Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM JUNE 2019 26 ALMO CORPORATION SELECTED AS EXCLUSIVE U.S. DISTRIBUTOR FOR NXR "CULINARY" SERIES RANGES Almo Corporation, the nation's leading independent distri- butor of appliances, consumer electronics, Pro A/V equipment and housewares, announced it has been named the exclusive U.S. distributor for NXR "Culinary" Series Ranges. As part of this new relationship, Almo is giving its independent retail dealers access to a competitively priced, premier cooking range lineup. This offering will complement Almo's established and industry-leading logistics services, marketing, and sales support capabilities intended to help their dealers grow and prosper. According to Jack Halperin, senior vice president, Dealer Channel Division, Almo Corporation, "Many independent retailers report seeking quality, moderately priced, profitable, step-up products to complement their current retail floor offerings. The NXR Culinary Series effectively fills that niche in the cooking segment." He added, "This NXR Series is only available through Almo – and sits perfectly on the dealers' floors between currently available, traditional luxury and mass premium appliance cooking brands." "We chose to distribute this product only through Almo in the U.S. because of the company's strong and proven track record of maintaining solid relationships with the nation's independent dealers," said Saban Chang, president for NXR. "Almo's long- standing track record of success in providing tangible, value added services to this important retail class of trade makes the relationship a great all-around fit that will undoubtedly benefit dealers today and in the long run." Visit www.almo.com or go to www.nxrproducts.com for more information. FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING CO. PROMOTES MICHAEL BRIEF TO DIVISION VICE PRESIDENT – RETAIL Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of heating, cooling and other room air conditioning products, announced today that Michael Brief has been promoted to Division Vice President – Retail, effective immediately. In his new role, Brief will oversee all functions related to the retail sales division. Prior to his promotion, Brief served as Friedrich's Director of Sales, Retail Division where he contributed to the company's significant retail sales growth and was involved in successfully introducing new product lines to the market. "Mike has done a very good job leading and growing the retail division. His extensive knowledge of the industry, passion and strong customer relationships will help Friedrich continue to make major strides in the retail market," said Chuck Campbell, CEO of Friedrich. Brief has worked for Friedrich since 1992, starting out as a regional manager in the New York market. He has held several roles while expanding his responsibilities and geography, eventually working his way up to director of sales, retail division, a position he held for 10 years. "I've had the distinct pleasure of working for a company whose products I've believed in since I first entered the industry 35 years ago," said Brief. "I have great pride in Friedrich and have been fortunate to watch the company grow. My team and I still have much opportunity ahead and we're committed to making it happen." Please visit www.friedrich.com for more information. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] RO

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