Lauren Reed has been named as the new chief executive officer of industry body MHEDA. Incumbent CEO Jeannette Walker recently announced she would stand down from the position once a suitable replacement had been found.

Reed has more than a decade of leadership in the materials handling sector having served as executive vice president of business development at Jungheinrich subsidiary, Storage Solutions.

“She is a proven leader with a strong track record of building high-performing teams, driving strategic growth, and delivering results through authentic, people-focused leadership,” MHEDA states of Reed. 

“She is known for blending critical thinking with a deep understanding of people, process, and purpose to lead through times of transformation and growth.”

Reed has been a long-standing member of MHEDA and currently serves on its Emerging Leaders Advisory Board.

“This organisation has played a pivotal role in my professional journey, and I’m excited to lead with a focus on innovation, member engagement, and building strong community connections across the industry,” Reed says.