Findlay, Ohio (October 17, 2014) – Pukka, designer and manufacturer of premium custom golf headwear and accessories, today announces Ryan Nolz to take over as Director of Sales for its US Golf Division.
Nolz is no stranger to Pukka. He sold Pukka’s custom headwear program in Southern and Central California for five years where he quickly grew the territory into a top-performer. Prior to re-joining Pukka in his new role, Ryan was National Sales Manager for Rife Putters, and most recently served as both Regional Tournament Sales Director and Territory Sales Executive for the past 12 years as part of the Cutter & Buck sales team. In addition, he spent the past 20 months representing Ahead in his territory.
His success is well documented as he quickly became one of the most trusted names in the territory. He brings a wealth of program selling knowledge and nearly a decade of direct headwear selling experience to Pukka’s sales team.
A proven track record of expansion and growth, his respect amongst his peers, high-level knowledge and understanding of the headwear market all made him a natural fit for Pukka.
“I couldn’t be happier to welcome Ryan back to Pukka and introduce him in his new role as our Director of Sales for our US Golf Division. He is one of the industries’ top up-and-coming talents and is highly regarded amongst his peers. He will help us re-direct our golf business, while at the same time; give us new insights to other opportunities that exist outside of the industry. It won’t take him long to get acclimated as he has long-established relationships with much of our sales force. Coupling his existing relationships and past experience with our brand, from a product, program and culture standpoint, it easily sealed-the-deal for me personally,” comments Shawn Rogers, Pukka’s CEO. “Ryan’s ideas to increase our market position and accelerate growth stood out among a deep pool of candidates, “adds Rogers.
“Excited is an under-statement. I’m a “hat-guy” at heart. Pukka is well established in the golf market and has been poised for growth for the past couple of years. The opportunity to be a part of a well-respected, highly successful management team with a proven track record made my decision to come aboard with Pukka very easy. Pukka’s rep force is the best in the industry and is filled with “A Level” sales professionals; many of which I have worked alongside of for most of my career,” says Pukka’s New Director of Sales, Ryan Nolz. I am a firm believer that things happen for a reason and the reason I am here is to take Pukka to the next level… and have some fun along the way,” adds Nolz.
Pukka® is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of premium custom headwear and mobile cases products in the Golf, Team, Action Sports and Entertainment markets. Pukka stands for “original, first class, quality,” which is displayed by unrivaled fit, superior materials and fashion-forward design. For more information, please visit www.pukkainc.com or call 1-877-345-5110 to speak with a customer service representative. You can also follow Pukka at www.facebook.com/pukkainc and www.twitter.com/pukkainc
Contact:
James Thompson
Director of Marketing
419 429 7808 ext. 1147
jthompson@pukkainc.com
www.pukkainc.com
