TEMPE, AZ January 5, 2011 – Dixon Golf has hired David Markridge as their new Vice President of Sales. With sales having more than tripled in 2010 from 2009 Markridge’s expertise is a necessary addition.
Markridge will run all phases of sales operations, including international distribution and Dixon Golf’s emerging retail sales channel.
“We wanted to bring someone on board who had vast experience in the retail market space, which is a segment that we’re capitalizing on. David brings experience in retail and wholesale sales as well as working with our 18 international distributors,” said Dixon Golf CEO William Carey.
Markridge comes to Dixon Golf from Pathways, LLC, where he was Director of Sales and Marketing. His previous experience centers around client development, managing sales forces and key accounts.
Markridge holds a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from San Francisco State University, where he also won a letter in football. He lives in Peoria, AZ with his wife, Gina and two teenage children.
About Dixon Golf
Dixon Golf, a Tempe, AZ based company, is the world’s only manufacturer of a high performance, eco-friendly family of golf balls. Borne from a desire to limit its impact on the environment, Dixon also offers a golf ball recycling program through its retail locations that gives golfers credit for returning their old golf balls. Even the packaging is made from 100% recycled material. From core to cover, from packaging to production, Dixon Golf is setting a new standard in environmental consciousness. Dixon Earth golf balls are distributed internationally and conform to USGA standards, with a PGA Tour Partner’s 92% approval rating. For more information about Dixon Golf, please visit www.dixongolf.com. Dixon Golf – play the future.
Contact:
John Glynn
jglynn@dixongolf.com
www.dixongolf.com
