ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill. — Finishing equipment manufacturer Sankosha USA reports that Wes Nelson has returned to lead its sales and service efforts, and that it has hired Mike Tungesvick as a regional sales manager serving primarily the central United States and Canada.
Nelson was Sankosha’s first employee when the company opened its U.S. operations in 1993, says company President Ken Uchikoshi.
“He was instrumental in building an outstanding dealer network,” Uchikoshi says, adding that Nelson’s “experience and knowledge of the industry will support Sankosha’s mission to serve the needs of its customers.”
Nelson’s responsibilities include creating and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers, and providing “unequaled” customer service.
“I am really pleased to be part of the Sankosha organization again,” he says. “I feel that I am back where I belong and plan to do my best to help bring this organization to the best place possible in this industry.”
Tungesvick comes to Sankosha USA from The Minnesota Chemical Co., where he served in a similar capacity. His extensive experience in machine sales and customer service will help the company build its market share, Sankosha says.
“Mike’s wealth of experience and industry knowledge has already made him a key addition to the Sankosha family,” Nelson says. “We view his appointment as a sign of our commitment to being the leading company in the industry.”
Tungesvick says he’s excited to start this new challenge and looks forward to working with the Sankosha team, dealers and end-users to help grow sales and provide support.
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