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Seasoned High-Tech Executive Joins TechTurn as VP of Product Sales and E-Commerce
TechTurn welcomes former Solectron – Global Services remarketing exec to enhance sales velocity for refurbished electronics
AUSTIN, Texas – September 26, 2007 – TechTurn, a trusted leader in technology recovery, refurbishing and resale, today announced that David Wright has joined the executive team as VP of Product Sales and E-Commerce. Wright brings to TechTurn extensive leadership experience in the equipment leasing, computer and service industries. Wright will be responsible for expanding and maintaining channel development to optimize and diversify TechTurn’s product availability.
Wright comes to TechTurn from Solectron – Global Services, where he was responsible for developing and launching secondary market channels for a variety of computing and consumer electronics products and peripherals. At Solectron, Wright initiated development focused on Sony Factory Refurbished computer products. He also managed an e-commerce solution where auction and e-store launches were completed. While at Solectron, Global Services grew to cover multiple sites working with entire systems, parts and parts harvest activities. Wright’s 23-year track record of business and sales leadership also includes executive-level positions at STYX Capital LLC, DELL Financial Services, and Tokai Financial Services.
“As a leader in the technology recovery market, we are building an enduring business driven by a world-class management team,” said TechTurn President Jake Player. “David brings strong senior management experience in remarketing to the table, and he is a perfect balance to our existing leadership team. I am confident that his contribution will be invaluable to TechTurn’s continued success.”
David Wright commented, “An increasing supply and demand of used electronics and an intense focus on environmental issues have created the perfect storm of opportunity for the remarketing of refurbished equipment. TechTurn is perfectly positioned to seize this opportunity and become the international leader in the used electronics market.”
About TechTurn
TechTurn is the trusted industry leader for technology recovery, refurbishing and remarketing. Through its world-class facilities and processes, TechTurn provides the foundation for sustainable technology, providing companies with an economically smart, environmentally friendly and risk-free method for the recycling and reselling of used technology. Since 1999, TechTurn has been the preferred take-back partner for 300 of the Fortune 500 and the top four computer manufacturers. These leading organizations provide TechTurn with a non-stop supply of high-quality, high-value technology systems and components that, after testing and certification, are remarketed to customers worldwide. By extending the life of these products, TechTurn is able to enrich the lives of millions of people worldwide while also helping to significantly reduce the amount of e-waste that is filling landfills and polluting the environment. For more information, visit www.techturn.com.
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