Cummins Inc. announced the election of John H. Stone to its Board of Directors. Stone is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of Allegion. He is responsible for the strategic direction of Allegion and its global businesses, including delivering superior shareholder value, investing and executing on core growth initiatives, and advancing the company?s vision of seamless access and a safer world.

Prior to working at Allegion, Stone had a 20-year career at Deere & Company, where he rose to the role of President of the Worldwide Construction, Forestry and Power Systems business. He also held other leadership positions at Deere & Company, including Head of the Intelligent Solutions Group; Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Business Development; Global Director, Utility Tractor Product Line; and General Manager, John Deere Ningbo (China) Works. Other highlights from Stone?s diverse career include roles in Six Sigma and Quality at General Electric and service as an infantry officer in the United States (U.S.) Army.