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Link-Belt Cranes Names Gary Lane as Vice President of Marketing, Sales, Customer Support

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Gary Lane

Mon March 17, 2025
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Gary Lane has been named vice president of marketing, sales and customer support of Link-Belt Cranes, effective July 1, 2025. Link-Belt President and CEO Melvin Porter made the announcement at the company's headquarters in Lexington, Ky.

Lane is a veteran of the crane business, possessing nearly 30 years of industry experience. He joined Link-Belt in 2008 as a district manager covering the central United States, and he spent nine years leading crane sales for Link-Belt dealer general equipment and supplies in Minnesota and North Dakota. Most recently, Lane has served as manager of North American sales of Link-Belt since early 2021.

"Gary's experience within Link-Belt Cranes, the heavy equipment industry, and his knowledge of distribution will be beneficial in leading the company into the future," said Melvin Porter. "Gary has always maintained a strong focus on customer service and support."



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