OPI is pleased to announce that seasoned grain equipment pro Brett Andricks has joined the team as Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Customer Support.
“Adding Brett to the team means customers have another incredibly knowledgeable resource they can rely on for both technical and operational input,” says Dave Crompton, CEO. “His extensive experience on the dealer equipment side gives him a deep understanding of the value storage management solutions deliver across markets.”
Andricks’ resume includes sales, operations, and product management with companies including AGI, Automated Agri-Systems, LeMar Industries, Koehl Brothers, Inc. and The GSI Group, Inc. He has worked extensively with grain conditioning automation technology since 2009. Andricks’ experience has given him a robust skillset and knowledgebase in technology implementation for commercial and farm markets, training both dealer and end user. He holds degrees from Millikin University and the University of Illinois.
“I’m excited to join OPI in their mission to advance grain storage management,” says Andricks. “I’ve watched as their technology has become a staple in grain bins across Canada and has gained
favor in the US. I look forward to helping even more farm and commercial operations effectively manage their grain in storage and prevent losses.”
Brett is an experienced leader with a demonstrated history of working nationally in the agriculture industry. Brett offers strong professional skills in distribution channel management, customer service, sales management, product management and development. He offers a diverse background in dealing with multi-functional groups to include marketing, operations, supply chain, technical support, learning management systems, and training. He’s held leadership roles as a key participant in developing and implementing company wide programs, sales programs, training and distribution channel development, new product development initiatives, lean process improvements, employee motivation, strategic partnerships, and team leadership.