FONTANA, Calif. (Oct. 9, 2001)— Kumho Tire USA has added three newly hired regional sales managers for the U.S. market. They are:
Jerry Bumbaugh, responsible for sales in Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming and Northern California. A 21-year veteran of the tire industry, he formerly was general manager for Daniel's Tire Service in Southern California;
Rodney Hughes will serve as sales manager for Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and western Tennessee. He previously was with Bridgestone/Firestone Inc. as a senior district sales manager for that company's Dayton brand; and
Dave Salvione will be responsible for Kumho's Pacific Northwest Territory, including Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. He is a 24-year-plus veteran of the tire industry with experience in retail, retail management and wholesale distribution.
Vice President of Sales David R. Hudrlik said the addition of these regional sales managers will further strengthen Kumho's presence in the U.S.