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Jacob has been with EAVX for nearly four years, playing a pivotal role in shaping the division’s strategic direction and advancing next-generation mobility solutions. With a strong background in engineering, innovation, and product strategy, Jacob has led key initiatives that drive the company’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into commercial vehicles.
Prior to joining EAVX, Jacob held roles at Caterpillar, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and Robert Bosch – North America. At Bosch, he served as Customer Chief Engineer of Powertrain, where he was responsible for the technical strategy of one of the world’s largest automotive accounts. Jacob holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in controls and mechatronic systems.
“Jacob’s leadership has been key to building EAVX over the past four years, and we are confident his vision will push the company into its next phase of growth and innovation,” said John Poindexter, CEO and Chairman of J.B. Poindexter. “As COO, he’ll keep driving EAVX’s efforts to enhance our business units' innovation capabilities and advanced vehicle technology for our customers.”
EAVX remains committed to engineering the future of commercial transportation, leveraging its deep technical expertise, strong industry partnerships, and forward-thinking approach to deliver next-generation solutions.
About EAVX
EAVX delivers advanced vehicle technology, services and solutions through design and engineering talent with deep automotive experience and proven thought leadership—all backed by the powerful resources and legacy of J.B. Poindexter & Co., the largest manufacturer of commercial work trucks in North America. Our expertise combined with our collaborative approach provides sustainable, efficient and profitable solutions for our customers that will drive the next generation of commercial transportation, mobility and technology.
EAVX, a business unit of J.B. Poindexter & Co. (JBPCO), announces that Jacob Larimore has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), overseeing all operations and leading the company’s continued focus on innovation in advanced vehicle solutions.
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A shooting outside a church building in Salt Lake City killed two people and injured six others Wednesday, police said.
The shooting took place in the parking lot of a meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely known as the Mormon church.
Dozens of people were attending a funeral inside at the time. All the victims were adults.
Police said they do not believe the shooter had any animus toward a particular faith.
“We don’t believe this was a targeted attack against a religion or anything like that,” Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd said.
Police also do not believe the shooting was random. Authorities said no suspect was in custody.
About 100 law enforcement vehicles were at the scene in the aftermath, and helicopters flew overhead.
“This should never have happened outside a place of worship. This should never have happened outside a celebration of life,” Mayor Erin Mendenhall said.
The church was cooperating with law enforcement and was grateful for efforts first responders' efforts, a spokesperson said.
“We extend prayers for all who have been impacted by this tragedy and express deep concern that any sacred space intended for worship should be subjected to violence of any kind,” Sam Penrod said in a statement.
The church is headquartered in Salt Lake City, and about half of Utah’s 3.5 million residents are members of the faith. Churches like the one where the shooting occurred can be found in towns throughout the city and state.
The faith has been on heightened alert since four people were killed when a former Marine opened fire in a Michigan church last month and set it ablaze. The FBI found that he was motivated by “anti-religious beliefs” against the church.
Police respond to a fatal shooting in a parking lot of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Hannah Schoenbaum)
Police respond to a fatal shooting in a parking lot of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Hannah Schoenbaum)
Police respond to a fatal shooting in a parking lot of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (Laura Seitz/The Deseret News via AP)
People hug each other after a fatal shooting in a parking lot of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (Laura Seitz/The Deseret News via AP)
Funeral attendees leave a meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after a fatal shooting in the parking lot in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (Laura Seitz/The Deseret News via AP)
Police respond to a fatal shooting in a parking lot of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025. (Rio Giancarlo/The Deseret News via AP)
