Freehold, NJ - Thomas A. Tarantin and Richard Tarantin jointly announce the promotion of William H. Craig, MBA/CPA, to the position of Chief Executive Officer/Chief Financial Officer of Tarantin Industries, Inc. The appointment is part of a larger strategic realignment of executive leadership positions planned to strengthen the company and support future growth. As part of the move, Richard Tarantin will now oversee sales and marketing efforts as Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing, and Thomas Tarantin will assume the role of Executive Chairman/ Business Development, responsible for identifying and sourcing new products and developing vendor relationships.
Craig joined Tarantin Industries two years ago as CFO and has a proven track record of success at the company. As CFO, he improved bottom-line performance and efficiencies through excellent financial management, and also implemented a comprehensive upgrade of the company’s computer systems. In his new position, Craig will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of Tarantin Industries and participate in long-range financial planning and growth strategizing for the expansion of the company.
“I appreciate this opportunity and look forward to working with the team at Tarantin Industries, our suppliers and our valued customers. I am also excited about
working with Richard Tarantin and his extensive sales experience and industry knowledge as he continues the tradition of outstanding customer service at Tarantin Industries”, says Bill Craig.
A graduate of Texas A&M and licensed CPA, Craig developed keen financial management skills while working at General Electric and Deloitte Consulting, LLP, as well as at other large and small companies, including Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.
“Bill is an excellent, experienced manager,” says Thomas Tarantin. “His strong financial background and talent for strategic planning and team-building has already had a positive impact at Tarantin Industries. His newly expanded role will strengthen our company and help us attain our expansion goals. We are excited for the future.”
