DTNA appoints a new president and CEO of FCCC & TBB

Mr. T.J. Reed has been appointed president and CEO of FCCC and TBB at Daimler Truck North America, effective September 9.

Portland, United States- Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA)., has appointed Mr. T.J. Reed as the new president and CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp (FCCC) and Thomas Built Buses (TBB), effective September 9. Reed will oversee strategy, sales, and operations for both brands. He succeeds Mr. Kevin Bangston, now CEO and president of Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) North America.

Mr. T.J. Reed, currently president of Daimler Truck Remarketing (DTR) and SelecTrucks, brings over 25 years of truck manufacturing experience. Since joining Daimler in 1998, he has held key roles in product marketing, strategy, and pricing. Reed also spent six years at Meritor Inc., serving as VP of Global Business Development for Electrification.

Reed has an MBA from Michigan State University and a bachelor’s degree in business and history from Muskingum University. He will continue overseeing DTR and support the team until a successor is appointed.

Mr. Jeff Allen, senior vice president, operations and Specialty Vehicles, DTNA, said, “T.J.’s broad experience across the industry, as well as his exceptional customer focus, makes him the perfect fit for this role. His expertise and personality will enable him to drive innovation and growth for both companies."

Mr. John O’Leary, president and CEO of DTNA, said, "We’re excited to have T.J. at the helm of these specialty vehicle business units. His extensive industry knowledge and exceptional leadership skills will further strengthen and drive the success of both FCCC and TBB. With his vision and holistic approach to operations he will be a valuable asset to these already strong businesses – and help continue to pave the way to sustainable transportation."