Ruppenthal Leads OMAX North American Sales

KENT, Wash. – Michael Ruppenthal is the new vice president of North American sales for OMAX Corp.

RuppenthalRuppenthal, a 15-year veteran of the abrasive-waterjet industry, takes over for recent OMAX retiree John Bergstrom, who remains a consultant for the waterjet manufacturer.

“This is a great opportunity to work with the industry leader in abrasive waterjet technology,” said Ruppenthal.

During much of his professional career, Ruppenthal developed and initiated sales and marketing strategies. He has also served as a consultant within the machine-tool industry for client companies involved in welding, fabricating and machining.

“We are very excited to have Mike on board and are confident he will greatly contribute to the company’s continued sales growth,” said Dr. John Cheung, president of OMAX. “Mike brings with him established industry experience, strong leadership skills and a strategic sales approach. We look to Mike to incorporate many new ideas and concepts and apply them to the OMAX sales framework.”

Ruppenthal holds an MBA from the University of Washington in Seattle, and a BA from Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colo.