Viega names Eric Peterson Product and Sales Development Manager
Peterson will oversee Viega’s new Flushing Systems Technology division.
Viega LLC announced Eric Peterson as its product and sales development manager for its Flushing Systems Technology division.
In this position, Peterson is responsible for developing and launching Viega’s new in-wall flushing technology. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Peterson previously worked as vice president of sales at Gerber Plumbing Fixtures, wholesale division sales manager at Price Pfister INC and sales manager at Oatey Company.
“Eric has a motivational and decisive management style that makes him a natural fit for leading our initiatives in helping designers and architects think differently about their bathroom design options,” said Christian Geisthoff, vice president of market innovations. “We believe his ability to perform in high-profile executive roles will be an integral part of our success in moving forward with this new and exciting Flushing Systems Technology.”
Peterson earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Bradley University in Peoria, Ill. In his spare time, Peterson enjoys swimming and is an officer, national evaluator and mentor for USA Swimming.
The Viega Group, with a tradition of innovation for more than 115 years, has more than 4,000 employees worldwide and is among the leading manufacturers of pipe fitting installation technology. In metal press systems for industrial, commercial and residential projects, the company is the global market leader. In the U.S., Viega LLC employs nearly 500 people and offers more than 3,000 products. These include Viega ProPress for copper and stainless, Viega MegaPress for black iron pipe and Viega PEX Press systems in Zero Lead bronze and high-performance polymer. Viega also specializes in the design, production and installation of ProRadiant heating and cooling systems. For more information, visit www.viega.us.