Chad Weidemann

Chad Weidemann is a seasoned sales professional with extensive experience in the heavy equipment industry. Currently serving as Sales Manager at Empire Cat since 2024, Chad previously held the position of Regional Sales Manager at Ziegler Caterpillar from 2018 to 2023, where leadership of a 16-member sales team was critical in driving strategic growth for national and global accounts. Prior roles include Vice President of Sales at IronPlanet/Cat Auction Services from 2015 to 2017, where Chad played a key role in managing the merger of two major companies and achieving significant shareholder value. Chad also served as Vice President of Sales at Cat Auction Services from 2009 to 2015, focusing on U.S. market development, and held various managerial roles at Ziegler Caterpillar from 1996 to 2008. Chad holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Iowa State University, Ivy College of Business.