SELECT YOUR LANGUAGE BLOG CAREERS FIND YOUR DEALER STORE OUR LEADERSHIP HomeAboutOur Leadership Kinze is a family business centered around integrity, innovation, excellence, customer focus, and mutual respect. These core, family values are not just words. They define the Kinze culture, the business operation, and the people. JON KINZENBAW CEO and Chairman of the Board It’s 1965. A 21-year old farm boy has $25 in his pocket and a small loan from his hometown bank. With a few new tools and some equipment, he decides to open his own welding shop in Ladora, Iowa. Everyone knew young Jon Kinzenbaw had a gift for fixing things. Few could have guessed his welding shop would one day grow into one of the largest specialty manufacturers in North America. Jon is still actively involved in the business today. He also continues to farm while enjoying his hobby as an avid antique tractor collector. SUSANNE (KINZENBAW) VEATCH President & Chief Marketing Officer Susanne Veatch, daughter of Jon and Marcia Kinzenbaw, is the second generation in the family business. “Growing up, I spent countless hours with my Dad in the office, prototype shop and field. He invested his heart, mind, and energy into Kinze and was always looking for the next innovative planting or harvesting solution to increase productivity. He always made time for my brother and me. I have fond memories of the toys he made for us when we were kids.” Susanne graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Business. Prior to joining Kinze in 2005, she spent many summers working in all aspects of the family business and as a Systems Analyst at Caterpillar. “Our farmer customers are the reason we are in business, and we understand their needs because we are farmers too. We are proud to put our name on Kinze equipment and to build high quality, durable products. The American farmer helps feed the world and we are honored to contribute to this awesome responsibility.” JOIN OUR MAILING LIST Sign up to receive the latest news on Kinze products and innovation. Name * First Last Email * By providing your contact information you agree to receive news and marketing communications from Kinze Manufacturing. You have the ability to unsubscribe at any time. We are committed to keeping your information confidential. We do not sell, rent, or lease our subscription lists to third parties, and we will not provide your personal information to any third party individual, government agency, or company at any time unless compelled to do so by law. * Submit Terms of Use Privacy Policy Social Media Policy Patents ©2021 Kinze Manufacturing 2172 M Avenue, Williamsburg, IA 52361