LOMBARD, Ill. — Matthias Larisch, general manager of Celette and Elektron Inc. has announced the appointment of Jeff Kohut as regional sales manager for Illinois, Wisconsin and Western Michigan. 
With more than 20 years of direct experience in the auto body repair industry, Kohut is ready to help both Celette and Elektron customers grow their businesses.
“Jeff’s background will be of great value to Celette and Elektron,” Larisch said. "With his exceptional experience he has the knowledge to help our customers be more successful."
Kohut has worked on the shop floor as well as on the other side of the desk. After managing collision facilities in Raleigh, N.C., he went to work for Allstate in its direct repair program. He also spent more than six years in paint and body operations as well as parts for BMW North America.
Both Elektron and Celette are owned by The Equinox Group, a diverse industrial partnership based in Switzerland. U.S. headquarters are located in Lombard, Ill. Celette produces automobile frame repair benches and measuring devices; and Elektron manufactures spot welders and other equipment for the auto body repair industry.
