Thiele Kaolin Co., Sandersville, Ga., USA, has announced changes in its sales leadership. Eric Tillirson (photo) has been promoted to SVP and director of sales development. Mike Markillie has been promoted to director of worldwide sales and technical service. Scott Ahrens has been promoted to North American sales manager, and Tom Bennett has been promoted to sales and marketing manager.
In his new position, Tillirson will continue to oversee all sales administration, marketing, market development, and subsidiaries of Thiele, while becoming involved in other key service and technical service efforts. Ahrens will manage the domestic market, directing Thiele’s regional sales managers and technical service team. Bennett will continue to manage Thiele’s marketing support efforts and will begin training to assist in International sales efforts.
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