January 14, 2008  - Mobile, AL - Revving up to support its increasing presence in the Americas, Xanté Corporation today announces the appointment of three new regional sales leaders. Supporting Xanté sales and distribution in the U.S. and Latin American markets, the new sales leaders - Chase Baldwin, Mark Priede and Dale Turner - report to Xanté senior vice president of worldwide sales, Scott Reese.
"Following our acquisition of RIPit earlier this year, and the introduction of several new products at the recent Graph Expo show, we're not only expanding significantly but also generating new demand for Xanté CTP and digital imaging systems. Additionally, we've been working toward broadening our distribution channels in all regions of the Americas," says Reese.
"Baldwin, Priede and Turner each have excellent credentials and a great track record of achievement in the field," he continues. We've therefore promoted them to regional leader positions in order to leverage their experience to further strengthen and expand our ability to support current and new customers."
Chase Baldwin, Northeast
Chase Baldwin, newly appointed Xanté regional leader for the Northeast, has been with the company since June 2007. Prior to joining Xanté, Baldwin spent 12 years in sales and sales management for a telecommunications company. In his new role, Baldwin will manage seven sales representatives covering the northeast.
Mark Priede, Southwest
Mark Priede joined Xanté in 2005 and previously held the position of territory manager for Mexico and the Caribbean. In his new role as regional sales leader for the Southwest, he is responsible for management, training and recruiting of sales reps, dealers and distributors in Southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, Southwest Texas, Mexico, as well as Central and South America.
Dale Turner, Northwest
Dale Turner joined Xanté in
October 2007 and is regional leader for the Northwest area of the U.S. Turner brings the company 19 years of progressive responsibility and expertise in sales, marketing, leadership and training. In previous positions for companies including Global Source Link, Corporate Express, Office Max and Philip Morris, Turner influenced national key wholesale and chain accounts, managing up to $61M in annual sales while leading a staff of 33 people including four sales managers in six states.