Sexy Hair, the global hair care company known for its “Big Sexy Hair” line, announced BIG changes to its executive team. The company’s vice president of domestic sales, John Fortunato, accepted the general manager position at Schwarzkopf Canada; a division of the Henkel family of brands, while industry veteran and vice president of national sales, Jennifer Parks decided to retire from the beauty industry for a new career that will keep her closer to home.
“With two industry greats leaving the Sexy Hair family, we had big shoes to fill in terms of finding their replacements, “ said Karl Heinz Pitsch, president & chief executive officer for Sexy Hair. “After an extensive executive search, three seasoned sales professionals will be leading the charge at Sexy Hair with the goal to continue growing the brand and increase sales.”
Kendra Teasley – Vice President of Domestic Sales
With 25 yeas of experience in the beauty industry and sales, Teasley has worked side by side with Fortunato over the past four years as director of domestic sales. Her proven track record of excellence coined Teasley as the natural fit to replace Fortunato and be promoted to the vice president position.
Andrew M. Ruesche – Director of Sales – SalonCentric Division
Andrew M. Ruesche, experienced sales professional with more than 30 years in the professional beauty industry, has been hired to take over for Teasley’s previous director position. The former director of business development for L’Oreal USA Redken and Pureology has achieved exceptional sales results to distribution and salon customers in addition to creating high performing teams.
Caleb Folterman – Vice President of National Sales
Recognized for delivering superior sales and account management, Caleb Foltermann takes the helm of the national sales division at Sexy Hair. His accomplished career spans a decade working with well-known professional beauty brand TIGI Haircare/Unilever and organizations like Xile Beauty Group in Dallas, Tx.
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