Agri-Turf Distributing hired Joel Brinkman as a sales representative. Brinkman will provide products, service and support to golf courses, sports turf facilities and public agencies from Southern California to California’s Central Valley. For the past 14 years, Brinkman worked as a golf course superintendent at courses throughout the state.
The Davey Tree Expert Co. appointed Paul Milano as corporate fleet manager. He will be responsible for all of the company’s fleet shops and repair facilities across North America. Previously, Milano spent 25 years in the automotive industry, most recently serving as a director of fixed operations. He is also a six-year Navy veteran.
Irritrol promoted John Crossley to marketing manager. He will be responsible for managing the brand portfolio for Irritrol. Crossley, who has been with The Toro Co. since 2007, was most recently promoted in 2013 to product marketing manager for Rain Master. He is also the chairperson for the Toro Irrigation Business’ United Way Giving Campaign.
Takeuchi-US honored inside sales manager David Pearson for his 30th year with the company. Pearson started part-time with the company while still in high school. In 1985, he was hired full-time in a machine inventory and parts shipping position, and served in machine distribution prior to his current position. “He is very dedicated to Takeuchi and has been instrumental in growing the brand through the U.S.,” said Takeuchi-US President Clay Eubanks, who celebrated his 30th anniversary with the company last year. “We very much appreciate the dedication and hard work that David has put in over the last three decades.”
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