
DEKALB, IL – October 12, 2009 – Cavoure Advisors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey A. Christensen to the position of Vice President Sales, Protexic Brands. Previously, Mr. Christensen served as Vice President Sales for Austin based Microstaq, Inc.
Christensen has more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and general management positions. Prior to joining Microstaq in 2003, Jeff served as Director, Americas Feedback Business Unit within the Controls Division of the Danaher Corporation. Before joining Danaher, Mr. Christensen spent 17 years within the controls businesses of the General Electric Company. At GE, Jeff progressed through a variety of sales and marketing assignments. In his final role at GE, Christensen Served as President & Chief Executive Officer, Controls for GE Fanuc.
Christensen holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Baylor University.
Although the Tegrant name was established in 2007, the roots of its portfolio of brands can be traced back over 40 years to some of the pioneering companies in protective, thermal and consumer packaging. Today, Tegrant maintains facilities in over 20 states and Mexico, and many of its employees are considered leading experts in the markets they serve.
Tegrant's focus is on providing single-source access to a broad range of packaging materials and solutions. Tegrant is composed of four business units: Protexic Brands is the largest and longest operating molder of engineered foam components in North America; ThermoSafe Brands is a world leader in temperature assurance solutions; Alloyd Brands is the largest manufacturer of thermoformed packaging for the retail market; and Building Products Group a leading manufacturer of insulated concrete forms.
Tegrant is owned by Metalmark Capital, a leading private equity firm.
Cavoure Advisors is a senior level, retained executive search firm based in Chicago, Illinois. Cavoure emphasizes value creation for its clients, extraordinary levels of quality and client service, and a thoughtful, consultative approach. The firm focuses on the recruitment of board directors, chief executive officers, general managers, and senior functional leaders in finance, supply chain, sales & marketing, and human resources. Cavoure serves a broad range of clients nationwide, with an emphasis on consumer products, industrial products, and wholesale distribution.
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