Fairport, N.Y. - Bosch Security Systems, Inc., a full-line manufacturer of high-quality security solutions, has appointed Nick Valente as Vice President of Business Development and Kelly Priest as Vice President of Western Region Sales for the United States.
Kelly Priest oversees a team of sales and account managers in Bosch's Western Region, which spans 21 states. He is responsible for developing the strategic direction necessary to achieve annual sales targets for the region.
"Bosch's reputation for quality products makes our offerings attractive to security dealers and end users alike. With the company's brand power, financial stability and strong leadership team, we are well positioned to capture share from competitors and achieve solid sales growth in the West," said Priest.
Priest's experience includes more than 20 years in sales management with a focus on technology products and manufacturing services. In his previous positions before joining Bosch, Priest was responsible for the management of major accounts with revenue targets exceeding one billion dollars. He earned a bachelor's degree and a Masters of Business Administration from Golden Gate University.
As head of the Business Development Group, Nick Valente leads a team of Business Development Managers in building long-term sustainable growth for Bosch and its channel partners. A Six Sigma Black Belt in capturing the voice of the customer, Valente is responsible for aligning the company more closely with the evolving needs of end users.
"By working closely with end users and understanding their needs, we can better communicate the true value of Bosch products and systems during the sales cycle," said Valente. "As we form close relationships with these customers and educate them on the latest technologies available, we're becoming a better supplier to our dealer base - delivering new opportunities and project leads."
Valente joins Bosch with more than 20 years of business development experience. In his previous position, he worked closely with sales, marketing, engineering and product management departments to achieve growth, and gained extensive experience in important markets for Bosch - including critical infrastructure facilities. Valente earned a bachelor's degree and a Masters of Business Administration from Roberts Wesleyan College.
