DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Dec. 14, 2016) — Nexen Tire America Inc. has hired industry veteran John Hagan to be executive vice president of sales and Jeffery Perry director of corporate accounts.
Both appointments are effective Dec. 1.
Mr. Hagan, who will work at the company's headquarters in Diamond Bar, has 28 years of industry experience, having previously worked for Linglong Tire Co. Ltd., Kumho Tire Co. Inc., Toyo Tire & Rubber Co. Ltd. and Pirelli Tire L.L.C.
Mr. Hagan will be responsible for replacement market growth and will lead Nexen's internal and external sales teams. His is a new position.
Mr. Hagan said Nexen has a "great team with lots of potential to contribute to company growth."
In his new role, Mr. Perry, who also previously worked for Linglong and Kumho, will manage current national accounts while looking for ways to expand business opportunities, the tire maker said in news release.
Mr. Perry is a Central Michigan University graduate.