Great Dane appoints Eddie Martin as EVP and chief commercial officer
Great Dane, a Chicago-based privately-held OEM manufacturer of dry van and flatbed trailers and refrigerated truck bodies, has appointed Eddie Martin as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, effective August 3, 2026. Martin will lead the company's commercial strategy and sales organization, focusing on revenue growth and strengthening customer relationships. The appointment comes as key leaders retire this year, including President and COO Rick Mullininx (retiring Dec. 31) and EVP and CFO Jim Petrarca (retiring Oct. 1). Interim CEO Mel Cohen praised Martin's strategic experience and track record of driving growth. Martin brings over three decades of leadership experience, having previously served as SVP of sales at PCNA, chief commercial officer for GE Industrial Services, chief marketing officer for GE Appliances, and president at WestRock. Great Dane also appointed Diana Yan as EVP and CFO in June, and the search for a permanent CEO continues.
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