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Protran Technology names new director of sales
Kyley Holmstrom brings over 20 years of experience in senior management and sales, engineering operations, and purchasing in the rail industry, to the position.
March 16, 2018
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Protran Technology, a division of Harsco Rail, a global supplier of railway track maintenance and construction equipment, added Kyley Holmstrom as the director of sales.
Holmstrom brings over 20 years of experience in senior management and sales, engineering operations, and purchasing in the rail industry, to the position. Prior to Protran, he worked at Union Pacific Railroad and at LB Foster. His most recent position was as GM, transit sales, at LB Foster.
“With Kyley’s diverse background, we are excited about the input he will bring to our safety and measurement product line,” said Jim Resio, VP of Protran.
From promoting within to recruiting bright new talent, Harsco Rail is dedicated to advancing its employee base. Throughout its many different business units and locations, career seekers will find a variety of opportunities to contribute in a meaningful way to Harsco’s continued success.
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