McHutchison and Pursell Announce New Sales and Director Hires

McHutchison Sales Representative Blair Gabalis (L) and Pursell Agri-Tech Director of NPK Sales Richard Newman (R).

Sales Representative Blair Gabalis (L) and Director of NPK Sales Richard Newman (R). | McHutchison and Pursell Agri-Tech

McHutchison and Pursell Agri-Tech have announced the following additions to their sales teams.

McHutchison Adds Blair Gabalis as New Sales Representative for Michigan and Wisconsin

McHutchison has announced the addition of Blair Gabalis as a new Sales Representative covering Michigan and Wisconsin.

Gabalis brings a wealth of experience in high-growth, customer-centric sales. With a background that includes leadership roles at Uber Eats and Packback, she has demonstrated a consistent ability to drive revenue growth, build strong client relationships, and deliver tailored, consultative solutions. Known for a hands-on approach and innovative strategies, Gabalis is excited to bring her energy and expertise to serve growers in the Midwest.

“Blair’s passion for relationship-building and proven ability to grow sales through smart, strategic engagement makes her a perfect fit for our team,” says Ken Turrentine, President of McHutchison. “She brings a fresh perspective and a strong track record of delivering results — two things that are essential in helping our customers succeed in today’s evolving market.”

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In her new role, Gabalis will support McHutchison customers with personalized service and horticultural solutions tailored to the unique needs of growers across Michigan and Wisconsin. She is eager to get to know the region and help customers reach their goals by building partnerships and providing thoughtful recommendations.

Richard Newman Joins Pursell Agri-Tech as Director of NPK Sales

Pursell Agri-Tech has announced Richard Newman as its Director of NPK Sales. In this role, Newman will play a key part in shaping and executing the overall strategy for NPKs, helping to strengthen product offerings and deliver innovative solutions to Pursell’s partners and customers.

“I’m excited to join the talented team at Pursell and contribute to the continued growth and innovation of the NPK portfolio,” says Newman. “There’s a great opportunity to bring fresh strategy and long-term value to our customers, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it.”

With almost 20 years of experience in the green industry, Newman brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in both distribution and manufacturing. A graduate of the University of Florida, he has built a career centered around managing product portfolios and driving strategic initiatives across the industry.

“Richard is already proving to be an asset to the Pursell team,” says Tim Ferguson, CEO of Pursell Agri-Tech. “His background, expertise, and experience in the industry alongside his valuable strategic insights will help amplify the impact of our innovative product portfolio and optimize our collaboration with customers and partners.”

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