Canton, OH – August 15, 2025 – Canton Drop Forge is proud to announce the promotion of Gary Mehler to Vice President of Sales, effective July 21, 2025. Gary has been identified as the successor of John Silvestro, who retired after a distinguished career with the company.
Gary joined Canton Drop Forge in 2005 as the Inside Sales Manager, where he has been instrumental in expanding market presence, strengthening customer relationships, and driving sales growth across multiple sectors. His leadership, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to customer satisfaction have made him an invaluable member of the leadership team.
“Gary has consistently demonstrated exceptional strategic thinking and an ability to deliver results,” said Greg Lorenzoni, President of Canton Drop Forge. “We are confident that under his leadership, our sales organization will continue to thrive and meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
Outgoing Vice President of Sales & Marketing, John Silvestro, leaves behind a legacy of excellence, having led the sales team for nearly 32 years. His contributions have been integral to the company’s sustained success, and the entire Canton Drop Forge team wishes him the very best in his retirement.
“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation John has created,” said Gary Mehler. “Canton Drop Forge is known for its quality, innovation, and customer focus, and I look forward to continuing to drive our growth in the years ahead, ensuring a Canton-First vision is delivered to our valued customers.”
About Canton Drop Forge: Founded in 1903, Canton Drop Forge is a leader in producing highly engineered forged products for critical applications in aerospace, transportation, energy, and industrial markets. With a century-long commitment to quality and precision, the company continues to serve customers around the world from its headquarters in Canton, Ohio.
Canton Drop Forge is a subsidiary of Park-Ohio Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: PKOH), a diversified international company providing world-class supply chain management services, highly engineered products, and niche manufacturing solutions.