The Birmingham community is grappling with the news of the passing of Dan Stracener, the former Chief Executive Officer of Tractor & Equipment Company. A well-respected figure in the industry, Stracener’s contributions to the company were highly regarded. While the cause of his death remains undisclosed, the community is unified in mourning the loss of a prominent leader.
Tractor & Equipment Company, founded in 1943 in Birmingham, Alabama, has flourished under Stracener’s leadership, establishing itself as a premier Komatsu dealer in North America. Striving to meet diverse machinery needs, the company has earned a stellar reputation, representing an array of top-tier equipment lines such as Wirtgen, Esco, Hensley, and more, alongside its flagship Komatsu products. As Stracener’s legacy continues to resonate within the industry, his profound impact on the company’s growth and success remains deeply cherished and celebrated.