EL PASO, TX — Tsurumi Pump announces Slater Blanchard as its new Regional Sales Manager for the Southwest. Blanchard has held General Manager positions at several pump companies in the past. He also has had experience with pumps manufactured by Tsurumi, and mentioned his positive experiences with product durability.

As Regional Sales Manager, Blanchard will oversee pump sales for the Southwest, source equipment and materials, and work with distributors to maximize efficiency and customer support in the region. He will be visiting distributors for lunch and learns, attending trade shows, and visiting job sites in the region to provide technical expertise. Blanchard has nearly 20 years of experience in the industry.

“People still like to do business with people,” Blanchard said. “When I first saw the job post I felt it could be a great fit for me. I have worked with Chuck [Rickman] and Glenn [Wieczorek] in the past, and that has always been a great experience. With great leaders, I know it must be a positive culture. Plus, I have a passion for the pump industry. I enjoy fluid dynamics and I like new challenges.”

Rickman is Tsurumi’s Vice President of Sales, and Wieczorek is the company’s Managing Director. “Slater is personable and has a ton of experience in helping customers achieve their goals," he said. "His expertise with industrial companies makes him a great fit for Tsurumi.”