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Yu-Hsien Ho Promoted to Director of Channel Sales & Marketing for Cosen Saws
Yu-Hsien Ho has been with Cosen Saws for 14 years as of this year. He started in 2008 as a sales and marketing assistant and has held a number of positions in sales, marketing, and operations throughout the years. His previous role was Inside Sales and Marketing Manager, which he held for almost 6 years, and completed projects that grew sales and increased brand awareness. His move to Director of Channel Sales and Marketing is his most recent role, where he will focus on increasing sales in Welding Supply & Cutting Tool/MRO channels.
Jergens brings on Joseph Farkas as National Sales Manager for its workholding solutions group as Ken Marvar looks to retire in April. Mr. Farkas comes to Jergens Inc. with more than 20 years of experience in sales development and management, as well as market channel strategies, for companies including The Timken Company, Fuchs, Sandvik and Kennametal.
“Joe has proven himself in his career with impressive results for some of industry’s top suppliers and I am confident that he will also do a great job and take WSG to the next level,” says Ken Marvar. Mr. Farkas' timing coincides with key developments at the company.
“Jergens workholding group has momentum in the market with recent advancements in top tooling and custom solutions, focused on 5 axis machining productivity, and we have a lot of confidence that Joe can support those technologies at the customer level and throughout our strategic partnerships,” commented Matt Schron, Jergens Inc. General Manager.
Alabama Community College System Opens Innovation Center, Starts Enrollment For Rapid Workforce Training
The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Innovation Center, a $10 million investment aimed at rapidly training workers for the state’s highest-demand industries, has launched its first of several industry-designed programs to help students find immediate employment.
ACCS leaders, students and industry partners kicked off the Innovation Center’s opening and demonstrated some of the training at an event on Monday. The training includes short-term classes that students can start from anywhere in the state and finish with an in-person lab in a regional ACCS location. Once students complete their training, they are job-ready and are awarded a credential and an opportunity to earn more certifications at their local community college.
Robotics Industry Pioneer Retires After Nearly Four Decades
After nearly 40 years of promoting the growth of robotics in manufacturing, industry legend John Burg will be retiring from his sales role and as founder of Acieta. He plans to spend more time with family, go fishing, and work on his golf game. However, he will still be around the office occasionally to mentor Acieta’s sales team and offer consultation on special projects as Acieta’s Founder Emeritus.
John began the company in 1983 while working as a machine tool distributor. He and his father, Marlo Burg developed a fascination with robots used in machine
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shops, so they started Automated Concepts Inc. with eight employees and desktop computers. Over time, the company grew and advanced technologies by merging with other companies to eventually be named Acieta in 2014.
Under Burg’s leadership, Acieta has grown to become one of the largest robotic integrators in North America. Over his career, he worked directly with thousands of clients to create a positive future for North American manufacturing.
GF Machining Solutions Announces New President of North America
In line with its customer-centric growth strategy, GF Machining Solutions has appointed Chris Jones as the company’s President and Managing Director of North America. In his new position, Jones will play a pivotal role in further solidifying the company as the standard for intelligent machining solutions and as an industry leader in unparalleled service and support through operational and functional excellence.
To advance the company’s 2025 growth strategy, Jones will expand its presence in vital market segments, including medical, aerospace, automotive/die mold, packaging, energy and consumer electronics. Within these markets, GF Machining Solutions will continue to provide manufacturers with innovative application-specific technologies.
“My intent is to champion the customer and ensure that GF Machining Solutions is their most reliable and trusted manufacturing partner,” said Jones. “Leveraging my team’s expertise and deep understanding of the challenges today’s manufacturers face, we will work diligently to provide them with the quality and service they need for success.”
Hunter Industrial Fans Names Seth Downing As National Account Manager
As National Account Manager, Seth will oversee the industrial distribution sales strategy for Hunter’s Jan Fan Division by developing and executing product sales strategies and establishing key accounts on a national level. He will also be responsible for the administration and support of all customers in this vertical, which includes sales, marketing, logistics, and returns.
Previously, Seth served as senior-level Marketing Manager at Apex Tool Group, LLC, supporting the Industrial Channel and specializing in the commercialization of all newly launched GEARWRENCH® products. As a National Account Manager, he supported two major automotive wholesalers where he consistently exceeded his growth targets year after year. With over ten years of experience in sales, marketing, management and product development, Seth has developed a unique ability to lead cross-functional teams, grow revenue, develop customer programs and execute promotional campaigns with measurable results.
