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Jul 31 2024

Kevin Bangston appointed President and CEO of Daimler Truck Financial Services North America

Leinfelden-Echterdingen/Portland - Kevin Bangston has been appointed to the position of President and CEO of Daimler Truck Financial Services North America, effective September 1, 2024. He is currently President and CEO of Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation. In his new position he will be responsible for Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) in the USA, Canada and Mexico. 

 

Bangston has over 25 years of experience in the transportation industry and is well-equipped to lead the DTFS North American business into the next era. He started his career at Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) in 2001 working in corporate finance. His success in various roles led to international leadership positions in Germany, Indonesia, and Japan.

 

“I am extremely happy and proud that we can bring Kevin into the Daimler Truck Financial Services leadership team”, said Stephan Unger, CEO of Daimler Truck Financial Services GmbH. “With his leadership skills, his experience and deep knowledge of the transportation industry, Kevin will further develop our business and lead our transformation in North America from pure financial to a complete commercial vehicle service provider.”

 

“Kevin’s proven leadership track record and broad experience across both DTNA and the larger Daimler Truck organization positions him well for success in his new position” said John O’Leary, President and CEO of DTNA. “We look forward to having him as a member of our DTNA Operating Committee and working together to continue provide our customers and dealers the industry leading service and support they expect and deserve. Read more

 

Source: DAIMLER TRUCK