Ipsen Announces New Vice President of Sales, Patrick McKenna
CHERRY VALLEY, IL — Ipsen USA is pleased to welcome the newest member of the Ipsen Team, Patrick McKenna as Vice President of Sales. He is replacing Art Tsubaki, who is now Managing Director of Ipsen Japan. Reporting to Geoffrey Somary, CEO of Ipsen USA and COO of Ipsen Group, McKenna is responsible for all new equipment and aftermarket sales. He is also a member of the Ipsen USA Executive Team and the global Ipsen Group Management Committee.
McKenna earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a master’s degree in manufacturing engineering (MME) from Northwestern University. Previously, McKenna was Vice President of the renowned Nevada Heat Treating, Inc. (including California Brazing), which specializes in the heat treating and brazing of critical components found at the heart of complex machines. As an active member of the company’s board of directors since 2002, McKenna was instrumental in their growth, helping the company increase revenues more than 15x.
McKenna has also served on the Metal Treating Institute (MTI) Board of Trustees since 2006 and has held the following positions: President Elect (2014), Treasurer (2013) and Membership Committee Chairperson (2008-2014). In addition, he was selected to serve on the MTI Furnaces North America Technical Program Committee in 2008 and 2010, during which he was chosen both years to be a moderator for their technical sessions. McKenna has received several awards from the MTI, including the President’s Award (2014) and the Heat Treater of the Year/Master Craftsman award (2011).
At Ipsen, McKenna’s responsibilities include managing the sales and distribution channels of all Ipsen equipment and aftermarket into the North and South American markets. McKenna’s vast heat-treating knowledge and industry experience, along with his proven ability to drive results and create growth, will be instrumental in continuing Ipsen’s mission to be a partner in their customers’ success.
About Ipsen
Ipsen designs and manufactures industrial vacuum furnaces, atmosphere furnaces and supervisory control systems for a wide variety of thermal processing markets, including: Aerospace, Commercial Heat Treating, Medical, Energy and Automotive. With production locations in Europe, America and Asia, along with representation in 34 countries, Ipsen is committed to providing support for customers worldwide. Choosing Ipsen means choosing a partner in success.
