The Shyft Group, Inc. announced that it has appointed Jacob Farmer as President of Fleet Vehicles and Services (FVS), effective January 9, 2024, reporting to John Dunn, President and CEO. In his new role, Farmer is responsible for FVS operations and implementing the business's strategic vision. Farmer previously served as President of Shyft?s Specialty Vehicles (SV) business.

Before joining Shyft, Farmer served as President and CEO of Trialon Corporation and Global Vice President and General Manager of the Industrial & Specialty Group at Cooper Standard. He holds an Executive MBA from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science in Business from Indiana University.