Eric Drooff named President of Keller North America

For more information, contact:Emily Dean

Marketing and Communications AssociateKeller410-551-8200emily.dean@keller-na.com

Hanover, MD, January 25, 2022 — Keller is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Drooff as President of Keller, North America.Eric is succeeding former President James Hind following his retirement. After earning his BS in Civil Engineering from Bucknell University, Eric spent several years working for general contractors in the New York Metro area before joining Hayward Baker (now Keller) in 1992 as a Project Manager. He was promoted to Vice President, Senior Vice President, and in 2015 he became the president of Hayward Baker. In 2018, Eric was promoted to Chief Operating Officer for Keller North America. He has been actively involved in ASCE technical committees, DFI, and is a member of The Moles.Eric stated, “James leaves Keller North America in great shape to sustain and grow our business. I am both humbled and proud to get a turn at leading such talented and hardworking people.”

About Keller Keller was founded in 1860 and is the largest independent geotechnical contractor in the world, with ongoing operations in over 40 countries across six continents. With a North American presence of over 100 years, Keller operates as the market leader with over 50 offices throughout the US and Canada. Keller is the sole source for a complete geotechnical construction solution optimally designed to reduce clients’ risk. Web site address: www.keller-na.com

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