June 12, 2023 American Event Services Names COO

American Event Services names manufacturing veteran, Six Sigma Master Black Belt as COO.

DANVILLE, Ill. – American Event Services announced today that Lawrence Foreman has been named Chief Operating Officer for the rental equipment manufacturer. Foreman brings to the company more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing operations and leadership, with a particular expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

“Larry is a proven leader who knows how to manage, communicate and motivate across all levels of an organization to deliver exceptional results,” said Tony Tauer, President of American Event Services. “His engineering background, strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma will help drive operational efficiencies and ensure timely delivery of quality products to our growing customer base.”

Since 2020, Foreman has served as Vice President of Operations of The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), an “upfitter” of last-mile delivery vehicles with $1 billion in sales, 20 facilities and 4,200 employees. There, he implemented Lean Manufacturing and sound operating practices resulting in improved operating performance, on-time and on-budget product launches, and an increase in productivity and profitability of acquired companies, while promoting best practices companywide. Prior to Shyft, Foreman spent nearly 20 years in the foundry industry, most recently as Vice President of Operations with American Axle (NYSE: AXL). His experience also includes several years as an Electrical Engineer, Plant Manager and General Manager for multi-facility manufacturing companies.

Foreman has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Michigan, is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and has experience with Value Stream Mapping, Visual Controls, 5S, Kaizen and Total Productive Maintenance.

ABOUT AMERICAN EVENT SERVICES
Located in Danville, Ill., and founded in 2004, American Event Services is the largest independent manufacturer of HVAC, fluid handling, power distribution and other products dedicated exclusively to the $58-billion equipment rental industry. Targeting the specialty rental segment, the company designs and manufactures “Rentalized™” equipment customized for fleet customers in industrial, municipal, construction and special event applications. For more information, visit www.americaneventservices.com.

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