United Rentals Names Matt Flannery Chief Operating Officer

United Rentals today named Matt Flannery executive vice president and chief operating officer, effective with the closing of the company's merger with RSC Holdings Inc. announced on April 30. He previously served as executive vice president - operations and sales, and has been leading the RSC integration process.

Flannery brings more than two decades of industry experience to his new position, including seven years with McClinch Equipment Corp., an acquisition of United Rentals in 1998. From 1998 to 2008, he held management positions with United Rentals at the branch, district, regional and national levels, including senior vice president - operations.

“Matt understands every nuance of our business, as well as our customers and markets,” said United Rentals CEO Michael Kneeland. “Over the past four years, he has helped drive our strategy and guide our operations through the economic downturn. Most recently, he has been instrumental in preparing for our landmark combination with RSC, and will continue to play a key role in that transition. We are delighted to welcome him to his expanded role on our leadership team.”

United Rentals, based in Greenwich, Conn., is No. 1 on the RER 100.