According to a press release, Florikan ESA has hired Kevin Branch. Branch will be taking on the role of Senior Account Manager. He will be using his technical skill and relationships to help build Florikan sales through the company’s current distribution partners.
Further assisting in this effort is the opening of the dedicated Florikan Distribution Center, a 35,000 square foot expansion in Bowling Green, Florida.
“Kevin fits nicely into our plans for growth in the controlled release fertilizer market. He has tremendous experience helping growers in many different markets,” said Chad Keel, Director of Business Operations. “His passion for the industry go alongside the commitment we have at Florikan. We look forward to having him on the team where our purpose is to help growers find a better way.”
Branch benefits from 20 years of sales leadership in the professional horticulture business sector. His past success should provide confidence to Florikan’s customers they will receive an unmatched level of technical knowledge and customer support.
“I’m looking forward to an exciting opportunity with Florikan, a company that supports the nursery industry, as well innovations in the controlled release fertilizer market,” said Branch. “Florikan is well known and established in the nursery business.”
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