CNH Construction has announced Kris Dahl will succeed Terry Dolan leading the North America Commercial business as Dolan prepares for his planned retirement at the end of 2026.
Dahl has 25 years of global experience spanning commercial leadership, operations, technology and product development in the heavy equipment industry. He joins CNH and the CASE Construction Equipment and New Holland Construction brands from Caterpillar, where his career included leadership roles in the U.S. and Asia and extensive work with customers, dealers and teams across global construction and mining markets.
Dolan’s retirement will conclude a distinguished career in the construction equipment industry and a tenure at CNH marked by significant product innovation, strengthened dealer and customer relationships and a renewed vision for one of the industry’s most iconic brands.
Since rejoining CNH and the CASE brand in 2021, Dolan has played a key role in strengthening the brand and supporting its dealer network across North America. In January 2025, his responsibilities expanded to include leadership of both CASE and New Holland Construction (NHCE). Under his leadership, NHCE has continued to expand its North American presence, adding several new dealers and locations to broaden the brand’s reach and provide customers with greater access to equipment, parts, service and support. His leadership across both brands reflects a continued focus on building strong dealer relationships, expanding market coverage and positioning CASE and NHCE for long-term growth.
Among the product innovations introduced during this period was the CASE Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader, a first-of-its-kind machine that combined compact track loader and dozer capabilities. CASE also expanded into subcompact equipment and continued development of its electric equipment portfolio, part of what Dolan characterized as applying the speed and agility of a startup to a company with generations of experience.
With a combination of commercial, operational and technical experience, Dahl's career has included leadership assignments across multiple markets and geographies. His background spans customer and dealer engagement, business growth, technology and equipment development, giving him a broad perspective on both the machines contractors depend on and the evolving needs of the businesses that operate them.
Dahl joins CNH effective Sept. 14, 2026, and will transition to the leadership position effective Oct. 1. Dolan will help with Dahl’s onboarding and will continue with CNH until Dec. 30, working to support his successor and other key initiatives.
