THO - THOR Industries Inc. Names Jeffrey D. Lorenger to Its Board of Directors | Benzinga
ELKHART, Ind., Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE:THO) announced today the appointment of Jeffrey D. Lorenger to its Board of Directors, effective February 1, 2024.
Mr. Lorenger, age 58, is the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board for HNI Corporation, a leading manufacturer of workplace furnishings and residential building products. Mr. Lorenger has served in his role of President and CEO since June 2018 and has been Chairman of the HNI Board of Directors since February 2020. Mr. Lorenger has a wide array of experience during his 25 years at HNI including President of Office Furniture, President of Allsteel, and General Counsel of HNI prior to assuming his current role.
Mr. Lorenger fills the Board seat recently vacated upon Wilson Jones' retirement from the Board in December 2023. With his appointment, THOR's Board of Directors has nine members.
"We are very pleased to add Jeff to our Board of Directors. Jeff brings a deep understanding of the complexities of manufacturing and managing independent distribution, and has a diverse background of leadership experience that will serve the Company and its shareholders well in the years to come," offered Chairman Andy Graves.
"Jeff's decades of experience and successful track record in corporate leadership and manufacturing will provide valuable insight as THOR continues to lead the recreational vehicle industry," added Bob Martin, THOR President and CEO.
Mr. Lorenger holds three degrees from the University of Iowa, having received a BBA in Marketing, a Juris Doctorate, and an MBA.
About THOR Industries, Inc.
THOR Industries is the sole owner of operating companies which, combined, represent the world's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles.
For more information on the Company and its products, please go to www.thorindustries.com.
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