Maxam Promotes Ed Petros To Forestry & Port Segment Manager

Maxam Tire North America has promoted Ed Petros to Forestry and Port Segment Manager, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and expertise within two of its most important specialty tire segments.

Petros brings more than 40 years of commercial tire industry experience to his new role. Raised in a family tire business and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he has built a distinguished career serving the off-the-road tire market.

His extensive background includes leadership roles with a premier OTR tire dealer, a leading retreading organization, and Bridgestone/GCR, where he developed deep expertise across earthmoving, mining, forestry, port and other heavy-duty applications. During his seven years with Maxam Tire, Petros has played an instrumental role in supporting customers, driving growth, and helping strengthen the company’s position in key markets.

“Ed’s promotion is a reflection of the tremendous impact he has made throughout his time at Maxam,” said Jimmy McDonnell, Senior Vice President, Maxam Tire North America. “His decades of industry knowledge, unwavering commitment to our customers, and dedication to continuous improvement have helped shape our success. Ed is well-positioned to lead the continued growth and development of our forestry and port segments.”