Blanton Joins Grote Industries as CFO



Brian Blanton joined Grote Industries as CFO, bringing with him 25 years of experience in financial leadership roles, including 20 years spent in automotive, commercial vehicle and off-highway supplier manufacturing.

Blanton most recently served as CFO of Mubea Group in North America and previously served as director of EPM transformation at The Hackett Group and CFO of the Americas region for Modine Manufacturing Company.

“Grote Industries has long been an industry leader in their field, so I am excited for the opportunity to join such an innovative and reputable company,” Blanton said. “The products that Grote Industries produces have an impact on millions of people each day, keeping them safe while on the roadways. It’s a great feeling to be part of this team and to help build upon the great work being done here.”

Blanton’s appointment as Grote’s CFO follows the recent retirement of Jim Braun, who has been with Grote Industries for nearly 36 years in several roles, most recently serving as vice president of finance and CFO since 2009.

“Jim’s contributions to our business over the years have been immeasurable, and he has been instrumental in helping develop the people, ideas and culture that have made us successful,” Dominic Grote, CEO of Grote Industries, said. “We are thankful for his tremendous contributions that have positioned Grote Industries for a financially strong future and we look forward to seeing how Brian expands upon this legacy. With his experience in finance and manufacturing, he is bringing a tool box of best practices to Grote, and we are looking forward to having him on our team.”

Grote Industries engineers and manufactures LED and incandescent lamps, mirrors, wiring systems, connections and reflective accessories for trucks, trailers, and farm and construction equipment as well as fire, rescue and armored vehicles.


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