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- 18 Dec 2025 ( #1261 )
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James Brown
James Brown

James Brown

Bulldog Battery Corporation - United States

Industrial forklift battery manufacturer Bulldog Battery Corporation has promoted James Brown to the position of chief operating officer, effective December 1.

In this position, Brown oversees operational functions at Bulldog’s manufacturing facilities while also managing supply chain operations and strategic planning.

“His promotion reflects Bulldog’s ongoing commitment to operational excellence, renewed customer confidence, and sustainable, employee-driven growth,” the company states.

Brown has been with Bulldog for almost four years and was previously manager of operations and human resources.

He was worked in health and safety for more than 18 years.

Bulldog Battery is based in Wabash, Indiana and is 100% employee-owned.

“I’m honoured to serve Bulldog Battery in this capacity and continue building upon our foundation,” Brown says. “Our employee-owners are literally invested in our customers’ success, and that ownership mindset drives us to improve communication, elevate service, and deliver with consistency. This is the standard we will be known for, and I’m proud to help lead that mission.”

Claudia Bibiano

TVH Parts - United States

Claudia Bibiano
Claudia Bibiano

Claudia Bibiano has announced on LinkedIn she has taken up the role of commercial excellence roll-out manager with materials handling equipment parts manufacturer TVH Parts. She will be based in Kansas.

Bibiano says in her new role she will: “Lead the rollout of commercial excellence initiatives, improving sales processes, tools, and training to drive consistency and performance across regions”.

Bibiano has been employed with TVH Parts since January 2024 as a bilingual marketing coordinator. She also previously worked with the business between 2013 and 2021 where she worked as a customer service specialist before being promoted to the role of marketing & advertising project coordinator.

“I’m thrilled to start my journey as commercial excellence roll-out manager,” she states in the LinkedIn post. “Excited for the opportunities ahead in the new year!"

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