Okada America Promotes Jim Brown to President

Okada America, Inc. has announced the promotion of Jim Brown to the position of president. He replaces Tony Neikirk, who steps down after 20 years of service to the company in many managerial capacities. Neikirk will continue to serve as a consultant through the transition.

Brown brings a wealth of construction and mining equipment experience spanning 30+ years. He previously served as Okada’s executive vice president after being appointed to that position in 2015. His previous experience includes engineering, general management and outside sales of construction and mining equipment. He has served in upper management for engineering personnel, national accounts, product marketing, service center facilities and sales and service departments.

As president of Okada America, Brown will oversee company operations and establish both company and individual sales goals while maintaining and strengthening the distributor network. He has brought a “focused, pro-active customer philosophy” to the company, offering extensive expertise at the manufacturing level, and recognizes the importance of putting the customer first.

The Ohio native is a graduate of both Kent State University and the University of Notre Dame. He has been actively involved with the Associated Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), having served previously as the Chairman of the Mounted Breakers Manufacturers Bureau (MBMB).