Skyjack names new head of EMEA

Andy Stumpf, Vice President Sales & Operations EMEA.

Skyjack has appointed Andreas Stumpf to the position of Vice President Sales & Operations for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Taking over the role from Charlie Patterson, who became President of the Canada-based MEWP and telehandler manufacturer at the beginning of this year, Stumpf will be responsible for all sales, operations and company stores throughout the region with the exception of the Oros, Hungary manufacturing facility.

“In his new promotion Andreas will play a crucial role as Skyjack continues to develop and grow its global manufacturing footprint,” said Patterson. 

Stumpf has been with Skyjack since 2006, starting in sales and marketing. He has also worked as a key account manager with Skyjack’s parent company Linamar in its Industrial, Commercial and Energy sectors. Since 2014, he  has been with Skyjack Germany.

“I’m thrilled to accept this new role,” said Stumpf. “I look forward to being part of Skyjack’s success as our expanding global manufacturing footprint allows us to make significant gains with new customers and sales across all regions.”

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