Type Of Business:
Steel structural manufacturing company, Wear protection against wear caused by minerals for Heavy Industry (Cement- and Steel Industry, Mining etc.)
Marketing Area:
US and International
Expertise:
Sales Management, International Sales
Major Product/SVS:
Deposition welding materials (Electrodes, Tubular wire), Wear plates (Chromium Carbide overlay plates), Castings, Consulting Service for Wear protection
Hobbies/Sports:
Scuba diving; Reading; Traveling
Education Degrees:
MBA, Earned in the United Kingdom (2009)
Diploma in Management, Earned in the United Kingdom (2002)
Work History:
Over 20 years in Sales, the last 6 in International Business
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
Ability to adopt quickly to new industries and tasks - make a success out of the challenges I faced
Charity:
Volunteer, Gospel Forum (Christian Church)
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his international business experience, ability to connect with people, hard work and drive.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because it was the first thing he did and it appealed to him; he liked it very much.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Setting up a new business in the United States; Calling customers; providing services and supervising the work, Supervising a staff of 4 (1 Internal Sales coordinator and 3 Sales Rep's)
Overseeing the Export business to 60 nations, Responsible for subsidiaries in China, India and the U.A.E.
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Kastner hopes to be successful at what he is doing and bring the company to $10 million in revenue each year.