Betts Company Names Bob Herold Vice President of Sales

FRESNO, Calif. - June 21, 2013 - PRLog -- Fresno, Calif. – Betts Company has hired Bob Herold as vice president of sales. Herold is responsible for all sales activities at Betts Company’s two manufacturing divisions, BettsHD and Betts Spring Manufacturing.

Most recently Herold was vice president of product development and sales at Trail-Gear Inc., a manufacturer of off-road equipment. At Trail-Gear he managed the sales, marketing and engineering departments for the company. Prior to that assignment he was senior director of field services for 3VR Security Inc. and spent 15 years at Pelco Manufacturing in a variety of roles.

"Bob contributes an extensive background in sales and engineering to our team," said Bill Betts, vice president, Betts Company. "His commitment to customer centric support and passion for innovation will drive future growth for Betts Company in targeted transportation and industrial markets."

Herold earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from LaSalle University and an MBA in international business from California State University, Fresno.

He volunteers his time as a board member for the San Joaquin Valley International Trade Association (SJVITA) and is a guest lecturer at the California State University, Fresno, School of Business. Herold has worked with the university's business and engineering schools on special projects.

For more information, visit http://www.Betts1868.com, phone 559-498-3304, or email info@Betts1868.com.

About Betts Company
For over 145 years and during six generations of continuous family ownership, Betts Company has practiced daily the mission of its founder and decorated spring maker William Michael Betts I – “Building Well, Serving Better.” From its proud beginning as the first spring manufacturer in the Western United States, Betts has developed into a diversified concern that serves heavy duty transportation, aftermarket automotive and other industrial sectors with innovative, patented products made in the USA. For more information, visit www.Betts1868.com.