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Mel Cohen Appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer

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Mel Cohen Great Dane CEO

Savannah, GA (May 11, 2026) – Mel Cohen, a long-time member of Great Dane’s Board of Advisors, has been appointed as Great Dane’s Interim Chief Executive Officer.

Mel brings nearly four decades of operating leadership and industrial manufacturing experience to this role. His involvement with Great Dane over the years has given him a deep understanding of the business and the industry, and he is positioned to accelerate the execution of our strategy.

Rick Mullininx will retire effective December 31, 2026. Rick will continue in his role as President and Chief Operating Officer through that period and remains a key partner in this leadership transition. The search for a permanent Chief Executive Officer remains ongoing.