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Ronald Steding has joined the international sales team at The Kirschner Group as sales manager for Philippines and South Korea.
Ronald Steding has joined the international sales team at The Kirschner Group as sales manager for Philippines and South Korea. Steding has more than 30 years of sales and management experience in the professional salon industry. He recently headed his own consulting firm to help manufacturers and distributors develop business plans and strategize for the future.
“Ron is a strong addition to our international team,” says Paolo Rezzara, vice president of international for The Kirschner Group. “We are happy to have him continue his successful career with The Kirschner Group.”
Steding is based in Pasay City, Philippines and can be reached at stedco44@gmail.com.

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