Eriez® Promotes John Klinge to Director-EMEA Operations & Strategy

Eric Nelson, Vice President of Global Operations at Eriez®, is pleased to announce the promotion of John Klinge to Director – EMEA Operations & Strategy, effective February 1, 2024. In this pivotal role, Klinge will lead the company's strategic management initiatives in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. Klinge will work closely with Eriez' EMEA leadership teams to drive profitable growth and implement improvements in products, systems, and capacity. His primary objective is to strengthen Eriez’ presence in the diverse EMEA markets, consolidating the company's position as a leader in the region. Nelson expresses his confidence in Klinge’s abilities, stating, "John's exceptional management skills, extensive industry knowledge, and strategic sales expertise uniquely qualify him for this leadership role. With his guidance, Eriez will further its commitment to delivering innovative solutions that surpass customer expectations in the EMEA region." Following his service as a Captain in the U.S. Army, Klinge earned bachelor’s degrees in political science, business, and military science from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in business administration from Pennsylvania State University at Erie. He joined Eriez in 2008, steadily advancing through various roles. Klinge’s prior experience with the company includes positions in regional market and product management, leadership of the aftermarket department, and most recently, serving as Global Product Manager for Metal Detection.