John S. Abbott

SVP, Manufacturing Platform & President, Varistar at Otter Tail

John Abbott has an extensive professional background in various industries, including manufacturing, nonprofit services, and electronic packaging. With experience as President of Varistar Manufacturing at Otter Tail Corporation and Chairman of the Board at Lifeworks Services, Inc., John has also held significant leadership roles at Standex International, Pentair, and McQuay. From overseeing diversified manufacturing companies to leading commercial food service equipment segments, John's expertise spans across sales, product management, engineering, and business administration. With an MBA from the University of St. Thomas and a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, John has a strong educational foundation to complement their practical experience.

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