Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. (KSM) has hired Bo Ross as its new General Manager of Used Equipment. Ross brings over 34 years of heavy equipment industry experience to the position, which includes extensive time in used equipment management positions for other Komatsu distributors, as well as running his own used equipment company. As General Manager, Ross will be responsible for managing KSM’s complete used equipment business, which includes its Komatsu Remarketing program, domestic and international sales, and used equipment operations at the heavy machinery distributor’s 12 locations across Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri.
Jeff Weller, chief operating officer for KSM, believes that Ross’ track record for establishing successful policies and procedures that streamline used equipment operations will be important as the company continues to grow. Weller mentions that KSM went through a long and careful search for its successor to the late David Mehrtens, looking for someone they felt could continue the legacy that David started.
“Bo is an experienced leader and a good teammate,” said Weller. “I think and hope that David would approve of the decision we have made in Bo. I am grateful to have him join our organization and excited to see how Bo will put his own fingerprints on the future of Kirby-Smith Machinery!”
Coming from the Komatsu distributor world, Ross has been familiar with KSM for several years. He also had a friendship with David Mehrtens that spanned multiple decades.
“It’s extremely exciting to be a part of the Kirby-Smith family,” said Ross. “Dave built something special here and put a great team in place that has had continued success. I embrace the challenge of building on that foundation, doing everything I can to drive improvements, support our team, and lead us forward.”
About Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc.
Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. was established in 1983 and is recognized as one of the premier new and used heavy construction equipment and crane dealers in the country. Kirby-Smith Machinery and its hundreds of dedicated professional employees are committed to providing reliable new and used equipment for sale and equipment rentals, as well as responsive service and equipment parts for multiple makes and models. Kirby-Smith Machinery has 12 branch locations in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri, as well as a dedicated Energy Services Division. For more information about Kirby-Smith Machinery, call 888-861-0219 or visit kirby-smith.com.
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