Overview
Walter Berry is the Executive Chairman and corporate pilot of Berry Companies, Inc. which is headquartered in Wichita, KS. He is the second generation to lead the company, and in his current role he provides insight and guidance as the company leadership transitions to the third generation. In addition, Walter serves on the board of directors for industry trade associations and multiple community organizations.
Founded in 1957 as Berry Tractor and Equipment Company, Berry Companies, Inc. provides support for nine operating divisions located in more than 65 branches across nine states, with a total of approximately 1,350 employees.
Berry Companies, Inc. maintains seven divisions that specialize in Bobcat sales and service: White Star Machinery & Supply, Bobcat of the Rockies, Bobcat of Houston, K.C. Bobcat, Bobcat of North Texas, Bobcat of Atlanta/Huntsville, and Bobcat of Indy. The remaining two divisions are Berry Tractor and Equipment Company, which is a Komatsu dealership, and Berry Material Handling, which is a Hyster/Yale industrial forklift dealership.
Walter and his wife, Polly, live in Wichita and have three sons, one daughter, and 12 grandchildren. Their three sons are also involved in the business. Walter and Polly are active members of their church and are engaged in many philanthropic activities in and around the Wichita community. They love traveling, spending time with family and friends, and playing pickleball together.