Eclipse Names Steve Karns to Regional Sales Post

January 16, 2018  by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry   

In his new position, Karns will oversee the eastern region, which includes five sales representatives and encompasses Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia.

 

Karns has more than 30 years of experience in the sales and marketing of bedding brands with leading mattress manufacturers King Koil, Englander and Serta. Most recently, he was vice president of sales for Blue Bell Mattress.

“As we continue to expand our brand and our reach along the East Coast, we wanted a strong sales leader to work with our sales team and our retailers to help them grow their businesses,” said Stuart Carlitz, CEO of Eclipse. “Steve has built long-standing relationships in the region and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position. We are excited to have Steve join our team, and we know he will be a great asset as we continue to grow in the region.”

Karns reports to Tom Rehwinkle, vice president of sales and marketing.

“I’m super excited to join an organization with the depth and vision that Eclipse brings to the bedding industry,” Karns said. “I was especially drawn to the company’s impressive focus on its customers.”