Lumber Liquidators (Toano, Va.) recently named James Costa vice president of international sales.
Costa will oversee the development and operation of the company's non-store, international sales efforts and will work closely with the Lumber Liquidators' marketing, merchandising and supply chain departments. He will report directly to Chief Marketing Officer Marco Pescara.
"We are extremely pleased to have an executive with James' knowledge and skills lead our efforts to promote Lumber Liquidators' industry-leading brands around the world," Pescara said. "James has more than 18 years of experience directing business development in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific. We plan to leverage our global buying expertise and private label brands as we develop an international sales force."
Mr. Costa most recently served as director of international sales for Overhead Door Corporation where he managed a network of more than 100 international dealers and distributors. Previously, he developed, implemented and directed international sales efforts for companies providing advanced wellness products, architectural building products and high-end plumbing, hardware and lighting.