Braxton-Bragg names new CFO

Braxton-Bragg, the distributor of tools for the stone and tile industry, named Patrik Knudsen as new CFO. He replaces retiring CFO Dave Jester, who has more than a decade with the company.

“Patrik comes to Braxton-Bragg with a proven track record of managing profitability and eliminating inefficiencies,” says Braxton-Bragg CEO Rick Stimac. “This strategic financial expertise and leadership will maximize our ability to provide our customers with world-class service.”

Knudsen’s most recent experience includes a short stint as Ceramaspeed CFO, and prior to that, he was CFO for HTC, Inc. for a decade. HTC is a global leader in supplying concrete grinding and polishing equipment.

“During their twenty-fifth anniversary year, Braxton-Bragg has partnered with many new manufacturers to expanded its breadth of products, including large equipment,” said Knudsen. “This growth makes now the perfect time to take a more strategic and streamlined approach to finances, and I am happy to lead this effort with a capable team.”