Angeles Equity Partners Promotes Stephen Pridmore to CEO of Crenlo

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Angeles Equity Partners Promotes Stephen Pridmore to CEO of Crenlo

2026-03-17 19:00 Last Updated At：03-18 13:19

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 17, 2026--

Angeles Equity Partners, LLC ("Angeles"), a private investment firm specializing in value creation through operational transformation, today announced the appointment of Stephen Pridmore as Chief Executive Officer of Crenlo, a leading manufacturer of highly engineered operator cabs and roll-over protective structures used in mission-critical industrial and commercial applications. Pridmore succeeds John Lenga, who will serve as Executive Chairman of the Board to support the company’s leadership transition and strategic initiatives.

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Pridmore previously served as Chief Operating Officer of Crenlo, playing a key role in strengthening the company’s operational capabilities and commercial strategy. Since joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer in 2023, he diversified Crenlo’s customer portfolio, deepened relationships with leading OEM partners, and advanced the company’s ability to deliver complex engineered solutions across end markets, including construction, agriculture, material handling, military, off-highway, and specialty vehicles.

“Stephen has played a critical role in Crenlo’s transformation since joining the company,” said Adam Lerner, Operating Partner at Angeles Operations Group. “Stephen has enhanced operational discipline, broadened the company’s customer base, and strengthened Crenlo’s position as a trusted partner to leading OEMs. We are confident that under his leadership as CEO, Crenlo will continue to build on its solid foundation and accelerate its growth trajectory.”

Crenlo is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered operator cabs—including roll-over protective structures designed to enhance operator safety—as well as advanced metal fabrications used in demanding industrial applications. The company partners with leading OEMs across industrial markets to advance manufacturing capabilities and develop long-standing customer relationships built on quality, speed, reliability, service, and innovation.

"I am honored to lead Crenlo and the exceptional team that has driven our success,” said Crenlo CEO Stephen Pridmore. “I believe Crenlo has earned a strong reputation for engineering expertise, manufacturing excellence, and trusted partnerships with leading OEMs. As demand grows for domestically produced, high-quality industrial components, we see a significant opportunity to capitalize on reshoring and onshoring initiatives expanding the U.S. manufacturing base, while delivering innovative solutions that can help our customers succeed globally.”

Before joining Crenlo, Pridmore held senior leadership roles across the industrial and manufacturing sector, where he developed extensive experience in commercial strategy, operational leadership, and customer development. His background includes leading commercial organizations and driving growth initiatives for global manufacturing businesses serving OEM customers in highly engineered markets. Pridmore earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Social Science from Liberty University.

About Crenlo

Crenlo is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered operator cabs, including roll-over protective structures, and advanced metal fabrications serving a wide range of industrial and commercial end markets. The company partners with leading OEMs to design and produce innovative, high-quality solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and operator safety in demanding applications. Since 1951, Crenlo has been serving customers with Made in America products. Learn more online at www.engineeredcabs.com.

About Angeles Equity Partners, LLC

Angeles Equity Partners, LLC is a Los Angeles-based specialist private investment firm that partners with niche manufacturing, critical industrial services, and specialty distribution businesses to realize their full potential. Angeles’ expertise in operational transformation and strategic repositioning drives the firm’s investment philosophy. Learn more online at www.angelesequity.com.

The Israeli army says 2 soldiers were killed in West Bank attack

JERUSALEM (AP) — The Israeli army says two soldiers were killed in an attack in the occupied West Bank on Friday that also left two suspected gunmen dead.

The army said two soldiers, Staff Sgt. Ron Yonatan Roytman and Sgt. Yuval Shai Svilem, were killed and three others were lightly wounded during an attack by Palestinian gunmen.

The army said it had prevented a “terror attack against Israeli civilians” and that the two suspects, both Palestinians from Hebron, were armed with an M16 rifle and a handgun.

It said the men arrived at an Israeli military position in the morning, triggering an exchange of fire lasting approximately 20 minutes, after which the gunmen were killed by Israeli troops. The army said its forces prevented the men from advancing further where the attack could have resulted in civilian casualties.

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Israel’s military said its soldiers shot and killed two men who had launched an attack near the city of Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday morning. At least five people were injured, including some critically.

The military set up roadblocks and closures in Palestinian towns in the area.

Emergency responders said five people were injured, some critically and were being evacuated to hospitals in Israel. A statement from the responders said gunfire was ongoing as they arrived at the scene of the attack near the Yehuda Junction.

Two men in their 20s had gunshot wounds to their lower limbs, one was unconscious and seriously injured, the responders said.

The deadly shooting comes as Israeli voters will decide next Tuesday whether to grant Benjamin Netanyahu yet another term as prime minister — or usher in a new era of Israeli politics. The election comes three years after the Hamas-led attacks on Israel that triggered the war in Gaza,