Vogt Ice

Mar 30, 2021

Ferguson brings his history of innovation, collaboration and customer experience to maximize MVP’s business growth potential. Magnum Venus Products (MVP, Knoxville, Tenn., U.S.), a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications, announces Tobi Ferguson as its president and CEO. An experienced business leader, Ferguson aims to build on the company’s history of innovation to achieve key financial and growth initiatives by delivering optimum value and performance for its customers. “Tobi will be instrumental in the growth of MVP with his ability to articulate a vision and drive employee engagement,” says Mark Lewry, chairman of MVP’s Board of Directors. “His diverse manufacturing background, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for people make him a natural fit. We are excited to welcome him to the MVP family.” “I am inspired by the company’s solutions-oriented approach to meet production challenges for the manufacturers who keep planes in the air, boats from sinking and everything in between,” Ferguson says. “I look forward to joining the team and building on the strong foundation in place to maximize the business’ growth potential.” In his most recent role, Ferguson led Vogt Ice LLC (Louisville, Ken., U.S.) where he served as president for six years. With an innate ability to foster collaboration, he reportedly ignited the Vogt brand and improved performance by optimizing operations, strengthening partnerships and deploying lean manufacturing practices. Prior to Vogt, Ferguson held a number of appointments including director of Global Operations for Welbilt Foodservice (New Port Richey, Fla., U.S.), where he dramatically improved overall customer experience by centralizing its distribution centers and systems. He also held roles in the healthcare industry where he was responsible for revitalizing R&D and launching several disruptive technologies. “MVP holds limitless potential to inspire radical change in the composites industry and beyond,” adds Ferguson. “I plan to implement a culture which serves our markets with tenacity, ingenuity and with a focus on quality to drive the flawless execution our customers deserve.”