Columbia, SC — July 19, 2010 — Ripley Lighting Controls, Division of SouthConn Technologies, Inc. announced today the addition of Michael Hodgdon as National Sales and Marketing Director to focus on the company's growing network of North American sales representative agencies.
"We are extremely excited about having Michael join our team," said Tom Shackett, President. "He has an extensive background with all facets of sales, marketing & distribution".
He brings to Ripley Lighting Controls a track record of increasing sales, reducing cost and stream lining operations as well as building a premiere distribution networks. Along with possessing outstanding interpersonal abilities, excellent leadership and training skills, Michael is hardworking, ambitious and technically savvy.
With more than 25 years of Sales and Marketing management experience, Michael has developed a sharp eye and expertise in building successful sales teams. As a Fortune 500 Sales and Marketing leader, he has been fortunate to enjoy key positions with well known firms; United Technologies, General Electric and Safety-Kleen to name a few.
Ripley Lighting Controls continues to be the leader in the lighting control industry for over 70 years. Headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina, Ripley Lighting Controls manufactures a complete line of lighting control products, and continues to Provide Solutions for Tomorrow, Today.
