Bert Brant

Bert Brant is a seasoned executive in global operations with extensive experience across multiple industries. As the Senior Vice President of Global Operations at Columbus McKinnon since February 2018, Bert has honed leadership skills in overseeing large-scale operations. Previous roles include Senior Vice President of Global Operations at Colfax Fluid Handling and Vice President of Operations for North American Hand Tools at Apex Tool Group, LLC. Bert's career also encompasses significant positions such as Executive VP of Operations and COO at Pergo LLC, where oversight included a market-leading laminate flooring company, as well as general management roles at Rexnord Corporation and Drexel Heritage Furnishings Inc. Bert's background in manufacturing and engineering is supported by a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from Georgia Southern University, completed in 1982.