Loftness Specialized Equipment names South as CEO

Loftness Specialized Equipment has appointed Josh South as its new CEO.

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South has served as the company’s chief financial officer since November 2023. He has an extensive background in financial management, cost accounting, and business expansion within the manufacturing and industrial sectors. Prior to joining Loftness, Josh held several executive leadership roles, including serving as CFO of Farmers Union Industries, where he played a key role in the company’s organic expansion, acquisitions, and strategic pricing negotiations.

“I am honored to take on the role of CEO at Loftness Specialized Equipment,” South says. “Loftness has a strong legacy of innovation and excellence in the agricultural and industrial equipment market. I look forward to working with our talented team to build on this foundation.”

As CEO, South will lead the management team at Loftness consisting of Sarah Lamers, director of operations; Shannon McComas, director of sales & marketing; and Kimberly Karg, human resources manager. 

Loftness Specialized Equipment manufactures agricultural and vegetation management equipment. Based in Hector, Minnesota, the company offers a range of products including forestry mulchers, and vegetation control solutions such as land-clearing attachments and right-of-way maintenance tools.