ROCKLEDGE, Fla. – PIRTEK USA announced the appointment of Nick Ridgway as new franchise development manager. With more than 15 years of leadership-level sales experience, Ridgway was promoted from the regional sales manager position he has held at PIRTEK USA since October 2016.

“I’ll be working to expand our national footprint and our brand,” Ridgway said. “I’ve spent the last few years gaining valuable insights while meeting with the franchise owners, getting a solid understanding of the markets we serve and promoting PIRTEK USA’s products and services. That experience has effectively prepared me for my new work of expanding the PIRTEK USA franchise opportunity into new markets across the country.”

Ridgway began his sales management career in 2002 when he took a position with a nationally known lawn service franchise. He also worked in a sales leadership position with another prominent company in lawn service before joining PIRTEK USA. He has a strong history in recruitment, training, and business development.

PIRTEK USA specializes in hydraulic and industrial hose service through its locations throughout the country.