MILWAUKEE, June 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Briggs &
Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG) appoints David Frank as vice president of commercial
engine sales. The added position comes as part of Briggs and
Stratton's refined focus and commitment to commercial engine
consumers. In his new position, Frank's primary focus will include
strategic planning, account sales and management, and establishing
new partnerships with rental centers and OEMs.
"As we enhance the strength of our commercial division, we are
excited to add David to our sales team," said Dave Rodgers, senior vice president &
president – Briggs & Stratton engines group. "Between his
extensive knowledge of outdoor power equipment and past sales
experience, we are confident that he will bring substantial value
to our commercial customers, and help us continue to reinforce our
commitment to the commercial engine industry."
In his new position, Frank will oversee the commercial engine
sales division and develop relationships with new and existing
customers. In addition, he will be in charge of establishing new
partnerships with OEMs, maintaining current relationships and
managing the sales team.
Most recently, Frank served as the vice president of sales and
marketing for Subaru Industrial Power Products division. Frank
administered all engine, generator and pump sales, as well as new
product development.
"I'm looking forward to the challenges and opportunities this
role brings," Frank said. "Given my past sales experience and
relationships with OEMs, I feel confident that I will be able to
deliver exceptional strategic insight and overall service to our
commercial customers."
About Briggs & Stratton Corporation:
Briggs &
Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is the world's largest
producer of gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment. Its
wholly owned subsidiaries include North
America's number one marketer of pressure washers, and it is
a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of power
generation, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products
through its Briggs & Stratton®,
Simplicity®, Snapper®, Snapper
Pro® Ferris®, PowerBoss®,
Allmand™, Billy Goat®, Murray®,
Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs &
Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced
in over 100 countries on six continents. For additional
information, please visit www.basco.com and
www.briggsandstratton.com.
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