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Kohler Names Barr Chief Brand Officer
Kohler Co. announced the appointment of Samie Barr as chief brand officer. This role was created to fuel strategic acceleration and further elevate the KOHLER brand globally across a diverse set of dynamic businesses.
Barr will report to David Kohler, chair and chief executive officer, serve on the Kohler Leadership team and partner with leaders across the business to deliver the company’s mission of a higher level of gracious living for customers, brand partners and associates.
Barr will have responsibility for leading global creative, media and digital capabilities and the global teams responsible for the brand experience.
“Samie is an inspirational, high-performing leader who will help us continue to further enhance the creativity and impact of the KOHLER brand,” said David Kohler. “She is a values-based leader known for building high-performing teams with an inspiring and inclusive style.
“Samie brings a deep understanding of global markets and has extensive experience in brand and business strategy, transformational innovation, digital leadership, and creative development for some of the world’s most loved and trusted brands.”
Barr brings more than 30 years of progressive consumer and retail experience in fast-paced, high-growth companies. She has a proven track record of leading customer-centric transformation and delivering growth. Barr joins Kohler Co. from CB2, where she was senior vice president of marketing. Prior to that she was vice president Global Brands at Hyatt Corporation and spent 15 years in leadership roles at Starbucks Coffee Company across United States and International businesses.
“It’s an honor to join the iconic KOHLER brand with such an incredible foundation of bold innovation, impeccable design and an unwavering commitment to sustainability,” Barr said. “My experience and passion for leading brands centered around design, hospitality and retail make this an extraordinary opportunity. I look forward to working alongside David and his talented team to realize the incredible potential for the brand.”
For more information, visit kohlercompany.com.
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AUCTION CALENDAR
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1. TIMED: Closes - Saturday, January 14, Opens - Friday,
December 30: ALBANY, NEW YORK: Retirement of Major
Company Including Primarily Medium-Sized Excavators, Skid Steers,
Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers, Very Large Amount of Support &
Accessories.
2. LIVE: Wednesday, January 25: DALLAS, TEXAS: Semi
Retirement of One of Texas' Finest Construction Companies. EARLY
HIGHLIGHTS: Primarily Cat Equipment. (2)Cat D400, (3)Cat 365CL, Cat 345D, (3)Cat 345CL, (3)Cat 336DL, (3)Cat 320DRR, Cat 320CLV, Cat CS533E, Cat CP433E, (4)Takeuchi Excavators, (10)Bobcat and (1) Takeuchi Skid Steers, (3)Broce Sweepers, IR 1600CFM, Atlas Copco 750CFM, (2)Multiquip Generators and more. 3. LIVE: Friday, January 27: QUERETARO, MEXICO: Late
Model Cat, Case, John Deere, Volvo Construction Equipment, Aerial
Lifts, Forklifts, Trucks and Trailers, Large Quantity Attachments &
Support Equipment. 4. LIVE: Saturday, January 28: COLUMBUS (Delaware),
OHIO: Large Cat, John Deere Construction & Agricultural Equipment
Auction. Construction Equipment, Ag Tractors, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts,
Trucks & Trailers. HIGHLIGHTS: (12) John Deere Lease Returns of 125HP - 300HP Agricultural Tractors. 5. TIMED: Closes - Tuesday, January 31, Opens - Tuesday,
January 17: NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA: PART 1. Very Large
Rental Return Auction. Several Hundred Late Model Units, Large
Quantity of Booms JLG 1250, JLG 1200, JLG 800, Genie S125,
Doosan HP1600, Atlas Copco 1600, Atlas Copco 750CFM, Atlas Copco 185CFM, Sullivan 900CFM, Broderson IC80 Cranes, Large Quantity
Magnum Light Plants, Large Quantity Skyjack & JLG Scissor Lifts,
Laymor Sweepers, Large Quantity Cool Zone Coolers, Utility Vehicles and More.
