DONALDSON AEROSPACE & DEFENSE NAMES NEW GLOBAL DIRECTOR OF SALES

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, August 8, 2016 — Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a business unit within Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), today announced the appointment of Lars Hesbjerg as its global director of sales.

 

Hesbjerg, a company veteran who joined Donaldson in 2002, is responsible for all aspects of sales and marketing within Donaldson’s Aerospace & Defense businesses.

 

His performance and history of meeting customer’s needs has led to a steady progression in scope of responsibilities, and he most recently served as director of global sales for Donaldson’s Caterpillar account. Prior to that, he was global director of sales for the on-road transportation market.

 

Hesbjerg holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College and a bachelor’s degree in international business from Metropolitan State University. He also completed an Executive Management Program at the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management.

 

“Lars is a great addition to our team and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this role,” said Matt Fortuna, general manager of Donaldson Aerospace & Defense. “In addition to an extensive background in contracts, his relationships with large OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) are especially strong, and I am delighted to welcome him to the organization.”

 

To learn more about the Donaldson Aerospace & Defense group, visit www.donaldsonaerospace-defense.com.

 

 

The Donaldson Aerospace & Defense business unit is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Our filtration solutions protect fixed wing aircraft, rotorcraft, military ground vehicles, electronic equipment, space vehicles, missiles, military shipboard systems and amphibious vehicles. We are committed to advancing filtration technology, and providing quality products and prompt customer service. Our group serves customers from sales, engineering and manufacturing locations around the world. For more information, visit www.donaldsonaerospace-defense.com

 

 

Founded in 1915, Donaldson (NYSE:DCI) is a global leader in the filtration industry with approximately 140 sales, manufacturing and distribution locations in 44 countries. Donaldson’s innovative filtration technologies improve people’s lives, enhance Customers’ equipment performance and protect the environment. For more information, visit www.Donaldson.com.