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Domenic Ruccolo

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SVP, Deere Global Construction & Forestry Chief Sales Officer, Wirtgen Group at John Deere
📍 United States

A retired leader with 33 years at John Deere, Domenic Ruccolo culminated his career as CEO of Wirtgen Group and SVP of the Global Construction & Forestry Division. An expert in M&A and global strategy with an MBA from Duke University, he was instrumental in major corporate integrations and strategic shifts.

Since retiring, Domenic reflects on a career that involved extensive global travel and building lasting relationships. He is a leader who frequently expressed gratitude for his colleagues and emphasized team development. He values spending time with family and friends, particularly during the holidays.

He led the post-acquisition integration of Wirtgen Group, a major competitor, while simultaneously serving as a Senior Vice President at the parent company, John Deere.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
SVP, Deere Global Construction & Forestry Chief Sales Officer, Wirtgen Group
Job Level
Leadership
Location
United States
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M&A Integration
As CEO of Wirtgen Group after its acquisition by John Deere, he was responsible for leading all aspects of the successful integration process.
Alternative Power
He has spoken about the importance of electric, hybrid, and hydrogen power systems for construction machinery to address climate change and sustainability.
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Career

Work history

9-2021
SVP, Deere Global Construction & Forestry Chief Sales Officer, Wirtgen Group
John Deere
12-2017 - 9-2021
CEO
WIRTGEN GROUP
6-2007 - 12-2017
SVP - Worldwide Sales & Marketing - Construction & Forestry Division
John Deere Construction & Forestry Company
1-2005 - 6-2007
Vice President, Marketing, JDAMC, US & Canadian Ag Divisoin
John Deere Construction & Forestry Company
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Education
1999 - 2000
MBA
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business
1987 - 1990
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
Concordia University
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