Jervis B. Webb Co. has New Roles for Key Executives

Oct. 1, 2008
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--Jervis B. Webb Co. announces new promotions and responsibilities for several top executives, with the retirement of Susan M.

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--Jervis B. Webb Co. announces new promotions and responsibilities for several top executives, with the retirement of Susan M. Webb, president and co-CEO. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Daifuku Co., Ltd. and a provider of material handling equipment. These executives have the following titles and responsibilities:

  • Brian Stewart was promoted to executive vice president and COO. He formerly served as senior vice president and COO. He oversees all operations for the Webb Company including the law department, human resources, manufacturing, engineering, sales, marketing and Webb Worldwide entities.
  • Jonathan Ball, formerly senior vice president and CFO of the Webb Company, is now corporate advisor, Daifuku Co., Ltd., and will remain an officer and member of Webb’s Board of Directors. In his new position, Ball will assist Daifuku and its global subsidiaries in developing and implementing strategies to achieve corporate growth objectives.
  • John Doychich was promoted to senior vice president and CFO from vice president of finance and accounting. He will oversee the finance and accounting department, as well as information services.