James Owens

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1946 –

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Who is James Owens?

James W. Owens is an American economist and manufacturing executive. He is the former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Caterpillar Inc., the world's largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. He held the positions from 1 February 2004 through 2010.

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Born
1946
Elizabeth City
Also known as
  • James W Owens
  • Jim Owens
  • James W. Owens
Ethnicity
  • White people
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Doctorate, North Carolina State University
    Economics
    ( - 1973)
  • Master's Degree, North Carolina State University
    Textile Technology
    ( - 1970)
  • North Carolina State University
    ( - 1968)
Employment
  • Chief Executive Officer, Caterpillar Inc.
    (2004/02/01 - )
  • Group President, Caterpillar Inc.
    (1995 - 2004)
  • Vice President, Caterpillar Inc.
    (1993 - 1995)
  • Vice President, Caterpillar Inc.
    (1990 - )
  • President
    (1990 - )
  • Managing Director, P.T. Natra Raya
    (1987 - 1990)
  • Chief economist, Caterpillar Overseas S.A.
    (1975 - )
  • Corporate Economist, Caterpillar Inc.
    (1972 - 1993)
  • Chief Financial Officer, Caterpillar Inc.
    (1993 - 1995)

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on July 23, 2013

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