John Arthur Riggs

John Arthur Riggs possesses extensive experience in both the private sector and military leadership. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Technology and Engine Division at Riggs Cat since August 2018, Riggs has progressed through various roles including Vice President of Technology and Assets and General Manager of Northwest Arkansas. Prior to Riggs Cat, Riggs was the General Manager at SITECH Arkansas and held a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt position at Riggs Cat, overseeing process improvement projects across multiple divisions. Riggs has military experience as a Battalion Fire Support Officer in the US Army, where responsibilities included training and development of officers and soldiers, along with leadership roles as a Battery Platoon Leader and Company Fire Support Officer. Riggs holds an Executive MBA from the University of Arkansas and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Rhodes College.