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March 29, 2023

Rotary Corporation has appointed two new territory managers as it expands the sales division to meet the needs of a growing dealer network, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer.

John Jordan, who has experience in landscape and outdoor power equipment sales, will serve as Rotary’s territory manager for western Tennessee and western Kentucky. He will be responsible for sales and support as well as dealer recruitment.

In addition, Mark Knight, with over 20 years of sales experience including multi-line brands of outdoor power equipment, will oversee business recruitment and sales support for Rotary’s dealer network in central Florida.

"Both John and Mark bring valuable experience to our sales team,” commented Smith. “They recognize the opportunities and challenges facing independent dealers, and I feel confident both will build powerful partnerships with our customers to ensure their long-term success.”

(L-R) Rotary’s new territory sales managers are John Jordan and Mark Knight.

January 20, 2023

Rotary Corporation continues to expand its sales division with the appointment of two new territory managers, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer.

Jeffrey Cox, a third-generation Rotary employee, has been named territory manager for outdoor power equipment dealers in South Carolina. Since joining the company 13 years ago, Cox has worked in several different departments including sales and technical services.

Alex Rivera, who has been involved in the outdoor power equipment industry throughout his career, will be the new territory manager for southern California. A former owner of a lawnmower repair shop, Rivera grew up working on mowers and other lawn equipment in the San Diego area.

“We are delighted to have Jeffrey and Alex on our sales team. Both are very experienced and well-prepared to serve our independent dealers with outstanding service and ongoing sales support,” said Smith. “Alex will be an asset in dealer recruitment as we continue to expand our footprint in southern California while Jeffrey will serve our large network of dealers throughout South Carolina.”

(L-R) Rotary’s new territory sales managers are Jeffery Cox and Alex Rivera.

Ocotber 26, 2022

Rotary Corporation has announced the appointment of two new territory managers to serve its growing dealer network, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer.

Chris Sipos is Rotary’s new territory manager for metro Atlanta and the Chattanooga, TN region. He will replace Billy Sapp who was promoted to Regional Vice-President for the southeast effective December 2022. Sipos previously served 10 years in territory sales for another outdoor power equipment supplier with accounts in Georgia and Tennessee.

Todd VanSickle has been named territory manager for Rotary dealers in Michigan and Ohio. Van Sickle is a Navy veteran who has more than 20 years of experience in sales including municipal snow and ice removal equipment.

“We look forward to having Chris and Todd on our sales team. They are very experienced and well prepared to serve our growing network of independent outdoor power equipment dealers with a strong commitment to one-on-one service and dedicated sales support,” commented Smith

(L-R) Rotary’s new territory sales managers are Chris Sipos and Todd VanSickle.

June 29, 2022

Rotary Corporation has appointed Kevin Denaker territory manager of its northeastern sales division which includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer.

Kevin Denaker has previous experience with an outdoor power equipment parts supplier and an extensive background in arborist equipment and gear. The new territory manager also served in sales with Cordstrap USA Wisconsin, a company specializing in cargo transportation safety. Denaker will oversee business development and sales for Rotary dealers in his five-state territory.

“Kevin’s experience in the outdoor power equipment industry will be an asset as we continue to expand our footprint in the northeast,” commented Smith. “Our goal is to build strong relationships with independent dealers by providing outstanding service and a full line of guaranteed quality parts. Kevin will be involved with dealer recruitment and ongoing sales support for current dealers throughout the region.”

Rotary’s new territory sale manager Kevin Denaker.

February 2, 2022

Rotary Corporation has announced the appointment of two new territory managers to serve its growing dealer network, according to an announcement by Mark Smith, Chief Sales Officer.

Kade Queen is Rotary’s new territory manager for dealerships in north Texas. Queen previously served in territory sales to family-owned hardware and farm supply stores in Oklahoma and Texas.

Mike Simon has been named territory manager for Rotary dealers in north and east Florida. Simon operated a multi-line equipment dealership for four years and has nearly 20 years of experience as a product and sales manager.

“We are delighted to have Kade and Mike join our sales division. They will be an asset as we continue to expand our network of independent outdoor power equipment dealers with a strong commitment to one-on-one service and dedicated sales support,” commented Smith.

(L-R) Rotary’s new territory sales managers are Kade Queen and Mike Simon.