AEM Elects Linda Hasenfratz of Linamar Board Chair, Announces 2025 Officers

Nov 28, 2024

The slate of 2025 officers and directors elected to the Assn of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Board of Directors and Agriculture and Construction Equipment Sector Boards has been announced, after their election at the Nov. 13-15 Annual Conference.

The officers of the organization include: Chair: Linda Hasenfratz, Executive Chair, Linamar; Vice Chair: Phil Kelliher, Senior Vice President, Caterpillar; Treasurer: Melvin Porter, President and Chief Executive Officer, Link-Belt Cranes; Ag Chair: Greg Petras, President, Kuhn North America; CE Chair: Eric Sauvage, President and Chief Executive Officer, LBX Company; and Secretary: Megan Tanel, President, AEM.

“We are thrilled to welcome our officers and both new and returning directors for 2025, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to them and their companies for their steadfast support of AEM’s mission,” said Megan Tanel, president of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. In a Nov. 25 news release announcing the officers, she added, “The success and progress of AEM relies on the unwavering dedication of our volunteer leaders and the strong participation of our members. Their commitment and contributions drive the industry forward, empowering us to deliver exceptional service and programs that truly benefit our members and the equipment manufacturing industry.”

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