Meese will be responsible for driving the growth and development of Eriez-Europe, ensuring that its plans align with the organization’s worldwide corporate strategies.
Meese began his career with Eriez as an Export Sales Engineer at the company’s Cardiff operations in the UK. He served most recently as Regional Sales Director—EMEA, where he led Eriez’s strategic sales efforts for Europe, the Middle East, India and Northern Africa.
Eric Nelson, Eriez Vice President, International Operations and Business Development, says Meese will take on many new challenges as managing director of Eriez-Europe.
“Gareth will focus on critical initiatives related to people development, process improvements, technology advancements, and the continued advancement of Eriez as a global solutions provider,” says Nelson. “Gareth’s exceptional ability to grow sales, combined with his proven expertise in motivating and mentoring his team, will be vital to the ongoing success of Eriez-Europe.”
Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, Eriez designs, manufactures, and markets on six continents through 12 owned international subsidiaries and an extensive sales representative network.