Scott Kepp promoted to President at GEM Inc., of The Rudolph Libbe Group of Companies

Scott Kepp has been named President of GEM Inc., one of The Rudolph Libbe Group of companies, which focuses on specialty trades construction, manufacturing and industrial process, facility maintenance and ongoing management.

“Scott is an ideal choice to lead GEM into its next phase of growth and success,” said Rudolph Libbe Group Chairman Bill Rudolph. “Scott brings almost three decades of GEM experience with him and our associates look forward to his leadership.”

Kepp replaces Steve Johnson, who retired in late April after 37 years with the company, including 10 as President.

“I’m excited to continue the growth and progress that GEM made under Steve,” Kepp said. “Our focus will be on safety, maintaining high quality standards, winning new customers by demonstrating the value we can bring to their projects, and keeping our commitments to our current customers.”

Kepp, of Perrysburg, Ohio, joined GEM in June 1997 as an assistant project manager, and progressed to his most recent position of Senior Vice President. He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. Kepp is active in the industry and in the community, currently serving on the board of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Northwest Ohio as immediate past president, and as a member of the Rotary Club of Toledo.