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Toro appoints EMEA managing director

8.27am 5th February 2025 - Corporate

Long-serving Toro Company manager Richard Walne has been appointed Managing Director of the businesses’s Europe, Middle East and Africa operations.

In his new role, Walne will have leadership responsibility for the company’s equipment and water businesses in the region with a focus on advancing strategic customer priorities, strengthening its market positions and evolving the portfolio of innovative solutions.

Walne’s career at Toro spans 45 years, during which he has held various roles across the business. He started out as a technical representative in Europe and from there held senior marketing and product development roles in the US. He then transitioned to the Asia-Pacific, Australia and China region, ultimately serving as Managing Director, APAC, a position he had held since 2000.

With a deep passion for helping customers and a proven ability to inspire teams, Walne has made significant contributions to Toro’s growth and success throughout his career which he now brings to the EMEA region.

“Richard’s industry knowledge and impressive career at The Toro Company have been nothing short of exceptional,” said Amy Dahl, Vice President, International at The Toro Company.

“His contributions have significantly shaped our international business across the globe, and his dedication to our customers and teams is unparalleled. We are thrilled that Richard is moving into this role and are confident that he will help expand our market leadership and accelerate growth in this region moving forward,” added Dahl.

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