Hipwell has worked in the pump industry for several years and brings a varied technical and sales background to Tsurumi's team. He has worked in industries such as aviation, automotive and mechanical engineering. He also has teaching experience, having been an instructor at a technical college.
Hipwell said he had been engaged with Tsurumi for quite some time and that the company's reputation for quality products and for fostering a collaborative relationship with its customers attracted him to the position.
"It's a job I feel pretty comfortable getting into," he said. "Every step of my career has led me to this. I look forward to utilising my technical and teaching experience to help Tsurumi customers solve their unique challenges."
As a regional sales manager, Hipwell will oversee pump sales for the Northwest, source equipment and materials, and work with distributors to boost efficiency and customer support in the region. He is looking forward to visiting customers and distributors throughout his territory.
Chuck Rickman, Tsurumi's vice president of sales, said Tyrone's deep knowledge of the industry would help Tsurumi reach its goals.
"Tyrone is a fantastic addition to our team," he said. "He enjoys working with customers and cultivating productive relationships. I'm impressed with his technical background and understanding of our products. He fits our culture, and we look forward to working with him."
