• Grote names human resources director

    July 16, 2012

    Josh Wilber has been named director-human resources, for Grote Industries. Wilber replaces Bruce Hofferth, who is retiring.

    Wilber joins Grote from Ohio Valley Electric Co., most recently overseeing all human resource issues involving trade and professional employees.

    “We are especially pleased that Josh is joining Grote,” said Dominic Grote, president & COO. “His multi-task and multi-location HR background fits our expanding needs perfectly as we continue our global expansion. Josh will be instrumental in attracting the best people and supporting their development throughout their careers at Grote.

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