Paul Byrnes Named New Vice President Of Distributor Development
Lockport, NY - NetPlus Alliance, a buying group for industrial and contractor supplies distributors, has announced Paul Byrnes as the company’s new Vice President of Distributor Development.
Byrnes brings a wealth of experience to NetPlus Alliance, having worked 40 years in the distribution industry, including 30 years in industrial distribution. Prior to joining NetPlus Alliance, he has been with United Stationers/ORS Nasco for the past 19 years, including the last 11 years with ORS Nasco as Regional Sales Director. At ORS Nasco Byrnes worked closely with independent distributors to grow their businesses. Byrnes sees his new role at NetPlus Alliance very similarly.
“My primary objective at NetPlus will be to assist independent distributor members to be more competitive and more profitable in the marketplace,” said Paul Byrnes. “It’s a constant challenge for the independent distributor to sustain and thrive in a business climate that includes large, national sales distribution organizations. It will be my job to help members overcome any disadvantages they may have in size or reach through our combined NetPlus Alliance member buying power. These and other NetPlus benefits give members a much greater chance to flourish. They’re not out there fighting it alone. We’re with them every step of the way wherever they need support.”
Byrnes will begin working with NetPlus Alliance starting January 6, 2014 and will be based out of Pittsburgh. Primary responsibilities will include making personal visits to existing NetPlus members, providing guidance to support members in their business, assisting in the application of best practices, as well as increasing the NetPlus distributor member base. He will also build relationships with distributors at key NetPlus Alliance events, such as the group’s national meeting held March 16-18, 2014 at the M Resort in Las Vegas and other regional meetings.
“Paul has the experience to really help our members do more,” added NetPlus Alliance President Jennifer Murphy. “One of our main goals is to increase face-to-face engagement and relationship building, because that remains the most effective means for success in strengthening our industry and the American supply chain. Paul will be a great resource in that regard to help members become more profitable through NetPlus Alliance programs, services and benefits.”
Paul Byrnes is a graduate of Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. He is also a member of several industrial trade groups, including ISA (Industrial Supply Association), ISSA (International Sanitary Supply Association), STAFDA (Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association), GAWDA (Gases And Welding Distributors Association) and NSC (National Safety Council).
He and his wife of over 30 years are proud parents of three grown children.
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Lockport, NY - NetPlus Alliance, a buying & marketing group for industrial and contractor supplies distributors, is pleased to welcome new suppliers, Acme United Corporation, FallTech, Kennedy Mfg., and NXGEN Payment Services to the group as of January 1, 2014.
Acme United Corporation is a leading worldwide supplier of innovative branded cutting, measuring and safety products in the school, home, office, hardware & industrial markets. Their product line includes first aid, scissors, shears, lawn and garden tools, and knives. For more information visit www.acmeunited.com.
FallTech is a leading manufacturer of fall protection products built for all industries where workers are exposed to falls from elevation. For over twenty years, FallTech has been outfitting people when they are exposed to fall hazards at work and tackling fall protection problems the way they happen in real life. Their product line includes fall protection equipment. Visit them online at www.falltech.com.
Kennedy Manufacturing is an industry leader in steel tool chests, roller cabinets, stationary and mobile workbenches, modular storage cabinets and tool storage for the NC/CNC machining world. From the machinist chest first manufactured in the 1910’s to the stainless steel and medical cabinets produced today; Kennedy has continued its tradition of industrial quality, security and durability. To learn more visit www.kennedymfg.com.
NXGEN Payment Services is a leading provider of credit card processing services and comprehensive merchant payment solutions. As a NetPlus Alliance business service supplier, their offering includes credit card and electronic check processing for distributors. Visit www.nxgendc.com for more information.
