Experienced Technical Business Executive and TurnaroundExpert to Lead Fractional Horsepower Motor BusinessSioux Center, IA, July 12, 2006: Groschopp, Inc. has chosen John M. Cox to lead its US business as President. Starting in May, Cox assumed responsibility for all sales, engineering, and manufacturing operations which are currently headquartered in Sioux Center, Iowa.Mr.
Cox most recently served as President and COO of Sumitomo Drive Technologies where he reversed operational losses and rebounded profits, and has proven experience growing profits for divisions of world class industry leaders such as Lennox, Emerson Electric, and Texas Instruments. An engineering graduate of Duke University, Cox is known for designing original and competitive new products, as well as building customer base and client relationships. “We are excited to have someone with Mr. Cox’s successful track record of transforming businesses,” said Connie Vander Ploeg, Groschopp’s Vice President of Human Resources.
“John Cox has the solid leadership and motivational skills that we need to help our company reach its true potential.” Vander Ploeg cites Cox’s skills at formulating and executing highly effective business plans and marketing strategies, along with establishing operational priorities, as the keys to strengthening Groschopp’s product customization capability and overall market position in the motor industry.
About Groschopp USA
Groschopp USA is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of high quality, durable and serviceable fractional horsepower electric motors, gearmotors and reducers.
