Briggs Industrial Solutions, a provider of solutions and equipment within the material handling industry, announced the promotion of Leland Wells to the position of President, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Wells succeeds Dan Lister, who was elevated to Chief Executive Officer of Sammons Industrial.

“Leland is an exceptional leader with significant operational experience and is uniquely positioned to lead Briggs forward,” Lister said. “His approach to team development and strong values aligns with our company values and will be instrumental as we continue to grow our businesses. I am excited to see him take on this new role.”

Previously serving as Briggs’ Chief Operating Officer, Wells brings more than 25 years of experience in the Industrial and Telecommunications industries to his new role. Since joining Briggs in 2015, Wells has played an instrumental role in driving growth and leading operations, establishing a proven track record of leadership and innovation.

“I am honored to take on this new role and excited to continue working with the extraordinary team at Briggs,” said Wells. “Together, we will continue to build on the strong Briggs brand, which has been a cornerstone of excellence for nearly 130 years and focus on growing the business by bringing exceptional value to our customers.”