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May 2015 | ForResidentialPros.com | 15 Industry Update { Noteworthy developments impacting the kitchen and bath market } New Management Named by BSH Irvine, CA — BSH Home Appliances Corp. has announced the appoint- ment of Christofer von Nagel as president and CEO North America. He will be respon- sible for driving the company's growth and managing business operations. Russell Dorsten, who served as interim president and CEO, will resume his pre- vious role as executive v.p. and COO. Most recently serving as CEO of BSH in the Netherlands, von Nagel brings more than 24 years of experi- ence at BSH to the table. In his previous role, he oversaw the company's sales, marketing and service of its Bosch, Sie- mens, Gaggenau, Nef and Constructa brands and guided the subsidiary to achieve a new level in sales and prof- itability. He plans to build of of the company's current momentum in North America and tap into his new management team to continue to grow business in the U.S. and Canada. Joining von Nagel on the BSH North American senior management team is Kai Schrickel, who has been appointed executive v.p. and chief fnancial ofcer. Additionally, Volker Thaens has been appointed senior v.p. of Product and Brand Manage- ment, reporting directly to von Nagel. Rounding out the management team is John Iacoviello, who will continue in his role as senior v.p. of sales. Corsi Honors Krengel & Hood Chicago, IL — Manufacturers' rep- resentative Karla Krengel, president of Krengel & Hood, was awarded the "Top Dog" Award from The Corsi Group for her sales achieve- ments with Greenfeld Cabinetry during Corsi's recent National Sales Meeting in Keysville, VA. "I am so very proud of this award," Krengel stated. "Not only because of what Krengel & Hood has achieved with The Corsi Group's Greenfield Cabinetry brand in our territory, but because of the opportunities and support from Greenfeld and our dealer base, which have allowed us to signifcantly grow this brand in Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. From the frst dealer we signed up to Pat Corsi – we've had nothing but continued support." Wellborn Names COO Ashland, AL — Wellborn Cabinet, Inc., Wellborn Holdings, Inc., Cabi- netry By Karman, Inc., Paul Wellborn and the entire Wellborn family have welcomed Thomas Halford as the chief operating ofcer of all Wellborn-related businesses. Kitchen Retrofits Update any kitchen – bring power and data to the countertop and add a modern touch to your kitchen! PCS34 goes into a 3 5 /32" hole. Comes with three 110-volt outlets, or power and data as shown, a 6ft power cord, and a lighted reset button. UL Listed. Satin Aluminum sides with Matte Black face. Polished Chrome handles. A breakthrough! The first ever Power & Data Grommet UL approved for kitchen use. Features a clear rubber collar to prevent water from getting into it when closed. Ideal for Optional Satin Aluminum or Black ring caps now available. w w w . m o c k e t t . c o m • 8 0 0 - 5 2 3 - 1 2 6 9 ardware Arc itectural Your for Fine "Fine Furniture" ® h Circle No. 9 on Product Card VON NAGEL