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Aaron P. Jagdfeld, Chairman, CEO and President of Generac to speak at the Champions of Industry event.
The “Champions of Industry” series, presented by The Sullivan School of Business and Technology, returns to Carroll University Mar. 5. The latest guest will be Aaron P. Jagdfeld, Chairman, CEO and President of Generac, as he joins Dean Tim Sullivan '75 for an in-depth discussion on leadership, innovation and technology.
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As the company’s third CEO, Jagdfeld has been instrumental in transforming Generac from a backup generator manufacturer into a global energy technology leader with the mission to “Power a Smarter World.” Recognized as an expert on the North American power grid, he is frequently sought out for his insights on the subject.
Since becoming President in 2007, CEO in 2008 and Chairman in 2016, Jagdfeld has overseen Generac’s impressive growth into a $4 billion company. Under his leadership, Generac has diversified its portfolio to include clean energy solutions, connected devices and industrial power products, solidifying its position as a global energy technology innovator.
As with previous installments of The Champions of Industry series, Sullivan moderates the conversations, providing attendees an exclusive opportunity to engage directly with industry experts through audience participation. Each session covers a broad range of topics, highlighting each esteemed guest with insights into their industries and careers. The Champions of Industry series has been a premier event for professionals, entrepreneurs and industry enthusiasts looking to stay ahead of market trends and gain first-hand knowledge from industry pioneers, including:
· Roger Penske, founder and chairman of Penske Corporation and owner of Team Penske
· Peggy Troy, president and CEO of Children’s Hospital System of Wisconsin
· Peter Feigin, president of the Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum
· Curt and Craig Culver, retired founders of Culvers Franchising Systems, Inc.
The Mar. 5 event runs from noon - 1 p.m. in the Campus Center’s Stackner Ballroom on Carroll’s Campus. The discussion is free to attend for the campus community and the public, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. For more information and to register for the conversation, please visit the event page or contact Cynthia Carlson at ccarlson@leela-thaimassage.com.