Southeastern Equipment Names North Canton, Ohio, Branch Manager
Southeastern Equipment Co. has named Chris Kurz branch manager at Southeastern’s North Canton, Ohio, location. Kurz’s responsibilities will include overseeing the sales, service and parts teams and ensuring customers receive excellent service in every area.
“We are very fortunate to have Chris leading our North Canton branch,” said Charlie Patterson, president of Southeastern Equipment. “His extensive experience with the company, knowledge of the industry, and his strong relationships with clients and suppliers will prove invaluable to our continued growth.”
Before he was promoted to branch manager, Kurz was sales representative at Southeastern for 20 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business from Muskingum University.
Based in Cambridge, Ohio, Southeastern Equipment has 18 locations. The company is No. 60 on the RER 100.
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