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Global Cotton Ginning Company Names New President Lummus Corp. has announced that Bill Antilla has joined the company as president of Lummus Ag Solutions, effective Oct. 28, 2024. With a legacy dating back to 1863, Lummus Ag Solutions is recognized as the world’s leading supplier of machinery and replacement parts for the cotton ginning industry. The company also provides design, installation, field and technical service support for customers in the USA and around the world, serving the cotton, oilseed and synthetic fiber industries. The company emphasizes a commitment to the highest level of quality, innovation and service, and markets its solutions in more than 100 countries. Announcing the hire of Antilla, Lummus Corp.’s executive chairman, Phil DiIorio, stated on behalf of the Lummus board, “We are excited to have Bill join the company. He brings a wealth of relevant industry experience that will position Lummus Ag Solutions well for the future. We are confident that he will reinforce our talented team to ensure our customers receive the high-quality, innovative products and service that they expect from Lummus Ag Solutions.” Antilla has more than 30 years of experience in both the agriculture industry and executive leadership roles as well as
a strong track record of driving growth and operational excellence. Early in his career, he held management and leadership positions at Cargill in their oilseed processing and vegetable oil refining business units in commercial and sales leadership, general management and vice president roles. Bill He also held the position of president and Antilla general manager of CPM Crown, a global leader in oilseed processing technology and equipment with an extensive aftermarket parts and field service business. Most recently, Antilla was president of Threemile Canyon Farms, a large farm and dairy operation in Oregon. Antilla has been described as a transformative and forward-thinking leader with a collaborative spirit and a passion for customers. Looking forward to the new opportunity to serve as Lummus Ag Solutions president, Antilla explains: “It all starts by building trust and credibility, which allows us the opportunity to earn the right to become our customers’ trusted advisor and problem-solving partner.” Antilla has a BA degree from Carleton College and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Re-
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