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Bettcher Industries Appoints New Regional Sales Manager

6 July 2000

Bettcher Industries Appoints New Regional Sales Manager

    VERMILION, Ohio - Bettcher Industries, Inc. announces the appointment of Howard L. Saul as Regional Sales Manager for its Whizard trimmer product line.

    In this position, Saul will be responsible for product sales and technical service in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States.

    Saul is a 15-year veteran in sales, whose experience in the meat processing industry is broad and deep. Prior to joining Bettcher Industries, Saul held sales management positions with Stadler's Country Hams, Greenwood Packing, and Gwaltney. He has been involved in product development initiatives in both national and international markets.

    Commenting on the appointment of Saul, Laurence Bettcher, President, stated, "Howard possesses strong industry knowledge, in addition to his sales management experience. This makes him a particularly valuable new member of our team. We're keenly aware of the increasing expectations that meat processors require from suppliers, and we're committed to providing the fullest degree of support for our customers in these two key regions of the country."

    Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting tools for meat processing operations and industrial applications.