Nortrax is pleased to announce the appointment of James “Jim” Fodi to Vice President, Nortrax Quebec. Jim will lead Nortrax Quebec with branch operations in Laval, Brossard, Amos, and newly acquired Nortrax locations in Ste-Agathe and Mont-Laurier.

Jim is a Montreal native and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from McGill University and his Executive M.B.A. degree from the University of Quebec in Montreal. Jim has key industry experience in distribution and logistics, home improvement, construction and sales management. His most significant industry experience was with Hewitt Equipment Ltd., where he served as Group Director of that construction equipment distribution company.

Nortrax President & CEO, Tim Murphy said, “Jim has a very personal and energetic style that matches up well with his proven strategic track record and ability to build great teams. As part of Nortrax senior leadership, his contributions and knowledge of Quebec customers and the Quebec construction equipment market will be vital and beneficial to both customers and employees. He will lead our Quebec teammates well.”

Nortrax, Inc., a John Deere company operates John Deere construction and forestry dealerships throughout the United States and Canada. We are committed to serving those linked to the land based on our core values of integrity, quality, commitment and innovation, values that have sustained John Deere for over 179 years. Based in Tampa, FL, the company supports the construction, forestry, commercial worksite and mining markets in Eastern Canada, as well as the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast Regions of the United States. Nortrax specializes in the sales, service and support of John Deere construction and forestry machines through the new, used and rental channels. Additional information about Nortrax, Inc., its products, services and career opportunities can be found online at www.nortrax.com.