Matsuura Machinery USA announces the promotion of David Hudson to vice president of sales and marketing. Hudson has served as Matsuura Machinery USA Inc.’s western regional sales manager since 2013.
“With over four years of successfully representing Matsuura Machinery USA Inc., David brings a wide range of proven results to this important role,” said Matsuura Machinery USA Inc. president, Craig St. John.
Hudson will provide leadership to the Matsuura USA sales and marketing teams, deepen distributor relationships, cultivate new business opportunities and assist in providing customized manufacturing solutions for Matsuura customers.
“After a comprehensive search for vice president of sales and marketing, we recognized the preeminent candidate was presently a part of our team. David has a clear understanding of the information and support Matsuura distributors and customers need from Matsuura to be successful,” St. John added.
Hudson previously served as senior sales consultant for Selway Machine Tool, Inc. and as president of Mil-O-Matic Inc., a Southern California aerospace machine shop which his father, Milo Hudson, founded in 1972.
Hudson has an in-depth knowledge of the Matsuura product line and over 24 years of experience working with major customers in the aerospace, defense, automotive, medical and commercial industries. He will also be responsible for strategic development to meet the sales, market share and profitability objectives.