBest’s National Harbor office.
“Darren has worked in the travel industry his entire career, and brings 15 years of experience servicing corporate and private clients with their transportation needs in the Washington, D.C. market. We’re excited to have Darren lead our D.C. team,” said ZBest Executive Vice President of Global Operations George Rains, who steps into the EVP role from general manager in conjunction with the opening of the National Harbor location.
The new location, says Rains, will offer the same quality vehicles, experienced dispatch staff, and streamlined team communications. Ten to 15 vehicles in ZBest’s fleet, including a mix of sedans, SUVs, Sprinters, and minibuses, will be allocated to the National Harbor office, with capacity for up to 32 passengers.
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