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Cecil I. Walker

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Cecil I. Walker Machinery Co.

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Walker Machinery Co., a third-generation, family-owned company founded in 1950, prides itself in providing quality Caterpillar equipment and excellent service to its customers. Walker's more than 750 highly trained and dedicated employees help to make Walker Machinery Co. virtually synonymous with Caterpillar in Southern West Virginia. In 2008, Walker celebrates its 55th anniversary as a Caterpillar dealer.

Walker Machinery believes that its employees are its greatest asset and takes a sincere interest in its people and their development. Walker also believes that the people in its organization can work together for their common good and for the common good of the company.

The corporate purpose of Walker Machinery is to market products and services that represent a superior value to our customers. The company continually strives to improve these values, by effectively merchandising both quality products and exceptional customer service. Walker seeks to accomplish this by offering capable, well-trained employees and strategically placed facilities, along with a reputation for honesty and integrity in every aspect of its business.

Cecil I. Walker and R.D. "Dusty" Rhodes - then owners of Rhodes-Walker Chevrolet in South Charleston, W.Va. - purchased the former Baldwin Machinery Company on July 12, 1950. With that purchase Walker Machinery Co. was born.

With the start of construction of the West Virginia Turnpike in 1951 and the Interstate program in 1953, the new company did not have to wait long to begin tasting success. Caterpillar Inc., the world's largest heavy equipment manufacturer, awarded the company a dealership on June 8, 1953. In 1958 Walker and Rhodes bought each other out with Cecil Walker becoming sole owner of Walker Machinery.

Richard Walker joined the company in 1960. After serving in various positions, Richard became President in 1969 and Chairman of the Board upon Cecil Walker's death in 1978. Stephen Walker joined the company in 1971, serving initially in the sales department. He became Executive Vice President in 1973 and President in 1978. The Walker family's commitment continues in the 21st century with a third generation involved in the management of the business.

Walker Machinery Co., the Earthmoving Division, is responsible for Caterpillar sales in 25 West Virginia counties and eight Southeastern Ohio counties. The major markets served include coal, construction, forestry and industry.

Walker Engine Power and Walker Express - The Cat Rental Store also play an important role in the success of Walker Machinery Co. Walker Engine Power is the division responsible for commercial engine sales, rental and service, as well as truck engine sales, parts and service. Walker Express is a full-line rental service division that meets the demands of the busy construction industry.

Walker operates from several locations: