Wabash National Corporation Announces Leadership Change

LAFAYETTE, Ind., June 16, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wabash National Corporation WNC, a diversified industrial manufacturer and North America's leading producer of semi-trailers and liquid transportation systems, announced today that Mark Weber, senior vice president and group president of Diversified Products, has left the company effective immediately to pursue other opportunities. Brent Yeagy, president and chief operating officer, will step in to lead the Diversified Products Group until a successor is named.

"I want to thank Mark for his many contributions these past twelve years, particularly for his tremendous effort and willingness to take on the task of leadership for our Diversified Products businesses these past four years," said Dick Giromini, chief executive officer. "This experience, combined with his years serving as our chief financial officer, positions Mark well for continued success in his career.

"Through this period of transition," Giromini continued, "we remain committed to our growth and diversification strategy, with immediate focus on execution, enhancing business collaboration and optimizing manufacturing processes."

About Wabash National Corporation
Wabash National Corporation WNC is a diversified industrial manufacturer and North America's leading producer of semi-trailers and liquid transportation systems. Established in 1985 in Lafayette, Indiana, the company manufactures a diverse range of products, including: dry freight and refrigerated trailers, platform trailers, bulk tank trailers, dry and refrigerated truck bodies, truck-mounted tanks, intermodal equipment, aircraft refueling equipment, structural composite panels and products, trailer aerodynamic solutions, and specialty food grade and pharmaceutical equipment. Its innovative products are sold under the following brand names: Wabash National®, Beall®, Benson®, Brenner® Tank, Bulk Tank International, DuraPlate®, Extract Technology®, Garsite, Progress Tank, Transcraft®, Walker Engineered Products, and Walker Transport. Learn more at www.wabashnational.com.

Media Contact:
Dana Stelsel
Corporate Communications Manager
(765) 771-5766
dana.stelsel@wabashnational.com

Investor Relations:
Mike Pettit
Vice President – Finance and Investor Relations
(765) 771-5581
michael.pettit@wabashnational.com