The Culture of Vermeer Southeast

Making a positive impact with our customers, employees, and communities since 1967.

“From the beginning, we wanted the culture of Vermeer Southeast to be based on the biblical principles of honesty and integrity. We wanted to be fair about everything, treat our employees well, and treat our customers well.”

Merle Den Besten and Mel Bokhoven
Vermeer Southeast Co-founders

Since 1967, Vermeer Southeast has persevered and grown as a result of faith, determination, and hard work. On the surface, it’s a company providing sales, service, and support for high-quality industrial equipment, but when you look deeper, you see it’s about so much more. Vermeer Southeast has been positively impacting customers and employees alike through cultivating its core values and intentional culture.

From the original owners to the second generation owners, and now as a 100% employee-owned company, Vermeer Southeast has always been about people and relationships. It is a company committed to making a real impact with its employees, customers, and communities. With such a rich heritage, a solid foundation, and a strong team, Vermeer Southeast is well-positioned to SHINE with excellence for years to come.

The Leader Team organization partnering stronger with Vermeer Southeast

This video shares the story of how our SHINE values extend beyond our walls and into communities around the world. Through a partnership focused on faith, entrepreneurship, and people-first leadership, we support individuals who are creating meaningful change in their communities by living out what it truly means to shine.

Learn more at theleaderteam.org

Our Vision

To SHINE with excellence

  • Serve Others
  • Honor God
  • Improve Continually
  • Navigate By Values
  • Excel in Relationships

“Let your light shine before men that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father in heaven.” • Matthew 5: 16