Dane Dreher named Appleton Canada VP

May 26, 2016 – Appleton Group, a business unit of Emerson, has announced Dane Dreher will assume responsibilities as vice president of Appleton Canada where he will lead day-to-day operations, reporting directing to Appleton Group president Russ Kerstetter. Dreher succeeds Harish Shinde, who is being promoted to vice-president of Strategy & Customer Care for Appleton Group’s global operations.

“Throughout Dane’s Appleton career, he has been a strong leader who has helped us successfully address many of our toughest challenges,” said Kerstetter. “The Canadian growth and localization programs have become a key strategic initiative for Appleton Group. Dane will support and expand the programs and strategies that the Canadian team have started. Progress is underway and the opportunities are exciting.”

Since joining Emerson in 1996, Dreher has held positions in customer support, manufacturing and inventory management. In 2007, he was named director of operations for Appleton Group, based in Rosemont, Ill., responsible for improving customer service levels and operating performance.