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 News Release
October 9, 2008
Elias Chakour, Keith Crider appointed regional business managers
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| From left to right: Keith Crider and Elias Chakour were recently named new regional business managers for Grove and Manitowoc product lines. |
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Manitowoc has appointed Elias Chakour and Keith Crider as regional business managers overseeing sales of Manitowoc crawler cranes and Grove mobile cranes. Chakour’s territory is the Southeast region of the United States; Crider’s is the Northeast region of the U.S. and Canada.
In their new roles, both men will work closely with Manitowoc dealers in their regions. They report to David Hull, Manitowoc’s vice president of sales for North America, who said both will add valuable experience to the sales team.
“We are very fortunate to have people of Elias’ and Keith’s experience and reputation move into these very important roles,” he said. “Their technical knowledge, background in sales and support and unique experiences make them a valuable addition to the sales team.”
Both men bring a wealth of experience to their new positions. Chakour has more than 20 years experience in the construction equipment industry, most recently serving as regional sales manager for the LBX Company, covering the Northeast Region.
Crider brings almost 30 years of Manitowoc experience to his new position. Prior to this most recent appointment, he was director of service operations at Manitowoc Crane Care where his role included the development of Latin America’s Crane Care organization.
Chakour received his master’s in Business Administration from Roosevelt University in Chicago and a bachelor’s degree from The Hebrew University. Crider has a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania and has participated in numerous Manitowoc training programs throughout his career.
About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes,tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment for the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the U.S. maritime industry.
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