FT LAUDERDALE, FL- John Otto has been hired as the vice president of sales and marketing for North and South America sales of the Guhdo Gmaxx brand of saw blades, router bits and other cutting tools.
Otto has more than 26 years of experience in the tool and woodworking market. He previously held the position of vice president of Wholesale for Rockler Companies and was responsible for the growth and management of the JET and Powermatic brands for WMH Tool Group.
“We are delighted to have secured the appointment of John; he brings with him a wealth of experience across the target sectors for Guhdo Inc. His knowledge of the industry will help to open up new opportunities to our Global Group,” said David Kerr, Guhdo/Dimar Group vice president of marketing.
The U.S. distribution office of Guhdo Gmaxx is based in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Karen M. Koenig has more than 25 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As Editor-in-Chief of Wood & Wood Products, Karen’s primary responsibilities include spearheading the writing, editing and coordinating of the editorial content of the publication, along with the Red Book resource guide and the Red Book online source and supply directory (
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