The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced that Vermeer Chair Emeritus Robert “Bob” Vermeer is among the 2016 inductees into the AEM Hall of Fame.

The hall recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals in the off-road equipment industry, and their legacy of innovation, service and leadership. Under Bob’s leadership, sales at Vermeer grew nearly 13 times. He also spearheaded numerous employee and community service programs including the Vermeer Chaplain Program, the Vermeer Charitable Foundation Scholarship Program and the Vermeer Spirit of Caring Award.

Founder of Vermeer Corporation Gary Vermeer was inducted to the AEM Hall of Fame in 1996.