Donaldson Names Dan Larsen General Manager, Aerospace & Defense
April 2, 2018
ST. LOUIS (April 2, 2018) – Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) today announced that Dan Larsen has been named General Manager, Aerospace & Defense.
An 18-year company veteran, Larsen is responsible for refining the global growth strategies for the Aerospace & Defense business. He began his career at Donaldson in corporate purchasing, where he held several roles over five years. He then spent seven years in OEM sales, working with global OEMs in the off-road and on-road industry in roles ranging from account manager to sales director. In 2013, Larsen moved to the engine aftermarket business, where he was responsible for global hydraulics. In 2015 he moved to China, where he was responsible for the engine business for greater China.
“Dan has played an important role in igniting growth in our core on- and off-road OEM markets,” said Tom Scalf, Senior Vice President of Engine Products. “We are pleased that Dan has accepted this new role, bringing his expertise and business acumen to this important opportunity. I am delighted to welcome him to the organization.”
To learn more about Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, visit www.DonaldsonAerospace-Defense.com.
About Donaldson Aerospace & Defense
Donaldson’s Aerospace & Defense business unit is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Its filtration solutions protect fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, military ground vehicles, electronic equipment, space vehicles, missiles, military shipboard systems and amphibious vehicles. Donaldson, committed to advancing filtration technology and providing quality products and prompt customer service, assists customers from its many sales, engineering and manufacturing locations around the world. For more information, visit www.DonaldsonAerospace-Defense.com
About Donaldson Company
Founded in 1915, Donaldson Company is a global leader in the filtration industry with sales, manufacturing and distribution locations around the world. Donaldson’s innovative technologies are designed to solve complex filtration challenges and enhance customers’ equipment. For more information, visit www.Donaldson.com
An 18-year company veteran, Larsen is responsible for refining the global growth strategies for the Aerospace & Defense business. He began his career at Donaldson in corporate purchasing, where he held several roles over five years. He then spent seven years in OEM sales, working with global OEMs in the off-road and on-road industry in roles ranging from account manager to sales director. In 2013, Larsen moved to the engine aftermarket business, where he was responsible for global hydraulics. In 2015 he moved to China, where he was responsible for the engine business for greater China.
“Dan has played an important role in igniting growth in our core on- and off-road OEM markets,” said Tom Scalf, Senior Vice President of Engine Products. “We are pleased that Dan has accepted this new role, bringing his expertise and business acumen to this important opportunity. I am delighted to welcome him to the organization.”
To learn more about Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, visit www.DonaldsonAerospace-Defense.com.
About Donaldson Aerospace & Defense
Donaldson’s Aerospace & Defense business unit is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Its filtration solutions protect fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, military ground vehicles, electronic equipment, space vehicles, missiles, military shipboard systems and amphibious vehicles. Donaldson, committed to advancing filtration technology and providing quality products and prompt customer service, assists customers from its many sales, engineering and manufacturing locations around the world. For more information, visit www.DonaldsonAerospace-Defense.com
About Donaldson Company
Founded in 1915, Donaldson Company is a global leader in the filtration industry with sales, manufacturing and distribution locations around the world. Donaldson’s innovative technologies are designed to solve complex filtration challenges and enhance customers’ equipment. For more information, visit www.Donaldson.com
