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Horizon Sales Welcomes Andre Kundert as New Sales Representative for Florida Territory
December 4, 2023 | Horizon SalesEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Horizon Sales is pleased to announce the newest addition to its team, Mr. Andre Kundert. Joining the company in November 2023, Andre brings with him two years of invaluable experience in surface mount technology (SMT) and a robust background in the electronics manufacturing industry.
Before joining Horizon Sales, Andre held a pivotal role as an SMT operator with a major automotive supplier, specializing in the production of printed circuit boards (PCB) crucial for automated driving, connectivity, and vehicle electrification. His expertise in ensuring high-quality PCBs aligns seamlessly with Horizon Sales’ commitment to delivering top-notch services and cutting-edge technology to its clientele.
Based in Orlando, FL, Andre is passionate about his profession and values spending quality time with family and friends. An avid enthusiast of outdoor activities, he enjoys fishing, golfing, and indulging in sports during his leisure time.
Horizon Sales President Dave Trail expressed his excitement about Andre’s addition to the team, stating, “Andre’s wealth of experience and dedication to excellence perfectly align with Horizon Sales’ core values. We are thrilled to welcome him aboard and are confident that his expertise will further elevate our service offerings in the Florida territory.”
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Your 2026 Business Playbook: Step 4: 2025 Operations and Quality Review: Fix What Slowed You Down
12/15/2025 | Dan Beaulieu, D.B. Management GroupLet’s have a grown-up conversation: You can build the best strategy in the world, pick brilliant target accounts, and forecast with precision. But if your operations and quality don’t back it up, none of it matters. Eventually, every PCB shop learns that you can’t sell your way out of operational chaos,