Smithers Quality Assessments Names Drew Markley Director of Sales and Global Marketing

AKRON, Ohio, March 16, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Smithers Quality Assessments (SQA), announced today that Drew Markley has been named Director of Sales and Global Marketing.

In his new role, Markley will continue his focus on meeting internal and external clients needs, while he assists in the growth of the company's operations both in the United States and China. He will report to the president of SQA North America for the global marketing aspect of his new position and to the general manager of SQA North America regarding sales.

"Drew has been a valued contributor to the success of our organization since he joined the company," said Jeannette Preston, president, SQA North America. "His dedication to our clients will serve us well as we continue to grow."

Markley joined SQA in 2012. He previously focused on hiring and training professional and technical staff, developing and implementing strategic and operational sales and marketing plans, installing effective management processes and improving brand management.

This promotion will bolster Smithers' global expansion. Learn more about the organization and its services at www.smithersregistrar.com.

About The Smithers Group:

Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, The Smithers Group includes Smithers Apex, Smithers Avanza, Smithers Pira, Smithers Quality Assessments, Smithers Rapra, and Smithers Viscient. Each Smithers Group company provides technology-based services focused on a defined market. As a group, the diversity of market sectors and technologies provides stability and a platform for long-term growth. By integrating science, technology and business expertise, Smithers' goal is to add value throughout the lifecycle of our clients' products, by utilizing testing, consulting, information, and compliance services. All Smithers companies are known by their clients as Trusted Providers of Innovative Solutions. For more information, visit www.smithers.com.

You can reach the Smithers Quality Assessments North America office at:
121 South Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Telephone: 866-688-0134
www.smithersregistrar.com 

Media Contact:
Drew Markley
[email protected]
+1 (330) 762-4231

SOURCE Smithers Quality Assessments