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Karen and Twan Bentlage
President and CEO who started Future in 1990.
Karen is a board member of the ITA and the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from Island Sun Times in 2006.
Twan brings his many years of expertise in the lighting industry from Holland to the U.S. Together they are two of most well-respected business owners in the tanning industry.
karenb@futureindustries.com
twanb@futureindustries.com |
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Michele Katz
Chief Operating Officer
Since October 2001
Joined Future with 12 years of experience in the Cosmetic Industry. She is an avid golfer and strong supporter of UConn's womens basketball program
michelek@futureindustries.com |
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Leslee Norko
Office Manager
Since May 1995
Has over 20 years experience in a corporate atmosphere and enjoys decorating, playing golf and especially spending time with family and friends
lesleen@futureindustries.com |
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Todd Barretta
Controller
Since April 2007
Worked in the Accounting field for 6 years. Likes to travel and spend quality time with his family and friends.
toddb@futureindustries.com |
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Thomas Ettore
Director of Technical Service
Since March 2003
Combination of 8 years experience in management of all types of technical services. If not on the tennis court, you may find him in the fitness center
thomase@futureindustries.com |
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Alyson Hartshorn
Service Manager/Purchasing
Executive Assistant
Since December 2004
Worked in the administrative/management field for over 10 years. Loves being a new mom and enjoys scrapbooking.
alysonh@futureindustries.com
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Erin Iversen
Receptionist
Since November 2007
A recent graduate of URI with a major in Communications. When not at work, she enjoys football, baseball, fashion and shopping
erini@futureindustries.com |
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Melissa McConnell
Executive Assistant
Since February 2007
Relocated from Worcester, MA Melissa has a background in communications support. Outside of work, she enjoys acting
melissam@futureindustries.com |
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Amy Scott
Marketing Coordinator
Since August 2007
Recently graduate of WCSU majoring in Interactive Marketing. Enjoys cheerleading, scrapbooking & spending time with family and friends.
amys@futureindustries.com |
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Sal Sforza
Technology Manager
Since October 2006
Worked as an IT consultant. If not hiking or skiing, you can find him riding his Harley Davidson
sals@futureindustries.com |
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Lorraine Tesla
Accounts Receivable
Since September 2001
Worked in the accounting field for over 15 years. When not at work, she likes to read, attend high school basketball games and watch reality television
lorrainet@futureindustries.com |
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Debbie Vinhais
Senior Sales Support
Since June 1999
Was involved for many years in the printing industry as a typographer, is a huge fan of women's college basketball, especially UConn. Also enjoys attending CT Sun WNBA games
debbiev@futureindustries.com |
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Randi Phaneuf
Director of Customer Relations
Since November 1999
Brought 10 years of sales and consulting experience from the corporate world. Relishes a nice day at the beach and quality time with family
randip@futureindustries.com |
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David Durgy
Senior Customer Relations Specialist
Since December 2002
In retail and retail management for 20 years. Devoted Red Sox fan and is also a woodworking enthusiast
davidd@futureindustries.com |
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Ashley Loomis
Customer Relations Specialist
Since April 2006
Associated with several aspects of the beauty industry. Relaxes on road trips with family and friends and superb at the shooting range
ashleyl@futureindustries.com |
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Stacey Marotto
Customer Relations Specialist
Since September 2007
Recent graduate of WCSU, worked in a retail environment and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
staceym@futureindustries.com |
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John Burr
Salon Consultant
Since November 2002
Was involved with Business Administration for over 3 years. an outdoors type of guy - excels in big-game hunting, boating and fishing
johnb@futureindustries.com |
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David Graham
Salon Consultant
Since February 2003
Came with 10 years of selling experience in the tanning industry. Enjoys the excitement of sports but also the calming effect of music
davidg@futureindustries.com |
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James Whipple
VP of Equipment Sales
Since June 2000
Has been in the tanning industry for over 8 yrs, and has helped open hundreds of
successful salons in the united states. Enjoys relaxing in the Caribbean, and spending
time with his family.
jamesw@futureindustries.com |
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Lorraine Borowy
Salon Consultant
Since July 2003
Carries 5 years of sales management experience in the distributor industry. If not spending quality time at the athletic club, will be enjoying it with good friends
lorraineb@futureindustries.com |
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Doreen Crescimano
Salon Consultant
Since March 2006
Involved and helped train in the hair salon business for over 10 years. Actively involved in the 16th century historial reenactment including creating the costumes
doreenc@futureindustries.com |
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Kendall Deorio
Salon Consultant
Since October 2007
Worked in the travel industry for over 17 years. Loves movies, cooking and travel. Also enjoy being a Mom.
kendalld@futureindustries.com |
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Gina Palazzolo
Salon Consultant
Since March 2006
Managerial position in the retail business world. Enthusiastic Yankee fan as well as a strong supporter of Peewee and Little League
ginap@futureindustries.com |
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Dana Pato
Salon Consultant and Assistant to VP of Equipment Sales
Since April 1999
Had been in the administrative automotive field for several years. Enjoys a drink with frinds, the casino & spending time with family and friends. Is also a big Yankees fan
danapato@futureindustries.com |
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Toni Rodriguez
Senior Salon Consultant
Since November 1998
Bringing years of selling and consulting experience in the beauty industry. Receives great pleasure watching and participating in children's sporting events
tonir@futureindustries.com |
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Alyssa Turley
Salon Consultant
Since February 2007
Has been in the tanning industry for 5 years. Enjoys tennis, church activities and spending time with her family.
alyssat@futureindustries.com |
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Warehouse and Service
Pictured from L-R are: Nick Carden, Victor Santiago, Pat Carey, Marsha Cohen, John Kristy, Joan DeAngelo, Josie Kovalik, DJ Bonzagni. Front row: Jesse Jacovino, James Walker and Warehouse Manager Denis Bonzagni. Missing are: Jason Seaholm, Jamie Zimmerman, Chris Davin, Jordan Weinstein, TJ Comerford
denisb@futureindustries.com |