Takeuchi-US has promoted Paul Wade and Eric Wenzel to newly created dealer development manager positions as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening and expanding its dealer network. Wade will cover the Central/Western region, and Wenzel will oversee the Eastern U.S. and Canada. In their new roles, they will help support the performance and long-term success of Takeuchi’s dealer network across their respective territories.
As dealer development managers, Wade and Wenzel will work closely with Takeuchi’s regional business managers and internal teams to support execution of the company’s dealer network strategy, ensuring appropriate market coverage, dealer capabilities and brand consistency. Their responsibilities include dealer recruitment, evaluation, development and compliance, as well as supporting dealer business planning, performance improvement and ownership or territory transitions. They will also partner with Takeuchi’s sales, parts, service, marketing and training departments to help position dealers to deliver a premium customer experience and achieve sustained, profitable growth.
Wade has been with Takeuchi for nearly 10 years, most recently serving as a Midwest regional business manager. During his tenure, he has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to Takeuchi, successfully grown his region and contributed meaningfully to the company’s growth through strong dealer partnerships and consistent execution.
“Paul has a proven ability to build trusted relationships,” said Shay Klusmeyer, Takeuchi’s division sales manager for the Central/Western U.S. “He also deeply understands dealer business models, financial performance and territory management, making him an ideal fit for this role. We’re confident he will have an immediate and lasting impact as Takeuchi continues to strengthen and expand its dealer network.”
“I’m proud to be part of the Takeuchi family and eager to apply the experience I’ve gained over the past decade in this dealer development manager role,” said Wade. “A strong, high-performing dealer network is essential to our success and to ensuring customers get the best performance from their Takeuchi equipment. We have a solid foundation in place, and I look forward to helping our network continue to grow and improve.”
Wenzel has spent four years as Takeuchi’s Southeast regional business manager. Since joining Takeuchi, he has shown a deep commitment to the company’s core values, helping that region grow through his enthusiasm, hard work and leadership.
“Eric’s diverse background and skill set make him the perfect choice to lead our divisional dealer development efforts in this region,” said John Vranches, Takeuchi’s division sales manager for the Eastern US and Canada. “I’m confident that in his new role, we will continue building on that success by supporting organic growth and expanding with new distributor partners to better serve our customers.”
“I’m honored to take on this new role with Takeuchi and continue strengthening the relationships we’ve built across our dealer network,” said Wenzel. “Our dealers are vital to delivering the support, product knowledge and service our customers depend on. I’m excited to collaborate with them to identify growth opportunities, expand our market presence and help ensure continued success throughout the Eastern U.S. and Canada.”
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About Takeuchi
Takeuchi is an ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of an extensive line of compact track loaders, compact excavators, compact wheel loaders, and skid steer loaders. Founded in 1963, Takeuchi was the first company to introduce the compact excavator to North America, setting the stage for one of the highest growth product segments ever introduced in the compact equipment market. The compact excavator has become a main line product for both rental and construction/utility companies. Takeuchi continued to lead the compact construction industry with the introduction of the first compact track loader to North America.
For more information, please contact:
Lynette Von Minden, VP/Director of PR, Swanson Russell
Phone: 402-437-6457
Stephen Odum, National Marketing Manager, Takeuchi-US
Phone: 678-873-3070