GhousFreightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) announced the appointment of Akbar Ghous as its new vice president of sales and marketing.
In his new role, Ghous will drive ongoing, comprehensive strategy and management of sales and marketing operations across each of FCCC’s product categories — RV, commercial truck and commercial bus.
Ghous brings nearly 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, business development, management and strategic planning and analysis to FCCC. He’s spent his entire professional career at Daimler Truck, the parent company of FCCC, in several key leadership roles in sales and marketing.
Most recently, he served as operations manager for Daimler Trucks’ senior vice president of sales and marketing, where he managed and led operations, strategic initiatives and special projects for the organization’s sales and marketing team.
“Akbar’s vision, commitment and proven track record of success in both sales and marketing make him an ideal fit for this critical role on our team,” said Jeff Sather, president and CEO of FCCC. “And his extensive experience within Daimler Truck means he steps into his new position with a comprehensive understanding of FCCC and the industries we serve — as well as a unique appreciation for the critical role our customers and partners play in our company’s success.”
“I am incredibly thrilled and humbled to step into this amazing role at FCCC,” Ghous said. “Over the course of my time and across my different roles within Daimler Truck, I’ve learned firsthand FCCC’s hard-earned reputation for innovation and excellence throughout the industries it serves. It’s an honor to join the company at such an exciting time and to help play a part in guiding its future growth and success.”
