Donald Winston serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Wabash National Corporation, a leading manufacturer of truck trailers, truck bodies, and related equipment. In this pivotal role, he oversees all aspects of the company's operations, including manufacturing, supply chain management, quality control, and logistics, driving efficiency and scalability to support Wabash's growth in the North American transportation industry. Winston's strategic leadership ensures seamless execution of production goals while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. With more than 25 years of progressive experience in manufacturing and operations, Winston joined Wabash National in 2012 as Vice President of Manufacturing, advancing rapidly due to his expertise in lean methodologies and process optimization. Previously, he held senior roles at Fortune 500 companies in the automotive and heavy equipment sectors, including Plant Director at a major supplier where he led a multimillion-dollar facility expansion that boosted output by 35% and cut operational costs by 22%. His achievements include spearheading Wabash's adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, resulting in a 15% improvement in on-time delivery rates and earning him the Manufacturing Executive of the Year award from the Indiana Manufacturers Association in 2020. A graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and an MBA from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, Winston is a recognized thought leader in operational excellence. Under his guidance, Wabash National has expanded its production footprint, enhanced supply chain resilience amid global disruptions, and fostered a culture of innovation that positions the company for long-term market leadership.