Posted July 22, 2014
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Picanol of America announced it has appointed Tom Johnston as sales manager, effective immediately.
Johnston, who has wide international experience in the textile sector, will be responsible for the sales of Picanol weaving machines in the United States.
He graduated from Clemson University in 1987 and worked at the Milliken’s Judson Plant for two years. He later spent 18 years at Parkdale Mills, including 14 years as the plant manager. He later developed a solid track record in the sales of weaving machines for other firms, with a strong focus on technical textiles, according to Picanol.
Johnston’s hiring confirms Picanol’s long-term commitment to the U.S., Picanol said. Picanol of America said is further expanding its technical team to further support its U.S. customers.
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“Following the opening of our new headquarters in 2013, the appointment of Tom Johnston is further proof that Picanol of America now more than ever is committed to providing outstanding customer service, the exceptional levels of quality that Picanol is renowned for, high value, and rapid delivery to meet the needs of our customers from the American market,” said Johan Verstraete, vice president of sales. “We will make sure that we continue to deliver the very best weaving machines and the highest levels of service to our valued American customers.”
Picanol of America focuses on sales of Picanol weaving machines and original Picanol spare parts and accessories, as well as machine repair and training services. Picanol of America is a 100 percent subsidiary of the Picanol Group of Belgium. The U.S. unit employs 19 people.