Miller Industries Inc. Announces Executive Appointments
December 24, 2013 at 02:31 am IST
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Miller Industries Inc. announced the appointments that were made by its Board of Directors, all of which are consistent with its existing succession plans. William G. Miller II, President of the company, has been appointed to the additional position of Co-chief executive officer, responsible for North American operations and sales. Mr. Jeffrey I. Badgley will continue as a Co-chief executive officer and Vice chairman of the Board, responsible for all European operations, international sales, and will continue to be responsible for overseeing the Delavan joint venture.
Debbie L. Whitmire, Corporate Controller, was appointed to the additional position of Vice President of the company, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and the Co-Chief Executive Officers in their respective areas of responsibilities, as well as to the Board of Directors. Frank Madonia, Executive Vice President, Secretary and General Counsel, has been given the additional responsibilities for compliance and internal audit.
Miller Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment. The Company designs and manufactures bodies of car carriers and wreckers, which are installed on chassis manufactured by third parties, and sold to its customers. Its products are marketed and sold through a network of distributors that serve all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, and other foreign markets, and through prime contractors to governmental entities. In addition to selling its products, its independent distributors provide end-users with parts and service. Its product line includes car carriers, wreckers, and transport trailers. Car carriers are specialized flat-bed vehicles with hydraulic tilt mechanisms that enable a towing operator to drive or winch a vehicle onto the bed for transport. Its multi-vehicle transport trailers are specialized auto transport trailers with upper and lower decks and hydraulic ramps for loading vehicles. Its brands include Century, Vulcan, Chevron, Holmes, and Challenger.