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Edward Bledsoe Appointed CEO for LNS North America

Bledsoe has more than 30 years of manufacturing experience.

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Edward L. Bledsoe II has been appointed CEO for the North America Business Unit at LNS Group. Photo Credit: LNS

Edward L. Bledsoe II has been appointed CEO for the North America Business Unit at LNS Group. Photo Credit: LNS

LNS has appointed Edward L. Bledsoe II to the role of CEO for the North America Business Unit at LNS Group. Bledsoe, who previously served as the LNS COO since May 2022, has more than 30 years of manufacturing experience.

According to the company, Bledsoe has demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving innovation and growth throughout LNS North America. With a strong background in the automotive and commercial vehicle industries, aerospace, and more, his expertise will prove invaluable in guiding LNS North America toward continued success.

As CEO, Bledsoe will also join the LNS Group Management Committee. He takes over from Jeff McMullen, who has left to pursue new opportunities.

In Bledsoe's words, "I humbly embrace this opportunity and look forward to working with our great LNS men and women to create industry-leading value for our customers and stakeholders. This team has accomplished much already, and together, we will build on our successes by being customer-centric, operationally excellent, and innovative."

LNS says it is committed to designing, manufacturing, selling and supporting the highest quality bar feeders, chip conveyors, work support devices, coolant management, and air filtration systems worldwide. It is also dedicated to providing industry-leading solutions and exceptional customer service.

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