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Brian Dikes Joins Basic Coatings Sales Team

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Apr 16, 2013
Brian Dikes

Brian DikesBrian Dikes has been hired as the new central states regional sales manager for Basic Coatings.

Dikes brings his experience with sales, purchasing and accounting to the position. Most recently, he worked for Sampco Companies, a manufacturer of sales and marketing tools for the building and flooring industries.

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