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PDQ Names Business Development Manager SW

Patterson's experience includes owning five washes featuring PDQ equipment

DE PERE, Wis. -- PDQ Manufacturing Inc., has named Rob Patterson as its new business development manager for the southwestern United States.

Based in Houston, Patterson is responsible for helping PDQ distributors serve customers throughout Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. He joined PDQ in mid May.

Among Patterson's responsibilities are providing distributors and wash owners with assistance in assessing markets, evaluating potential sites, selecting the best equipment for their needs, developing their wash businesses and [image-nocss] maximizing their return on investment.

Patterson's 15-year career in sales of high-tech equipment includes experience with Lucent Technologies and Cisco Systems. His experience also includes owning and operating five vehicle washes that feature PDQ equipment.

PDQ's vice president of distribution, David Wingert, said, We at PDQ are excited to have Rob as part of our team. His expertise with advanced technology and his experience as a wash business owner enable Rob to understand and address the needs of distributors and customers alike.

De Pere, Wis.-based PDQ offers vehicle wash systems, support and products. Brands include LaserWash In-Bay Automatics, MaxAir Dryers, Access Customer Management Systems and SpectraWash+ Conveyorized Tunnel Systems.

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