Orlando, FL – Vermeer Southeast is pleased to announce the promotion of Patrick McCollum to Vice President of Operations. Since joining the company in 2010, McCollum has demonstrated exceptional leadership across various capacities, now stepping into a role that significantly impacts our operational strategies and business outcomes.

Patrick began his career with Vermeer Southeast as an Environmental Sales Representative in 2010. He moved to Jacksonville in 2013 to become a full-line representative and subsequently assumed the position of Sales Manager. In 2018, he advanced to Regional Manager in Birmingham, AL, and most recently served as Director of Operations before his current promotion.

“Patrick’s elevation to Vice President of Operations is a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence and his profound understanding of our company’s needs,” stated Scott Coley, CEO of Vermeer Southeast. “His leadership is instrumental in our continued growth and strategic alignment.”

On his promotion, Patrick remarked, “It’s not just about the titles; it’s about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day with our employees and customers. I’m motivated by the trust and support of my colleagues and aim to mirror this in my leadership by enhancing our operations and ensuring we all succeed together.”

Under Patrick’s leadership, his focus will remain on aligning operational effectiveness with strategic business goals, fostering team development, and continuing to nurture the company culture that has been a hallmark of Vermeer Southeast.

Reflecting on his journey, Patrick shared, “I am profoundly grateful for the guidance I’ve received, not only from my colleagues but also from my family. My wife, Anna, has been a bedrock of support and wisdom in my life. Her impact is truly immeasurable, and I am thankful every day for her love and belief in me.”

About Vermeer Southeast: Since 1967, Vermeer Southeast has served the southeast with equipment, parts, and service and the right productivity solutions for tree care, landscape, wood waste, recycling, pipeline, utility installation, and vacuum excavation. In 2019, Vermeer Southeast became 100% employee-owned through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). While the company’s corporate office is in Orlando, Vermeer Southeast operates stores throughout Florida in Boynton Beach, Clearwater, Ft. Myers, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, and Pensacola; in Georgia at Buford, Marietta, and Savannah; and in Birmingham, Alabama. An additional location in Huntsville is set to open in 2026, further expanding their commitment to customer service. Vermeer Southeast also serves the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, the Cayman Islands, and Bermuda as Vermeer Islands.