Doosan Bobcat North America President Mike Ballweber to retire
Scott Park, Doosan Bobcat CEO and vice chairman, will take over as interim president
Mike Ballweber, president of Doosan Bobcat North America, Inc., will retire effective July 31, 2026, following a distinguished career spanning nearly 30 years with the company.
Ballweber's 30-year tenure with Bobcat Company
Ballweber joined Bobcat in 1998 and was appointed president in 2019. During his tenure, he helped strengthen Bobcat's dealer network, expand the company's product portfolio, and advance manufacturing and innovation initiatives.
He guided the business through some of the most complex operating environments in its history, including the COVID-19 pandemic and global supply chain challenges, while supporting a period of accelerated growth and expansion. Throughout, he maintained a strong focus on customers, dealers, and employees.
"I'm sincerely grateful to have led this organization and worked alongside such talented colleagues, dealers, and customers," Ballweber said. "This is a bittersweet moment, as Bobcat has been such an important part of my life. My retirement comes with great pride in what we've accomplished together and with confidence in the strength of our team, our strategy, and the future ahead."
Scott Park to take over as interim president
With Ballweber's retirement, Scott Park, CEO and vice chairman of Doosan Bobcat Inc., will serve as interim president of the North America region, working closely with the regional leadership team until a successor is named.
In this capacity, Park will help ensure the continued execution of Bobcat's strategic priorities and long-term growth plans while maintaining continuity for employees, dealers, and contractors.
"Mike's impact on this business has been significant — not just in the results he helped deliver, but in the way he led," said Park. "He brought a deep commitment to our employees, dealers, and customers, and he helped position Bobcat for continued success. We are grateful for his leadership and lasting contributions and are confident in our continued momentum moving forward."
