Textron names president of Industrial Segment
Textron announced that Scott Ernest, president and CEO of Textron Aviation Inc. since 2011, has been named president and CEO of Textron’s Industrial Segment and of Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc.
Ernest succeeds Kevin Holleran in leading the Textron Specialized Vehicles portfolio of businesses that includes brands such as E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, Textron Off Road, Jacobsen, Cushman, and Textron Ground Support Equipment. In his role as president and CEO of the Industrial Segment, he will also oversee the Kautex business which produces automotive fuel systems and functional components.
“Scott Ernest begins his leadership of Textron Specialized Vehicles at a time when his experience will be especially valuable,” said Textron CEO Scott C. Donnelly. “The business continues to expand its product line and build out its dealer network, which is vital for our plans to grow sales in the U.S. and internationally. Scott brings an extensive track record of success in taking businesses to the next level— something he did very well at Textron Aviation, and I’m confident he will do at Textron Specialized Vehicles.”
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