30.05.2013

UK to Texas

Briggs Equipment, the Dallas based fork truck and aerial lift distributor and rental group has appointed Chris Meinecke as chief operating officer of Briggs USA, following three and a half years in the same role at Briggs UK.

Meinecke, joined Briggs in 1991 and has served in a variety of roles including branch manager of the company’s San Diego, Houston, New Orleans and Dallas offices and regional manager for the Briggs Inland Region.
He will now be responsible for managing all US operations, expanding the US business and building the Briggs brand across the country.
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Chris Meinecke

Mike Winemiller, president of Briggs International, said: “Chris’s extensive knowledge of sales, operations and the Briggs culture will be essential as we continue to successfully build the company and grow the Briggs brand. His ability to build successful teams and drive sales will be instrumental in moving the company forward and creating long term partnerships with our customers.”