PBI-Gordon adds two new hires, promotes one within company

Dan Salois (Photo: PBI-Gordon)

PBI-Gordon Corp. recently added Dan Salois and Chrissie Segars, Ph.D., and promoted Sal Strano.

“We are delighted to add fantastic new talent to our organization and leverage Sal Strano’s expertise and experience by promoting him to a new role,” said Neil Cleveland, senior vice president and general manager of PBI-Gordon Corp. “The skills and industry experience these individuals bring will be a huge asset as we continue to serve our customers, develop innovative solutions, and drive our marketing strategy.”

As regional sales representative for the Pacific Northwest, Salois will be responsible for company product sales to turfgrass management customers in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Hawaii, Utah and Alaska. Salois brings more than 20 years of experience in the turf, ornamental and agricultural industries, including as a sales professional, supplier representative and golf course superintendent.

Chrissie Segars (Photo: PBI-Gordon)

As western research scientist, Segars is based in Oregon and conducts her research in the western region of the country. She will primarily focus on product development and research related to sod production. Prior to joining PBI-Gordon, Segars was an assistant professor and extension turfgrass specialist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

Sal Strano (Photo: PBI Gordon)

In his new role as marketing product manager, Strano will develop and communicate product strategy for PBI-Gordon’s portfolio of herbicide products. Strano joined the company in May 2020 as a national key account manager. Prior to PBI-Gordon, Strano spent ten years as a turf and ornamental product manager for Gowan Co.