6. TIMED: Closes - Thursday, February 2, Opens - Thursday,
January 19: HOUSTON, TEXAS: PART 2. Very Large Rental Return
Auction. Several Hundred Late Model units, Large Quantity of Booms
JLG 1250, JLG 1200, JLG 800, Genie S125, Doosan HP1600, Atlas
Copco 1600, Atlas Copco 750CFM, Atlas Copco 185CFM, Sullivan 900CFM, Broderson IC80 Cranes, Large Quantity Magnum Light
Plants, Large Quantity Skyjack & JLG Scissor Lifts, Laymor Sweepers,
Large Quantity Cool Zone Coolers, Utility Vehicles and More. 7-15. LIVE: Saturday, February 4 to Monday, February 13:
BUSHNELL, FLORIDA: 30th Annual 10-Day Rental Return Auction.
The Greatest Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts, Trucks, Trailers,
Attachments, Support Equipment on Planet Earth - The Best of the Best. 16. TIMED: Closes - Friday, February 24, Opens - Friday,
February 10: RICHMOND, VIRGINIA: Job Completion. Large
Mack & Peterbilt Truck Tractors, Dump Trailers, Walking Floor
Trailers, Van Trailers. Everything here is in various condition. 17. LIVE: Thursday, March 16: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Very
Large Rental Fleet Auction (same time as ConExpo) at the Main Ahern
Yard. Sale Consists of Cranes, Boom Trucks, Aerials, Forklifts, All
Types of Construction Equipment, Excavators, Articulated Haul
Trucks, Crawler Tractors, Rubber Tired Loaders, Loader Backhoes,
Skid Steers, All Types of Utility Equipment, Air Compressors,
Welders, Light Plants, Generators, Trucks and Trailers. 18. LIVE: Saturday, March 18: CENTRAL NEW JERSEY: Very
Large Auction Consolidation of Trucks of all Kinds, Construction
Equipment, Rolloff Containers, Support Equipment, Military Vehicles. 19,20,21. LIVE: Thursday, Friday & Saturday, April 13, April 14,
April 15: 3-DAY ANNUAL ATLANTIC CITY CONTRACTORS
AUCTION: Only the Best Construction Equipment, Aerial Lifts,
Forklifts, Utility Equipment, All Kinds of Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks,
Various Trucks, Trailers, Large Quantity Support and Accessories. 22. LIVE: Friday, April 28: NEW ENGLAND: Something Extra
Special. Construction Equipment, Hydraulic Excavators, Vibratory
Rollers, Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Skid Steers, Rubber Tired Loaders,
Truck Tractors, Articulated Haul Trucks, Equipment Trailers and more.
NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
23. TORONTO, CANADA: Late Model Rentals of Agricultural
Equipment, Construction Equipment, Attachments, Tools, Support,
Various Trucks and Trailers.
24. RACINE, WISCONSIN: Job Completion Auction of Late Model
Construction, Aggregate, Utility Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump
Trucks, Service & Pickup Trucks, Trailers, Attachments and Support. 25. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Construction Equipment, Aerial
Lifts, Forklifts, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks, Pickups, All Types of
Trailers (Equipment & Van), Attachments and Support. 26. ATTLEBORO, MASSACHUSETTS: Large Quantity Late
Model Trucks: Pickups, Service, Bucket & Derrick, Construction
Equipment, Aerials and Forklifts. 27. PARKERSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA: Very Large, Late Model
Construction & Utility Equipment Auction. Construction & Utility
Equipment, Accessories, Trucks, Trailers from Dirt Job Completion. 28. HOUSTON, TEXAS: Very Late Model Rental Fleet
Construction & Utility Equipment Auction. Aerial Lifts, Forklifts, Air
Compressors, Welders, Light Plants, Utility Carts, Pickups, Trailers
Bryan Auction Company to Hold Its First Annual IEDA Sale in Orlando
On Feb. 17, 2023, Bryan Auction Company will be hosting its first annual IEDA (Independent Equipment Dealers Association) Orlando Live Auction.
The purpose of this sale, billed as “IEDA Florida Live Heavy Equipment & Transportation Auction,” is to help grow and support IEDA, according to Bryan Auction Company.
