{"id":18229,"date":"2026-06-09T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=3d7d2ca7d6b519e4426eebac2cdbfb79"},"modified":"2026-06-09T19:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T17:00:00","slug":"southland-industries-announces-appointment-of-jim-meacham-as-chief-executive-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=18229","title":{"rendered":"Southland Industries Announces Appointment of Jim Meacham as Chief Executive Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southland Industries today announced the appointment of Jim Meacham as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. The appointment follows a deliberate, multi-year succession process and approval by Southland\u2019s Board of Directors. The company, with projected annual revenue of approximately $8.5 billion, continues to expand its national platform and capabilities, supporting large-scale, complex projects across key growth sectors.<\/p><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260609940842\/en\/835585\/5\/SouthlandInd_LogoR_%281%29.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260609940842\/en\/835585\/22\/SouthlandInd_LogoR_%281%29.jpg\" \/><\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260609940842\/en\/835585\/5\/SouthlandInd_LogoR_%281%29.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260609940842\/en\/835585\/21\/SouthlandInd_LogoR_%281%29.jpg\" \/><\/a><p>\nJim Meacham began his career as an intern with Southland Industries more than 23 years ago and currently serves as Chief Operating Officer. Since assuming the role in 2024, Jim has overseen company operations and the strategic direction of Southland\u2019s divisions, driving performance and operational alignment across the enterprise. Before becoming Chief Operating Officer, Jim served in multiple leadership roles, including Regional President, Division Leader for the Mid-Atlantic Division, and Division Leader for the National Division.<\/p><p>\n\u201cI\u2019ve worked closely with Jim for many years and have seen firsthand how he leads, thinks, and brings people together. He has a deep understanding of what drives Southland\u2019s success and leads in a way that reflects our values and culture,\u201d said Ted Lynch, Chief Executive Officer. \u201cI\u2019m confident in Jim\u2019s ability to build on our strong foundation and lead Southland into its next phase of growth.\u201d<\/p><p>\nJim will succeed Ted Lynch, who has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2011 and led the company through a period of significant growth, operational expansion, and strategic transformation. On October 1, 2026, Ted will transition to the role of Executive Chairman.<\/p><p>\n\u201cSouthland was built on a foundation of design-build delivery, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovative thinking, and superior execution,\u201d said Jim Meacham. \u201cBuilding on that foundation, we will continue to grow and expand our capabilities while delivering exceptional outcomes for our customers and creating opportunities for our people.\u201d<\/p><p>\n<b>About Southland<\/b><\/p><p>\nSouthland Industries is a national leader in MEP building systems, delivering integrated, full lifecycle solutions that optimize the design, construction, operation, and efficiency of complex facilities. Through deep technical expertise and collaborative partnerships, Southland creates high-performance, future-ready environments for leading organizations across critical industries nationwide.<\/p><br\/> <b>Contacts<\/b> <br\/><p>\nFor media inquiries, contact Dan Navarrete at 703.834.5570.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DULLES, Va.&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211;Southland Industries today announced the appointment of Jim Meacham as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. 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