Global Rubber Industries (GRI) has announced the promotion of Gary Stevens to president of sales for material handling tires in the United States. Stevens has been with GRI for more than 14 years and has been instrumental in growing its material handling tire business in the United States since its inception, according to the company. He was dominant in establishing GRI in the U.S. and winning the highest respect and confidence from all customers, says GRI.
Stevens will be leading GRI efforts to expand its sales, distribution and dealer network in the U.S.
“From the very beginning of our company, Gary has built an incredible business for GRI in the U.S. and raised our brands to be a customers’ top choice,” said Prabhash Subasinghe, GRI managing director. “Having witnessed the strong relationships and the customer network that Gary has built over the years, and the way he has developed our business, I am confident that he will continue that same momentum as we launch new material handling tires and expand into new territories in the U.S.”
As president of sales, Stevens will report directly to the managing director of GRI in Sri Lanka.
