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Verragio Announces New Regional Sales Manager
Cathy Marsh will lead the jewelry company’s efforts in the upper Midwest and western United States.
Cathy Marsh is Verragio’s new regional sales manager for the upper Midwest and western United States.
New York—New York City-based fine jewelry brand Verragio has appointed Cathy Marsh as its new regional sales manager for the upper Midwest and western United States.
She will work with Barry Verragio, CEO and chief designer of Verragio, and Jeff Sullivan, national sales manager, to continue expanding the brand's reach and further develop its presence in the area.
Marsh is a reputable and talented professional, said Verragio, and she brings a long history of strengthening client relationships, sales management, and luxury brand building to the role.
Previously, she worked for brands including ALink, John Hardy, Tacori, and David Yurman.
"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Cathy to the team,” said Sullivan.
"Her energy, experience, and passion make her the ideal person to lead our efforts across the vital upper Midwest and western U.S. region. We have tremendous confidence in her ability to serve our clients effectively and drive growth in this expansive territory. We're thrilled to have her on board and look forward to supporting her success in this new role."
Marsh said she’s excited about her new role.
“This region has tremendous potential, and I'm eager to connect with our clients to build strong, lasting relationships. I'm looking forward to contributing to the team's success and making a real impact across this key market," she said.
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She will work with Barry Verragio, CEO and chief designer of Verragio, and Jeff Sullivan, national sales manager, to continue expanding the brand's reach and further develop its presence in the area.
Marsh is a reputable and talented professional, said Verragio, and she brings a long history of strengthening client relationships, sales management, and luxury brand building to the role.
Previously, she worked for brands including ALink, John Hardy, Tacori, and David Yurman.
"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Cathy to the team,” said Sullivan.
"Her energy, experience, and passion make her the ideal person to lead our efforts across the vital upper Midwest and western U.S. region. We have tremendous confidence in her ability to serve our clients effectively and drive growth in this expansive territory. We're thrilled to have her on board and look forward to supporting her success in this new role."
Marsh said she’s excited about her new role.
“This region has tremendous potential, and I'm eager to connect with our clients to build strong, lasting relationships. I'm looking forward to contributing to the team's success and making a real impact across this key market," she said.
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