FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Caledonia, Michigan – The Viking Group, a global leader in fire protection and life safety systems, is pleased to announce the staffing of two key roles within the Viking organization. Viking’s Adam Owens, Director – Sales, has been promoted to Vice President – Strategic Partnerships & Marketing for Viking Group, Inc. In this new role, Adam will have responsibility for developing and executing growth programs with key industry partners, identifying and implementing pricing and margin improvement efforts, and overseeing Viking’s marketing programs to both the industry and Viking SupplyNet.
In addition to Adam’s promotion, Viking has also promoted Ben Johnson, Regional Sales Manager for the East, to Director – Sales for Viking SupplyNet. Ben’s accomplishments in the East region and his leadership capabilities ensure that he will fulfill his new responsibilities with success, and continue the excellent work that Adam has contributed to the role in his years as Director of Sales. In addition, Ben will continue to serve as interim Regional Sales Manager of the East division until a replacement has been selected.
“I am confident that both Adam and Ben’s appointments position Viking and Viking SupplyNet for sustained growth and performance,” says Jeremy Morton, Viking’s COO. “Both Adam and Ben are excellent leaders in the industry and their contributions to their previous roles make them uniquely suited for their new assignments.” Congratulations to both Adam Owens and Ben Johnson.
To learn more about Viking Group, Inc. and Viking SupplyNet, visit www.vikinggroupinc.com
Viking is a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of innovative fire protection and life safety systems. For 100 years the company’s products and services have protected lives and property worldwide from the devastating effects of fire. For more information on Viking’s complete line of fire protection products and services, please visit www.vikinggroupinc.com.