Gilbert takes on US commercial sales at Kumho

Kumho Tire U.S.A. has appointed Ron Gilbert its new director of Commercial Tire Sales. In his new position, Gilbert will head up the tyre maker’s truck and bus radial sector.

“We are excited and happy to have Ron Gilbert on the Kumho Tires management team as his knowledge of the industry and more specifically, the trucking and fleet industries, is extremely extensive,” said Armand Allaire, vice-president of sales for Kumho Tire U.S.A. “Ron is a breath of fresh air and with his vast experience, we know more positive things are ahead for our truck and bus radial division.”

Gilbert enters his new role with more than 30 years of experience in the tyre industry and has previously worked for a number of other major manufacturers.