News & Events

Wilfore Named Chief Operating Officer of Yancey Bros. Co.

Yancey Bros. Co. announces the promotion of T.A. “Bud” Wilfore as Chief Operating Officer of the company. 

Drawing upon his knowledge of the construction, transportation and agribusiness industries in Georgia, Mr. Wilfore will be responsible for managing the customer focused operations for all five divisions of the company.

“Bud’s understanding of the equipment and engine industries, especially within the Caterpillar organization, will allow him to play a more critical role in Yancey’s mission of serving our customers by helping them solve their challenges and be successful,” said James E. Stephenson, President and CEO of Yancey Bros. Co.  “Bud has been a tremendous asset to Yancey’s growth and success over the past 15 years.  His extensive experience in the industries we serve, combined with his knowledge of Caterpillar’s world-wide organization, will be invaluable as we grow and continue to focus our operations on our customers and their needs,” adds Stephenson. 

Mr. Wilfore joined Yancey Bros. Co. in 1989 and has served in management and leadership positions within the company since that time.  Under his leadership and direction the company added a compact equipment division in 1995, a rental services division in 1997 and an agricultural products division in 2000.  His latest role was serving the company as Executive Vice President.  In his new role, he will lead Yancey Bros. Co.’s sales, rental, and product support operations for heavy and compact equipment as well as all business related to the company’s agricultural products, power generation and engine operations.