ISSAQUAH, WA, October 02, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Charles Newberry has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Newberry is a recognized expert in operations and manufacturing, having demonstrated exceptional leadership in several prominent roles within PACCAR and its subsidiaries. Since 2022, he has served as the assistant plant manager at Kenworth Truck Company, where he oversees critical aspects of plant operations to drive process improvements and foster a culture of safety and efficiency. Notably, in 2023, Mr. Newberry's enduring commitment to operational excellence was recognized with PACCAR's Project of the Year Award, reflecting his positive impact on the organization.

Before progressing to his current position, Mr. Newberry was the product director at PACCAR Parts from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he directed product strategy to enhance offerings and meet organizational objectives, strengthened customer relationships and ensured alignment with market demands. From 2019 to 2021, Mr. Newberry thrived as the assistant plant manager at Dynacraft, a PACCAR company, where he managed operations, implemented lean manufacturing principles and championed continuous improvement projects that elevated productivity and quality standards.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Newberry earned foundational experience as the operations manager at Kenworth Truck Company from 2015 to 2019. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing production lines, optimizing workflow processes and mentoring teams to achieve operational targets. He also cites the influence of having served honorably in the United States Army from 1998 to 2019. Throughout his military tenure, during which time he accepted the Bronze Star, Mr. Newberry developed advanced leadership skills and a strong sense of duty, qualities that have profoundly influenced his approach to civilian management roles.

Notably, during his early years in the Army, Mr. Newberry co-founded Seniors for Soldiers. This nonprofit organization connected soldiers with elderly individuals in retirement homes to help prevent suicide by fostering meaningful connections through regular visits. This initiative stands as one of Mr. Newberry's most significant achievements, reflecting his dedication to service both within and beyond the military.

Exceptional academic credentials further define Mr. Newberry's profile, and he is proud to have completed both an Associate of Arts in liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities from Sinclair Community College in 2004 and a Bachelor of Arts in economics with a minor in public administration from Miami University, completed in 2008. Mr. Newberry also holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Dayton in 2017 and acknowledges that this advanced training equipped him with vital knowledge in public sector management and policy analysis.

In addition to his formal education, Mr. Newberry has secured numerous certifications that have enhanced his presence in the field. He completed the PACCAR Executive Leadership Program in 2025 and earned a certification in executive leadership from the University of Notre Dame in 2020. He also holds an OSHA 10 Hour Course certification from 2019 and achieved Lean Six Sigma Green Belt status in 2016. Mr. Newberry's commitment to professional growth is further reflected in his active membership in several honor societies, including Phi Alpha Alpha Honor Society, Golden Key International Honour Society and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

Throughout his career, Mr. Newberry has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to civic engagement and community service. He volunteered as a teacher for Junior Achievement USA from 2017 to 2019 and served as the campaign chair for Kenworth Truck Company's United Way Worldwide efforts between 2016 and 2018. Additional contributions include working as a kitchen worker at DC Central Kitchen in 2015, serving as an archivist and battlefield tour guide for the Center for Military History that same year and acting as an aid worker with Sinclair Ohio Fellows from 2002 to 2004. Mr. Newberry is also a donor to Sons of the American Revolution.

Mr. Newberry attributes his success to relentless grit and determination. By setting clear goals, visualizing outcomes and methodically planning each objective, he has consistently executed his ambitions with unwavering resolve. He is equally as dedicated to his family and to raising four children and achieves balance through a range of personal interests, including hiking. Looking toward the future, Mr. Newberry aspires to advance into the role of assistant general manager for operations at one of PACCAR's key truck divisions, where he can make a meaningful impact before concluding his distinguished career.

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