Summit Truck Equipment is pleased to welcome Jeff Holm as its newest territory sales representative, serving customers throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
Jeff brings firsthand experience with agriculture, trucking and heavy equipment, along with a practical understanding of the demands customers face in the field. Raised on a farm in central Minnesota, he grew up around a family-operated trucking company. He gained early exposure to the operation and maintenance of farm equipment, semi-tractors and trailers.
As an adult, Jeff continued to build on that background by operating light construction equipment and working as a commercial driver. For five years, he was an owner-operator hauling flatbed loads with truck-mounted forklifts. In February, Jeff joined Transwest Trucks in St. Michael, Minnesota, as an outside parts expert before transitioning to Summit Truck Equipment in July.
After learning more about the Transwest story and seeing customers respond enthusiastically to Summit’s reputation for quality, Jeff knew he wanted to represent the brand. As he put it, “When the position was posted, it was an easy decision for me to apply.”
A Customer-First Approach
Jeff’s approach to sales begins with listening. He works to build rapport, understand each customer’s operation and identify what will make the job easier.
“I see my role as someone who is there to make the customer’s job and life easier,” Jeff said. “From there, I build trust through consistent follow-through and by bringing value to the relationship.”
Customers can expect Jeff to be organized, prompt and respectful of their time. His goal is to become a dependable partner who helps customers assess their needs and find the right equipment for their work.
Built to Serve a Diverse Territory
The four-state territory includes a broad mix of industries and customer applications. Jeff is looking forward to traveling across the region, learning about each customer’s operation and supporting the people and businesses that keep the Upper Midwest moving.
He is especially interested in learning more about the mining industry, which will add a new dimension to his broad equipment background. During his first year, Jeff plans to establish a strong presence throughout the territory and become a trusted resource for customers and industry partners.
“I would like to see more Summit trucks on the road in Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota,” he said.
A Longstanding Commitment to Service
Jeff’s ability to listen, communicate and work through challenges has also been shaped by more than 20 years of service in local government.
His community involvement began in 2005, when his great-uncle, Kermit Young, donated an 80-acre homestead to the township for use as a park and asked Jeff to join the committee overseeing its development. Jeff helped fulfill that vision through the successful development of Young Park. He later served on the township board of supervisors and played a role in the township’s incorporation into one of Minnesota’s newest cities. Along the way, he also helped officially name Lake Margritte in memory of his great-uncle’s late wife.
Those experiences strengthened the communication skills, emotional intelligence and steady follow-through Jeff brings to customer relationships today.
Life Outside of Work
Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending time with his wife and children on their small hobby farm. He also enjoys operating equipment, teaching his children how to run different machines, following motorsports and spending time on the water in Minnesota.
Jeff is proud to represent Summit Truck Equipment and looks forward to building lasting relationships with customers across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
Connect with Jeff
Jeff Holm
Territory Sales Representative
MN. ND. SD. WI
651-783-2685
jeff.holm@summitbodies.com