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ValvTechnologies, Inc. Names Joe Kelly Regional Director, Europe, Middle East and Africa
HOUSTON – ValvTechnologies, Inc., manufacturer of zero-leakage severe service isolation valve solutions, today announced the appointment of Joe Kelly as Regional Director, Europe, Africa and Middle East.
Based in the United Kingdom, Kelly will have senior management responsibility for leading sales growth in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. With more than 35 years’ experience in the valve and automation industry, he brings significant global business management and sales experience to the company.
Prior to joining ValvTechnologies, Kelly held a series of progressively responsible sales leadership and executive positions in Cameron’s Valves and Measurement business including Vice President of Sales, Valve Automation, Vice President of Distributed Valves Sales and General Manager, Distributed Valves. Previously he served as Vice President of Global Project Pursuit and Vice President of Sales, Europe, Middle East and Africa for the Valve Automation Division of Emerson. Earlier in his career, he held international sales and marketing leadership roles at Circor International and Bettis Actuators and Controls. Kelly graduated from Staffordshire University in the UK, majoring in Electrical and Electronics Engineering; he is a past Board member and Vice Chairman of the British Valve and Automation Association.
“We are excited to have someone with Joe’s experience leading our sales efforts in Europe, the Middle East and Africa,” said President Kevin Hunt. “Joe knows the industry and the challenges our customers face. With his track-record of customer leadership and advocacy, he is well positioned to strengthen our presence and capabilities in this key region.”
About ValvTechnologies
Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, ValvTechnologies is the leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions. Employing more than 500 people worldwide, our offices are located in the United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, China, Middle East, India, Australia and South America. In addition, ValvTechnologies partners with stocking distributors and independent representatives to service customers around the world. To find out more about the products and services offered or to locate a representative, visit our website at www.valv.com.
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