iQ Power Tools has appointed Vince Hollis to the position of national product training manager. In this position, Hollis is in charge of product information and training for both dealers and field representatives. Additional responsibilities include the role of product trainer at industry shows, as well as participating in its regional training events, partnering with various associations, such as the NTCA, MCAA, ICPI and IMI.
Hollis began with iQ in 2016 as the Southeast regional sales manager. In his role, Hollis will work to improve individual and organizational performance related to the firm’s line of products. He will be identifying training needs, developing individual training programs, creating instructional materials, offering learning experiences and evaluating effectiveness of training programs.
“I am a utility player,” comments Hollis. “Wherever I am needed to help iQ grow and help our dealers prosper, I will be there to get the job done.”
“Vince has a range of construction experience from both the installation side and manufacturing side, which is a benefit in his role,” says Jim Mackall, VP sales, iQ Power Tools. “This position is critical to our organization, as we continue to build our brand, train our dealers and educate our customers on the hazards of silica dust. We feel with his previous experience at iQ and his knowledge of our products, he will be an asset to both our company and our customers.”
Joel Guth, president of iQ Power Tools adds, “Vince has a vision for the future, which is in line with the company mission to focus on the health and safety of construction workers in all trades. Educating the industry on the dangers of silica is a part of our focus. The mission of iQ Power Tools is to build tools that save lives.”