BrassCraft names new VP

BrassCraft Manufacturing, a division of Masco, has promoted George Werner to the position of VP retail sales. In this position, Werner will direct retail sales strategies and initiatives in support of BrassCraft Manufacturing's business goals and sales targets. In addition to all retail sales, with the exception of The Home Depot, Werner's responsibilities include the retail and wholesale segments of business for BrassCraft service parts and Cobra products.

Werner began his career with Masco in 1994 as sales manager at Alsons Corp. He later joined BrassCraft in July 2005 as retail sales manager. Prior to this, he worked for Mueller Industries.

Headquartered in Novi, Mich., Brasscraft is a leading manufacturer of plumbing products for use in the new construction and repair/remodel markets. It operates manufacturing and distribution facilities around the world.