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News Release from: Metabo
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 14 October 2002
Corporate development director appointed
at Metabo
Metabo Corporation, manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives has appointed Martin Cross as Director of Corporate Development.
Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, has announced that Martin Cross has joined the company as Director of Corporate Development Working out of Metabo's North American headquarters in West Chester, PA, Cross will be responsible for the long- and short-term development and implementation of the company's corporate goals and strategic direction
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 29 Mar 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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John Ham, President of Metabo, said, "Bringing Martin on board as Director of Corporate Development will enable Metabo to more aggressively solidify our position as a manufacturer of quality power tools.
His managerial skills and business development experience have equipped him with many of the attributes needed to develop and enhance a company's corporate vision." Before joining Metabo, Cross was General Manager with a division of W W Grainger where he spearheaded the company's business strategy aimed at doubling sales within three years.
In addition, he spent over 20 years at Hilti Fastening Systems, most recently as Senior Director, helping to facilitate company growth through employee recruitment, training, motivation, and coaching.
Currently a native of Canada, Cross will be relocating to West Chester, PA, with his family.
He studied Business Administration at Ryerson University, Ontario.
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