COLUMBUS, Ind. - Cummins Inc. has announced the promotion of four leaders to the role of vice president, effective Aug. 1, 2026.
The promotions reflect the company’s commitment to developing exceptional leaders who help drive growth, advance key business priorities, and position Cummins for continued success.
The newly appointed vice presidents are:
- Erica Baird (based in Indy) - Vice President, Global Sales and Service
- Susan Cleaver (based in Dallas) - Vice President, Global Power Generation
- John Havenaar (based in Indy) - Vice President, Total Rewards
- Brad Sutton (based in Columbus) - Vice President, Powertrain Engineering
“Erica, Susan, John, and Brad have each made significant contributions to Cummins through their leadership, business results, and dedication to serving our customers and employees,” said Jennifer Rumsey, Chair and CEO, Cummins Inc. “As we continue building on our momentum and investing in future growth, their experience and expertise will help us deliver on our commitments, strengthen the company, and create value for our stakeholders around the world.”

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