“We hope while everyone is in Florida for the warm weather that this event and auction becomes a tradition for years to come,” said Doug Bryan, president of Bryan Auction Company and Bryan Heavy Equipment Inc. “From buying and selling at the auction to the keynote speakers in our industry and the convention hall, the Orlando IEDA event will be a must if you are in the heavy equipment business.”
Having consigned equipment from members only makes this auction a “legitimate exclusive event that buyers can feel confident coming from trusted names,” Bryan added.
A representative from Bryan Auction Company will be reaching out to IEDA members and will be following up, as needed.
Bryan said anything an IEDA consigns will be well advertised through a host of construction publications, including Construction Equipment Guide, as well as through ProxiBid and Machinery Trader and equipment facts and all social media platforms.
Bryan Auction Company is headquartered in Oelwein, Iowa, and also has a facility in the Dallas/Fort Worth/Midland, Texas, area.
For more information, call 319/283-2345 or visit www.bryanauction.com/.
Doug Bryan is president of Bryan Auction Company and Bryan Heavy Equipment Inc.
Established in 2002, IEDA is a non-profit trade association promoting participation, professionalism and advancement in the independent distribution of heavy equipment. The IEDA focuses its efforts on providing discounts, marketing, advertising, education and networking opportunities to members that will result in increased sales for member companies. Members of the IEDA are committed to displaying leadership in the industry by making ethical decisions and sound judgement, by making accurate claims to customers and by utilizing the products and services offered to them by Associate Members. CEG (All photos courtesy of Bryan Auction Company.)
Bryan Auction Company is headquartered in Oelwein, Iowa, and also has a facility in the Dallas/Fort Worth/Midland, Texas, area.
Having consigned equipment from members only makes this auction a “legitimate exclusive event that buyers can feel confident coming from trusted names,” said Doug Bryan, president of Bryan Auction Company and Bryan Heavy Equipment Inc.
Bayer Begins Work On Big Expansion at Myerstown Facility
Despite continuous rain turning it into a muddy ceremony, Bayer officials broke ground in late November on a $43.6 million expansion project at its Myerstown, Pa., plant, approximately 30 mi. northeast of Hershey in Lebanon County.
The construction will increase Bayer’s packaging and production areas by 70,000 sq. ft., according to company officials. The space will include room for eight packaging lines and a future area for rooftop solar panels.
The pharmaceutical giant is looking to hire 75 people to build the new facility, the Lebanon Daily News learned. Once the construction is complete, Bayer could hire up to 75 new production personnel, said Michael Sullivan, the company’s vice president of product supply for North America.
More than 630 full-time Bayer employees work in the Myerstown facility, which manufactures over the counter brands that include aspirin, Aleve and Claritin. The company’s current operation in the town spreads across 68 acres and encompasses more than 500,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space.
“Building a $43 million building is an anchor activity,” Sullivan explained. “We have many acres of land, and we’re only using a fraction of them right now. So, it does open up the opportunity over a long period of time to be continually expanding.”
In 2021, the Bayer facility produced 14.1 billion tablets, 3.9 million liquid liters and 169.1 million packaged units of product on site, the company noted in a news release.
Some equipment will move from the existing Bayer plant once the new addition is complete, but Sullivan said that the point of the new building is to expand the company’s capabilities.
With Bayer having outgrown some of its Myerstown buildings in the more than 75 years the company has been in the community, more structures have needed to be constructed, according to Sullivan.
“The fact is that we’ve put a lot of stuff in a tight building now, so this expansion will be an opportunity for us to streamline our operations and make them a little more straightforward,” he explained.
Just this past October, Bayer officials celebrated the 75th anniversary of its Myerstown facility. The company said most of its employees live within a 25-mi. radius of the plant. A major employer in Lebanon County, people who work at the facility stay there, on average, for 15 years.
“It’s not just a factory, we’re part of a broader community,” Sullivan noted. “Everybody who works here knows someone in the community, everyone in the community knows someone who works here. It’s a tight thread.”
Bayer anticipates the Myerstown expansion will finish in 2025.
