Allen Engineering Corp. Adds Powers and Jarrett to Executive Team

Shannon Powers is the new director of finance and administration, and Marcus Jarrett is promoted to director of engineering and product development.
July 25, 2024
2 min read

Allen Engineering Corp. (AEC), a family-owned company specializing in high-quality, innovative equipment for concrete placement, finishing, polishing, and paving, is proud to announce two additions to its executive team. Shannon Powers is the new director of finance and administration, and Marcus Jarrett is promoted to director of engineering and product development. As new members of the executive team, they will be responsible for leading, managing, and holding accountable all functional areas of AEC.

"Shannon's extensive experience in finance, coupled with her knowledge of the manufacturing industry, makes her an invaluable addition to our team," said Jay Allen, CEO of Allen Engineering Corp. "We are excited to welcome her as director of finance and administration and look forward to her contributions as we continue to lead the industry with safety, quality, and innovation."

"Marcus has made many contributions to the engineering department over the years, and his dedication and hard work have been instrumental in our advancements," said Don Gordon, vice president of operations and executive team member at AEC. "In his new role as director of engineering and product development, he will continue to drive innovation and lead our team to further success." 

Allen Engineering Corp. remains committed to being the premier global provider of concrete and related equipment solutions with these recent appointments. With Shannon Powers and Marcus Jarrett, Team Allen continues to focus on a unified goal of excellence, the company said. The company is headquartered in Paragould, Ark.

For more information, visit www.alleneng.com.

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