KMS Group Names Hibbard New Sales Manager

Koch Membrane Systems, Inc., a developer and manufacturer of membranes and membrane filtration systems, has hired Derek Hibbard as the new Central and Northeastern USA sales manager for its food, dairy, and beverage group. Hibbard will be responsible for driving future business growth and managing customer relations.

"We are pleased to have Derek on the KMS team and are confident that his experience in the food and dairy industry, combined with a strong background in membrane systems and product applications, will enable him to provide our customers with cost-effective membrane solutions that improve their bottom line," said John Morrison, senior vice president of sales and marketing for KMS.

Hibbard brings to the company more than 11 years of project and technical sales experience in the area of membrane filtration systems and fluid processing facilities. Most recently, Hibbard was vice president of Membrane System Specialists, Inc. and responsible for project development and technical support, predominantly in dairy and food manufacturing applications.