Appleton Group Appoints New Head of Canadian Operations

Dane Dreher, Head of Canadian Operations for Appleton Group

Appleton Group has named Dane Dreher Vice President of Appleton Canada, where he will lead day-to-day operations, reporting directly to Appleton Group President Russ Kerstetter.

“Throughout Dane’s Appleton career, he has been a strong leader who has helped us successfully address many of our toughest challenges,” says 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 has started. Progress is underway and the opportunities are exciting.”

Dreyer replaces Harish Shinde, who was recently promoted to Vice President of Strategy and Customer Care for Appleton Group’s global operations.

Appleton Group is a business unit of Emerson. 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.

Appleton supplies a widest range of lighting fixtures, electrical fittings, plugs and receptacles, control stations, distribution panels, and more.

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