Micro Powders, Inc. Names John McAllister VP of Sales

Micro Powders, Inc. appoints John McAllister as vice president of sales for both the Industrial and Personal Care Divisions. With this promotion, McAllister will lead the entire sales organization at Micro Powders. He will develop strategies to achieve Micro Powders’ fiscal targets along with expansion into new markets.

In his 26-year career at Micro Powders, McAllister has bolstered sales and demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the company. His accomplishments allowed him to climb the ranks from regional sales manager (1998), to domestic sales  manager (2006), and most recently director of global sales – Industrial Division (2016).

McAllister’s experience in leading sales teams, coupled with product expertise and knowledge specific to various industries that utilize wax powders, has laid a strong foundation for success.

“I am excited and honored to transition into this new leadership role,” said McAllister. “I look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and success of Micro Powders.”

“John is a tremendous leader who developed an extremely successful sales program as director of sales for our Industrial Division,” said Gary Strauss, president and COO at Micro Powders. “We are eager for him to take this next step as vice president of sales and to lead our Personal Care Division. We know he will thrive in his new role.”

Prior to joining Micro Powders, McAllister worked in chemical distribution for Dar-Tech Inc., where he was a technical sales representative responsible for account management and new sales development for the coatings, graphic arts, and adhesives industries.