Spring/Summer 2023 | Volume 33, Number 1
YOU SERVE OTHERS. WE SERVE YOU.™
A Newsletter For Our Customers, Employees and Friends
IN THIS ISSUE
President’s Message.................................Page 2 Featured Customer: Shreveport, LA, FD...... 2 PSP Pump Now Rated up to 2000 GPM...... 2
FDIC Sneak Peek: Built for Performance, Powered by Technology..................................... 3 See What’s Happening Across Darley: Equipment, International, Odin Foam, Defense, USMR & Tactical.................................. 4 Just Ask Engineering: How Does Darley Leverage its Manufacturing Operations to Provide Value to Customer?....................... 5 Team Darley Recent Promotions................... 5 PSPH: Big Water for Large Fires....................... 5 From the Office of Jeff Darley.......................... 6 Inside Darley: Thought Leadership Essay Competition, Garry Briese Inducted into the National Fire Heritage.................................. 6 Employee Profile: Bruce Ireland...................... 6 Pump School & CAFS Academy......................7 Classic Catalogs Since 1908.............................7 Next Gen Darley: Matt Long...............................7 Electric Vehicle Solutions: Car Fire Blanket and Emergency Plug.............................................7 Drone Camera Systems — Choose the Right Option for Your Department................ 8 Sign Up for Inside Darley.................................... 8 Darley.com Redesigned to Serve You......... 8 Remembering Bobby Halton........................... 8 Upcoming Darley Trade Shows...................... 8
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Wilson Jones Joins Darley Board of Directors Wilson Jones, the former President and CEO of Oshkosh Corporation, has recently been appointed to the Board of Directors at Darley. Jones brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in both the defense and firefighting industries, working at Oshkosh Corporation since 2005 and serving as CEO from 2016 to 2021. Under his leadership, Oshkosh grew into a global leader in specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, with a focus on serving customers in the defense, fire and emergency, and commercial markets. In his new role on the Board of Directors at Darley, Jones will bring his strategic vision and operational expertise to our company, helping to guide Wilson Jones its growth and success in the highly competitive firefighting, emergency response and defense industries. Wilson also serves on the Board of Directors for Thor Industries, Inc., one of the world’s largest manufacturers of recreational vehicles, as well as on the Boards of the Green Bay Packers, Green Bay Packaging, and the Oshkosh Kid’s Foundation. “Wilson Jones is a highly respected leader and confidant. We are thrilled to have him join our Board of Directors,” said Paul Darley, Chairman & CEO of Darley. “His insights and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to expand our offerings, build on our commitment to innovation and customer service, and implement our continuity plan.” Throughout his career, Wilson has cultivated a servant-led leadership model with a focus on valuing diverse opinions, fostering an environment of trust, developing others, and acting with humility. These efforts to build a culture around putting people first have contributed to the many recognitions Oshkosh Corporation has received. Most notably, Oshkosh Corporation has been listed as a World’s Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, highlighting the company’s strong ethical culture. “I am excited to join the Board of Directors at Darley,” said Jones. “I have known Paul Darley and the Darley family for over 25 years as both a customer and a supplier. The company has a rich history of innovation and excellence in the firefighting, first response and defense industries, and I look forward to working with the team to help drive its continued success and growth.” Jones’ appointment to the Board of Directors at Darley is just the latest example of the company’s commitment to building a team of highly experienced and talented leaders, who can help guide Darley into the future.
Darley Named Top 100 USA Defense Contractor
Defense & Security Monitor recently released their report on the top 100 Defense Contractors in 2022. The largest are household names like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and General Dynamics with sales in excess of $20 Billion each. Darley is honored to be listed at #68 with Department of Defense (DoD) sales of $607 Million in 2022. Darley’s history of serving the US Military dates to World War II, when Darley provided thousands of pumps for the US Amy and Navy, earning us the coveted E Award. Today, Darley’s defense division is guided by an amazing Defense Advisory Board with retired leaders from all branches of the DoD. Along with our dediDarley Defense Advisory Board during our December cated staff, they 2022 meeting. are committed to our mission of passionately serving the world’s first responder and tactical communities by providing high quality, safe and innovative products with unmatched commitment and service. Darley Defense employees at our annual sales meeting in Itasca, IL.