Brian joined Winchester in 2017 as the Regional Sales Manager for Minnesota. He has been working in the industry since 2007, holding Sales positions with Pentair and Alpha Wire. Brian gives back to his community by volunteering and providing dog training for his local Humane Society and animal rescue. As a fun fact, Brian has a knack for giving dogs fun names that will get them adopted.

Andy joined Winchester in 2015 as a Senior Business Development Manager after previously holding roles with SPIROL International, Amphenol RF, and Hubbell. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and Management from Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY. Andy has also authored several Case Studies for Winchester, including HHD-BNC for 12G SDI Video Router; Ganged RF for High Frequency; Triple Shielded Cable Solution; Low Insertion Loss Semi-rigid SMP Cable Assembly; and Quick Disconnect Fiber Contact – Hybrid Cable Assembly. A fun fact about Andy is that he has finished a “Toughman,” which is a half Ironman.

Chris joined Winchester in 2017 with twelve years of industry experience. He has held prior sales positions with Amphenol RF, Harwin Interconnect, and Arrow Electronics among others. Chris gives back to his community by coaching Little League and officiating and timing swim meets. As a fun fact, Chris used to land jets on Navy Aircraft Carriers.

Jason joined Winchester in 2017 as Regional Sales Manager for the Northwest. He has held various positions in the industry since 1996, including roles with TE Connectivity and Nomad Digital. He received his Bachelor of Arts from UC-Santa Barbara and his Master of Business Administration from Santa Clara University. As a fun fact, Jason is an avid foodie.

John has been with Winchester since 2007 and has 30 years of experience in the industry. He has held prior roles as a procurement engineer and electronic distributor. He covers Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Canada, and Europe. He is passionate about working with customers to solve their interconnect problems. He gives back by volunteering with the local community garden and, as a fun fact, he plays guitar and jams with his friends in a classic rock band.

Justin joined Winchester in 2017 with nine years of prior technical sales experience with Smiths Interconnect, and five years of service with the United States Navy. He gives back to his community by volunteering at his local Relay For Life. As fun facts, he’s a big fan of pizza, and has flown as a passenger with the US Navy Blue Angels flight demonstration team while serving in the Navy.

Kaitlyn has been with Winchester since 2016, joining the team as a Sales Coordinator supporting the New England region. She has a degree in Business and Marketing from the University of Rhode Island, and has been in the customized interconnect industry since 2011. She has previously held positions with Amphenol PCD as a Product Specialist, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center as a Research Lab Coordinator. She gives back to her community by supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Boston, and participating in the Pan Mass Challenge – a cycling event through which she and her family have raised over $100,000 for the Jimmy Fund and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. As a fun fact, Kaitlyn was a competitive figure skater and went on to become both a professional figure skater and a youth coach during and after her college years.

Kyle has been with Winchester since 2016, joining the team as a Sales Coordinator for the Southeast region. He joined the team with 7 previous years of sales experience with companies like W.W. Grainger and YP, and has been working in the customized interconnect industry since 2015. Kyle has his BA in Communications with PR and Advertising from Anderson University, and gives back to his community by “Paying it forward” with random acts of kindness. As a fun fact, Kyle has torn both his ACLs through high school athletics – he’s sure his bumps and bruises will eventually catch up to him.

Mark joined Winchester in 2017 with over 25 years of experience in the interconnect industry. He has his BBA from Saint Bonaventure University and gives back to his community through Children’s Advocacy Center and Cleaning for Reason. A fun fact about Mark is that he is a “semi-avid” cycler, and his family has rescued several dogs.

Pat has been with Winchester since 2013 and has 20 years of industry experience. He covers the Upper Midwest Territory and is passionate about doing what others say cannot be done. He gives back to his community by being a Wish Granter for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and, as a fun fact, he was the 85 lb. City Wrestling Champion in the 8th grade.

Dennis has been with Winchester since 2012 and has 35 years of industry experience. He previously held multiple positions at Amphenol, Pyle National, FCI, and Clements National before joining Winchester. Dennis is specialized in electrical circular connectors and cable assemblies, ethernet connectors and cable assemblies, and junction box assemblies for ruggedized applications in Rail Mass Transit and Marine Oil & Gas markets. He is a member of the American Public Transportation Association, Railway Supply Institute, and the Midwest High Speed Association. Dennis is also the author of Case Studies titled Custom Engineered Junction Boxes and VN-PC Ethernet for Next Generation Passenger Rail Cars. He gives back to his community by volunteering at church functions and fundraisers and, as a fun fact, he played football in both college and high school, a feat for which he is now “feeling the pain.”

Rob joined Winchester in 1999, but has experience in the industry since 1987. He holds his Bachelor of Arts from Penn State and his MBA from Sacred Heart University. Rob will be covering the Mid-Atlantic region, specifically New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. He gives back to his community by coaching youth soccer, and he is passionate about exercising and staying active with soccer, running, biking, and kayaking.

Ross has been with Winchester since 2012 as Director of Business Development, and previously held roles at Longroad Asset Management, deVisscher & Co, and Ernst & Young Transaction Advisory Services. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Economics from Middlebury College, and an MBA with an Accounting and Corporate Finance concentration from Boston College. A fun fact about Ross is that he once participated in throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Fenway Park.

Steve has been with Clements National since 2006 and, through company acquisition, with Winchester since 2012 after working in the industry since 1974. He has held positions with Pyle-Canada, Amphenol, and Dutrol International in various managerial and sales roles. He is a member of the Toronto Railway Club, and gives back to his community by bringing his dog, Fantom, to area Senior rest homes for Pet Therapy. His fun facts are that he is an avid golfer, and his two dogs act as sentinels for his office.

Tyler joined the Winchester team in October 2016 as a Sales Coordinator for the South Central region after previous technical, project, and sales roles with Data Center Systems. He has a degree in Psychology from University of Georgia and gives back to his community by volunteering at the North Texas food bank. As a fun fact, Tyler was once charged at by a moose while walking home from work in Wyoming.

Joe joined Winchester Interconnect in 2014 and has 10 years of experience in the industry. His prior roles have included Manufacturing Engineer, Finance Manager, and Manufacturing Manager. He is our Global Hermetics expert who is passionate about providing solutions to meet high reliability hermetic requirements.

Mike joined Winchester Interconnect in 2016, having been with Winchester acquisition, Tekna Seal, since 2011. He is an American Society for Quality member and has been in the manufacturing industry since 2002. He has a degree from Anoka Technical College for CNC Manufacturing Technology, and gives back to his community by volunteering as a safety advisor for FIRST – a robotics competition for high school students. As a fun fact, Mike is working on his pilot’s license so that he can speed and not have to worry about stoplights.

Torrey joined Winchester in 2015 with 14 years of experience in the industry. He has previously held roles in distribution of cable assemblies, harnesses, kits, and value add projects, including being a Sr. Account Representative for Wesco Distribution. He covers the Southeast Region and he is passionate about creating solutions and building customer relationships. He gives back to the community by participating in fundraising opportunities and church-related outreach. As a fun fact, Torrey is a high school basketball official and has been selected to work in 10 straight high school state championship games. He’s hoping for number 11 this year as well.