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Juki Automation Systems Promotes Greg Lefebvre to National Sales Manager
March 2, 2023 | Juki Automation Systems (JAS), Inc.Estimated reading time: Less than a minute

Juki Automation Systems (JAS), Inc., a world-leading provider of automated assembly products and systems and subsidiary of Juki Corporation, announced that Greg Lefebvre has been promoted to National Sales Manager.
“Juki is extremely honored to announce this well deserved promotion. Greg has demonstrated amazing creativity, work ethics, and customer consultation skills,” stated Bill Astle, President & CEO. “He has exceled at Juki Automation Systems by using deep industry knowledge combined with stellar sales, engineering, and business acumen. His strategic planning, execution, and harmonious approach to sales ensures we all keep a keen eye on the prize, and stay laser focused moving forward regardless of the challenge.”
Lefebvre has more than 30 years of experience managing inside/outside personnel, marketing objectives and sales performance for North and South America. He has a strong track record for helping Juki win new business and optimizing customer retention with top decision makers through relationship building, trust and knowledge of the product line.
An experienced sales executive, Lefebvre has held roles with respected companies including Motorola and Speedline Technologies. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering from Purdue University.
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