AVEX Hires Matt Patterson as Director of Sales
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Park City, Utah (April 9, 2015) – AVEX, a leading reusable water bottle brand for outdoor adventurers, grows its team with the hire of Matt Patterson as director of sales. In this new position, Patterson will lead the company’s sales strategy and product development.
Patterson’s career began at The North Face, first in retail management and then in the marketing department, where he provided creative direction for the marketing team and essential collateral for the sales team. He then worked as director of sales and marketing at Hydrapak, leading the launch of the Hydrapak OEM program. Most recently, Patterson was national sales manager at Chums and Beyond Coastal where he led sales efforts for both brands.
“I’m thrilled to join the AVEX team, a group of passionate enthusiasts that work and play in the outdoors, allowing for the creation of superior hydration products,” said Patterson. “It’s inspiring to work for a company that leads the industry in developing new drinking technologies while also giving back to protect, and provide access to, our valuable water resources.”
“We are extremely happy that Matt has joined the AVEX team,” said Dave Mellon, General Manager at AVEX. “His previous experience in the outdoor industry and passion for what we do at AVEX will make him a strong leader as we continue to lead and grow in the market.”
AVEX also announces Brianna Prosser as the new marketing associate. Prosser earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and previously worked as a product marketing specialist at Cision, the public relations software company. Qualifications include a background in go-to-market strategy and experience with product launches, in combination with enthusiasm for running and the outdoor sports industry.
About AVEX
AVEX thermal mugs and hydration bottles are designed specifically for sport and outdoor enthusiasts. Many feature the revolutionary AUTOSEAL® patented technology—a press-to-sip, release-to-seal button that automatically seals between sips—while others offer the patent-pending AUTOSPOUT® technology—a press-to-release button that opens a drinking spout. Many AVEX products feature a spout shield that covers and helps protect the spout from dirt and germs as well as a clip-on handle, making them perfectly suited for the outdoor consumer. AVEX is a brand of Ignite USA, a company with a passion for great products. For more information, visit www.AVEXSport.com.
