PDCA NEWS
▼▼DUTTON RETIRES AFTER MAKING DEEP
IMPACT ON THE FOUNDATION INDUSTRY
Ben Dutton retired from Equipment Corporation of America
(ECA) in December 2018 after more than 43 years spent climbing
through the ranks within the distributor of foundation construction
equipment. His large personality and commitment to serving others
have left a mark throughout the global foundation industry.
Dutton started as a sales engineer at ECA in 1975, and quickly
advanced to the role of Philadelphia branch manager at age 29. He
spent many years as executive vice president of sales and marketing
before eventually being promoted to president.
“I am pleased to have contributed to the advancement of the
deep foundation construction industry,” Dutton said. “But mostly, I
am honored and privileged to have worked with competitors, suppliers,
customers and employees to provide the same growth and
opportunities I have experienced in a career that has spanned nearly
five decades.”
Although stationed in ECA’s Philadelphia office, his influence
extended from the U.S. to Canada and Europe as the firm strategically
expanded products, manufacturers and markets. Dutton worked
closely with CEO Roy Kern and his father Al to mold ECA into a
global leader in foundation equipment.
“Throughout his career, Ben has touched many of us – employees,
customers, vendors, trade groups and competitors alike – and
could always be counted on for his industry knowledge, vision,
professionalism, sales acumen and friendship,” said CEO Roy Kern.
“He’s been a force within our industry and a huge contributor
towards the development and growth ECA has enjoyed over the last
40-plus years.”
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