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PROSOCO hires Breska as regional sales manager for the Northeast

John Breska, the newest regional sales manager for PROSOCO, has been hired to serve the U.S. Northeast and eastern Canadian provinces, a territory previously covered by Tom Lane.

Breska brings more than two decades of experience to the position, with specializations in construction chemicals, concrete repair, waterproofing and concrete polishing. He previously worked in sales positions at Kenseal Construction Products, Waldo Brothers and Vexcon Chemical. He also is the former owner of Pilgrim Construction Reps, an independent sales rep firm, and worked as a foreman for Wells Restoration.

From his homebase in Plymouth, Mass., Breska will support customers in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

“John’s particular experience and skills offer enormous value to project teams in New England and all across the U.S. Northeast and eastern Canada,” said Al Morris, national sales manager at PROSOCO. “I’m not surprised that John has hit the ground running and is already offering our customers the quality of support that we pride ourselves in providing at PROSOCO. We’re lucky to have John’s talents on our team.”

Breska lives with his wife of 19 years, Monica, 15-year-old son, Shane, and 3-year-old dog, Cooper. He can be reached at john.breska@prosoco.com or 860-593-3372.

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