Gemstone Appoints Berheide Vice President of Sales
January 11, 2008 ELKHART, INDIANA- Gemstone Musical Instruments has named Bob Berheide as its new Vice President of Sales. Previously, Berheide served as the Gemstone’s National Sales Manager since 2006.
“I am honored to continue my work with this dynamic and forward-thinking company,” said Berheide.
“We are proud to give Bob a greater leadership role within our company,” said Dr. Gerardo Discepolo, President and CEO of Gemstone. He continues, “Under Bob’s direction, Gemstone has enjoyed tremendous success in a flat and challenging market. We have expanded our product lines and developed a cutting-edge sales force that complements the quality and value we offer to our dealers. ”
Prior to joining Gemstone Musical Instruments, Berheide came from a background in music education and worked as both a territory manager for The Selmer Company and National Sales Manager for Ludwig and Musser Percussion.
Gemstone Musical Instruments (www.gemstonemusical.com) is a leading provider of high quality musical instruments including Gemeinhardt Flutes, Roy Seaman Piccolos, Brio! Flutes, Stephanhouser Saxophones, Artisan Strings, Trevor James Woodwinds, Sankyo Flutes, W. Nirschl Brass and Weril Brass to serve a wide range of players, from students to professionals. For further information contact Mark Hutchens, Vice President of Marketing, P.O. Box 788, Elkhart, Indiana 46515, phone (574) 295-5280, ext 103.