Winnebago Names SVP For Strategic Planning

FOREST CITY, Iowa (AP) — Recreational vehicle maker Winnebago Industries Inc. said Wednesday that its board elected Randy J. Potts as its senior vice president for strategic planning.

Potts, 50, will be responsible for Winnebago's new business development. He joined the company 26 years ago and most recently served as vice president for manufacturing.

In connection with Potts' appointment, Daryl W. Krieger was named to replace him as director of manufacturing.

Krieger, 46, will oversee all production, inventory control, maintenance services, warehousing, manufacturing engineering and tooling areas of the company. He joined Winnebago 25 years ago and most recently served as general manager for fabrication.

Winnebago shares fell 1 cent to $11.30 in afternoon trading.