May 22, 2015 Effective immediately, Mr. Lloyd Leblanc takes the reins at the Phoenix office of Aquabrass International. The new Sales and Marketing Director brings with him two decades of management and business development experience, including many years in the plumbing industry. Through most of his career, Leblanc has worked with specialized retailers in Read more
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May 22, 2015
Effective immediately, Mr. Lloyd Leblanc takes the reins at the Phoenix office of Aquabrass International. The new Sales and Marketing Director brings with him two decades of management and business development experience, including many years in the plumbing industry.
Through most of his career, Leblanc has worked with specialized retailers in the U.S. In 2000, he joined Julien Inc., a leader in commercial kitchen equipment, where he headed the residential division for 10 of his 12-year tenure. Since 2012, Leblanc has worked with clients as a consultant, developing sales strategies for American and European markets.
“Lloyd is an ideal fit with Aquabrass,” said Tony Massechia, Aquabrass CEO. “With his knowledge of the American market and his success in developing new product lines, we look forward to the continuing growth of the Aquabrass and Alt lines in the U.S. under his leadership.”
Lloyd Leblanc can be reached at lleblanc@aquabrass.com.
ABOUT AQUABRASS
Founded in 1986, Aquabrass is a North American manufacturer of bathroom fixtures. Headquartered in Montreal, the company also has offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Phoenix, as well as a new specification office located in the heart of Soho, New York City. Beyond North American markets, Aquabrass products are sold internationally.
Aquabrass manufactures quality bathroom and kitchen solutions, including a wide range of bathroom and kitchen faucet collections, full-body shower systems with steam, chromatherapy and aromatherapy, freestanding bathtubs, sinks, vanities, washbasins and accessories. It is an amazing source of inspirational and made-to- measure products, all of which feature high- performance materials, superb functionality and sleek styling that pleases the senses. Most Aquabrass products are designed for quick and easy installation in new or existing bathrooms of vir- tually any size or style. The company’s plating facility offers 22 special finishes.
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WinWholesale Inc., one of the largest distributors in the United States, has hired two key individuals who will lead supply chain and logistics and talent acquisition, respectively. James R. (Rick) McCann joined WinWholesale as vice president, supply chain and logistics, Sourcing Services. Matt Newcomer joined WinWholesale as director of talent acquisition and succession planning, effective Read more
WinWholesale Inc., one of the largest distributors in the United States, has hired two key individuals who will lead supply chain and logistics and talent acquisition, respectively.
James R. (Rick) McCann joined WinWholesale as vice president, supply chain and logistics, Sourcing Services. Matt Newcomer joined WinWholesale as director of talent acquisition and succession planning, effective Thursday, Jan. 29.
“Rick brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of logistics management experience from other industries,” said Jack Johnston, WinWholesale president. “He joins WinWholesale from Excel Inc., a global logistics division of Deutsche Post DHL. During his time as a senior director with Excel and DHL, his responsibilities have included strategic sourcing, procurement and operations excellence.
“Matt has an exceptional background in recruiting, succession planning and employee retention that will benefit WinWholesale. He joins us from Dubois Chemicals, Cincinnati, where he was talent and commercial effectiveness manager. His career includes management of full life-cycle recruitment and talent development.”
There are more than 560 WinWholesale locations across the United States serving the residential and commercial construction and industrial markets with supplies and materials.
Sloan, the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, announces a major promotion today. Margie Rodino, a Human Resources executive with expertise in aligning human capital initiatives with strategic goals across multiple industries, has been promoted from Vice President, Global Human Resources to Chief Talent Officer. “I am proud to announce this promotion today,” says Read more
Sloan, the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, announces a major promotion today. Margie Rodino, a Human Resources executive with expertise in aligning human capital initiatives with strategic goals across multiple industries, has been promoted from Vice President, Global Human Resources to Chief Talent Officer. “I am proud to announce this promotion today,” says Graham Allen, President and CEO. “Throughout her tenure at Sloan, Margie has contributed significantly to growing our business. As Chief Talent Officer, she will focus on the continuous effort to shape our culture and build Sloan’s future.” Rodino graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BS in Personnel and Industrial Relations and is a Certified Compensation Professional. She is based in Franklin Park, Illinois
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American Standard Brands announced today the appointment of Michael Marchi to the newly created role of chief operating officer, effective March 2, 2015. Marchi will be directly responsible for all American Standard Brands customer markets in the U.S., Canada and Latin America, including retail and wholesale. He will also support supply chain and manufacturing operations Read more
American Standard Brands announced today the appointment of Michael Marchi to the newly created role of chief operating officer, effective March 2, 2015.
Marchi will be directly responsible for all American Standard Brands customer markets in the U.S., Canada and Latin America, including retail and wholesale. He will also support supply chain and manufacturing operations for the plumbing products manufacturer.American Standard Brands announced the appointment of Michael Marchi as chief operating officer. He brings over 30 years of experience in the building products industry to this new role.
Marchi brings more than 30 years of experience to this new position, with the majority in the building products industry. Most recently, he served as president and CEO of Amerock Hardware. Prior to that, Marchi worked as president and CEO of Grohe Americas, where he was instrumental in driving growth and establishing strategic direction. Earlier, he served as president of Kohler Kitchen and Bath Americas, leading the largest division in that company’s portfolio. Marchi also held senior executive roles at Ann Sacks Tile and Stone, Citibank, and General Electric over the course of his professional career.
“With his expertise in the building products and plumbing industries, along with his Grohe experience, Mike will be an incredible asset to our company,” said Steve Delarge, acting CEO of American Standard Brands. “His vision and leadership will be instrumental in guiding the next phase of our Company’s core growth, and we are all very pleased to welcome him in this new role”.
Marchi holds a B.S. degree in economics and marketing from Elmhurst College and an MBA with a finance concentration from DePaul University. He is also a graduate of the General Manager Program at Harvard Business School, as well as the General Electric Managerial Development Program.American Standard
Franke recently announced the appointments of three additional manufacturers representatives, covering territories in the Northeast, the Southwest and the Northwest, and calling on plumbing and heating wholesalers and contractors, as well as kitchen and bath showrooms. Franke has appointed the following representatives: Quality Sales: Oregon, Washington and Montana Southwest Sales: Texas Emerson Swan: Connecticut, Maine Read more
Franke recently announced the appointments of three additional manufacturers representatives, covering territories in the Northeast, the Southwest and the Northwest, and calling on plumbing and heating wholesalers and contractors, as well as kitchen and bath showrooms. Franke has appointed the following representatives:
Quality Sales: Oregon, Washington and Montana
Southwest Sales: Texas
Emerson Swan: Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine
All three independent agencies are representing the complete Franke line offering of faucets and sinks for both residential and commercial applications.
“We are very pleased that these Firms have joined the Franke Family and we are confident that they are the right fit for our strategic plans moving forward,” says Brad Kiel, Vice President of Luxury for Franke.
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