The Toro Company Appoints Edric C. Funk as President and COO
Edric C. Funk, President & COO, The Toro Company • Photo Credit: The Toro Company
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BLOOMINGTON, Minn., August 12, 2025 (BUSINESS WATCH GLOBAL) — Outdoor environment solutions company The Toro Company has appointed Edric C. Funk as president and chief operating officer, effective September 1, 2025. Funk, who has been with the company for 29 years, will oversee all global businesses and integrated supply chain operations, reporting to Richard M. Olson, chairman and chief executive officer.
Funk has served as group vice president of Golf, Grounds and Irrigation since 2022. He joined The Toro Company in 1996 as a design engineer before transitioning to marketing in 2003. Over the years, he has held leadership roles in the Residential, Landscape Contractor, International, and Commercial businesses, as well as serving as managing director of the company’s Center for Technology, Research & Innovation.
Funk has served as group vice president of Golf, Grounds and Irrigation since 2022. He joined The Toro Company in 1996 as a design engineer before transitioning to marketing in 2003. Over the years, he has held leadership roles in the Residential, Landscape Contractor, International, and Commercial businesses, as well as serving as managing director of the company’s Center for Technology, Research & Innovation.
During his tenure, Funk was involved in the acquisitions of Left Hand Robotics and TURFLYNX, which advanced the company’s development of robotic mowing platforms. He also established the company’s Technology Forum and supported integrated smart systems for customers.
“Edric’s track record of driving business performance and fostering innovation uniquely equips him for the role of chief operating officer. Throughout his tenure, Edric has consistently delivered strong financial results and value creation across diverse technical and business functions – directly contributing to our growth and competitive position. His deep understanding of our customers, and technologies coupled with a disciplined strategic approach, will continue to propel The Toro Company forward and create value for all stakeholders,” said Olson.
“I am honored to serve in this role, and I look forward to working alongside our talented team to drive operational performance across our businesses, with a focus on accelerating profitable growth, advancing the company’s technology roadmap and optimizing global supply chain operations,” said Funk.
Funk holds a Bachelor of Science in engineering and an MBA from the University of Minnesota, as well as a professional certificate in innovation and technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He serves on the boards of the National Golf Foundation, The Toro Company Foundation, and Red Iron Acceptance.
For more information, visit www.thetorocompany.com.
Source: The Toro Company
