CMC Electronics Announces Management Changes

The marine electronics industry is evolving, necessitating a more streamlined and focused approach to the various segments of CMC Electronics' business. CMC’s new management structure is designed to put a more concentrated effort on sales, service, products, and major projects. CMC foresees excellent opportunities in the coming years and needs to be positioned to maximize a share of those opportunities.

In the continued interest of growth the following changes will take effect immediately.

Rob Barkley (1) has been appointed to the position of Assistant General Manager of CMC Electronics (Navcomm Group). In this position Rob will oversee all revenue generating activities, including product and service sales.

Glenn Butt (2) has been appointed to the position of National Sales and Marketing Manager and will be responsible for all product sales and marketing activities in the group.  

Tony Johnstone (3) will continue in his position as National Service Manager and Product Manager for selected existing and potential new product lines. In addition to these responsibilities Tony will also manage and centralize our major project activities.

Bill Coady (4) will continue in his role as General Manager of the Navcomm Group and will oversee all operations

Esterline CMC Electronics is Canada’s leader and largest distributor of marine electronics products. CMC provides local inventory, expertise, and service for the recreational and commercial marine industry, with coverage for the entire Canadian marketplace.

For further information visit www.esterline.com

Photo 1 – Rob Barkley:  Assistant General Manager of CMC Electronics (Navcomm Group)
Photo 2 – Glenn Butt:  National Sales and Marketing Manager
Photo 3 – Tony Johnstone:  National Service Manager and Product Manager
Photo 4 – Bill Coady:  General Manager of the Navcomm Group
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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