American Vanguard Corporation executive vice president and chief operating officer Bob Trogele has announced his retirement as of May 31, 2024.
Trogele has spent 35 years in the agrochemical industry and joined AMVAC in January 2015. While at AMVAC, his focus has been on growing the business across multiple product lines and geographies, achieving greater profitability and establishing a pipeline of future opportunities through innovation and strategic relationships.
“Bob’s tenure at AMVAC has been marked by remarkable achievements and steadfast dedication. His vision and expertise have been instrumental in setting the company’s trajectory,” said AMVAC chairman and CEO Eric G. Wintemute. “During his time at the company, AMVAC expanded its international product and distribution presence, completed 22 acquisitions, launched its Green Solutions portfolio of biologicals, and expanded the Simpas application system to include Simpas-applied solutions and Ultimus technology. Following Bob’s successful efforts on expanding our company and broadening product and technology portfolios, we are placing near- and mid-term emphasis on transforming our global operations into an efficient engine for growth and profitability.”
Following his retirement, Trogele plans to remain involved in global agribusiness as an independent board director, investor and entrepreneur.
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