United Rentals Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
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| Michael J. Kneeland |
Wayland Hicks, chief executive officer for United Rentals, said: "Michael's new position as chief operating officer allows United Rentals to further capitalize on his extensive knowledge of the equipment rental business. His wealth of experience has been instrumental in helping our company to shape its strategy and achieve significant growth."
Kneeland has more than 25 years of management experience in the equipment rental industry, including key positions in sales and operations with private, public and investor-owned companies. He initially joined United Rentals in 1998 as district manager. In 1999, his responsibilities were expanded to include multiple districts within United Rentals' aerial operations. Kneeland was subsequently named vice president-aerial operations in 2000, and vice president-southeast region in 2001, before becoming executive vice president-operations.
