McLarens Canada Appointment

David Koa has been appointed executive vice president of sales and marketing for McLarens Canada. Koa will also be responsible for the sales and marketing of Granite Global Solutions Inc. of which McLarens Canada is one of six member companies. Koa holds more than 25 years experience in senior management roles and has developed and […]

November 30, 2009 | Last updated on October 1, 2024
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David Koa has been appointed executive vice president of sales and marketing for McLarens Canada.

Koa will also be responsible for the sales and marketing of Granite Global Solutions Inc. of which McLarens Canada is one of six member companies.

Koa holds more than 25 years experience in senior management roles and has developed and managed sales and marketing divisions for a number of national businesses. •

Beware of negligence lawsuits regarding property sale agreements

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