ARI Phoenix, Inc. appoints Christopher Jones as its President/Chief Operating Officer
Seasoned Sales Executive takes the helm to drive next level growth. ARI Phoenix, Inc. (ARI) is pleased to announce that Christopher Jones of Liberty Township Ohio joins the company as President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Jones most recently served as the President of GF Machining Solutions, the US operation of a Swiss leader in machining and automation. His 30-year career has been marked by excellence in sales development and...
Toshiba social media leader Robert Catalano wins gold
Catalano earns Gold Stevie for Best Business Influencer of the Year Toshiba America Business Solutions’ social media leader Robert Catalano secures the Gold Stevie® Award in The 2024 American Business Awards® for Best Business Influencer of the Year. This Gold Stevie is presented to the individual demonstrating innovation in social media content creation and moderation, management, and marketing. The American Business Awards are...
GRI expands footprint in South America
GRI has reached a significant milestone with its successful entry into the South American market, marking a new chapter of growth and innovation for the company in this vibrant region. This expansion highlights GRI’s commitment to global growth in the Specialty Tires sector, supported by a strong sales team and a customer-centric approach. Hernan Acosta, GRI’s partner and head of the South American business, emphasized the...
Diversified Fall Protection appoints Kynan Wynne as company’s Chief People Officer
Diversified Fall Protection (DFP) has named Kynan Wynne as Chief People Officer. This marks the first time in the company’s history that an executive has been appointed to this role, a reflection of the company’s commitment to the ongoing support of its employees and dedication to building an empowering culture. “We fondly refer to Kynan as our culture crusader,” said Travis Nelson, CEO of DFP. “We are so fortunate to have someone...
Engle to embark on a new adventure after 32 years of service
Laurie Engle, Felling Trailers’ Inside Trailer Sales Consultant, has lived and breathed trailers for thirty-two years. Laurie’s trailer tale started in the fall of 1991; Merle and Kathy Felling (founders of Felling Trailers) were in the midst of an office expansion. The local contractor running the expansion was Laurie’s husband. Like many family-owned businesses, Laurie was lending a hand to complete the project, working on...
Unirope’s Brown elected to OIPEEC Management Board
Unirope Ltd. president Justin Brown has been nominated to the board of the International Organization for the Study of Ropes (OIPEEC). Brown has served as a co-opted member of the board since February 2023, and was elected as a full member at last month’s (April) OIPEEC conference in Bardolino, Italy. Also elected to the OIPEEC management board were Amy Jenkins, of Teijin Aramid; and Prof. Dr. Ing. Ulrich Briem, of OTH Regensburg....
Hamilton’s announces new Director of Sales and Business Development
Hamilton Caster has announced that Andy Stamp will serve as their new Director of Sales and Business Development. Stamp has been in the industry for over 26 years. “Over my 26-year career, I’ve honed my expertise in developing new business and expanding existing sales and marketing platforms across various industries supported by Hamilton Caster, said Stamp. My proficiency in leveraging CRM systems to analyze data and drive...