Insights into Kirk Aubry’s Retirement and Jeff Roberts’ Appointment as CEO of Savage
Salt Lake City — Savage, a key player in the agricultural, infrastructure, and environmental sectors, has announced a significant leadership transition. After over a decade at the helm, President and CEO Kirk Aubry will retire from the company on December 31, 2024. Chief Operating Officer Jeff Roberts will step into the role of president immediately and assume the CEO position on January 1, 2025.
Under Aubry’s leadership, Savage expanded its footprint in diverse markets, including agriculture, enhancing safety standards, operational efficiency, and financial performance to unprecedented levels. The transition marks a pivotal moment as Savage prepares to continue its growth trajectory under Roberts’ leadership, emphasizing continuity and strategic evolution.
Savage’s Chairman of the Board, Don Stebbins, expressed gratitude for Aubry’s transformative leadership and highlighted Roberts’ strategic acumen and commitment to Savage’s core values as pivotal in ensuring seamless continuity. The Savage family echoed these sentiments, recognizing Aubry’s profound impact on the company’s growth and success.
Jeff Roberts, who joined Savage as Chief Financial Officer in 2016 and rose to COO in 2022, expressed his honor at being selected for the CEO role, emphasizing his dedication to furthering Savage’s innovative legacy. The transition underscores Savage’s commitment to sustained growth and operational excellence in the agricultural sector and beyond.
