Elgin, IL (PRWEB) May 13, 2006 -- Paulsen Productions Inc. an internationally recognized professional development and leadership training organization, announces the appointment of Richard Hume-Purdie as the new vice president of international sales, based in São Paulo, Brazil. In this position, he will be responsible for business development and sales to the international market, primarily in Brazil with an additional focus on expanding into the UK, Saudi Arabian and Australian markets.
Hume-Purdie joined Paulsen Productions, Inc. in 2004 as vice president of east coast sales, in the U.S. While there he was responsible for business development and sales working with multiple clients.
Previously, Hume-Purdie worked in the international arena helping Fortune 100 companies transform into aggressive marketing and sales organizations, eventually running subsidiaries of top global organizations. He began focusing on training in 1997, when he joined a New York company to help executives increase their communication effectiveness.
"Richard and I have known each other for more than 10 years. He has an excellent track record in building businesses in new markets and we are confident he can successfully introduce our programs and methodology to multinationals and large national organizations in Brazil to increase their success in English-speaking audience situations," says Gerald Paulsen, president/CEO of Paulsen Productions.
Current clients in Brazil include the Association of Brazilian Cosmetology, AMCHAM, Arch Chemical and many other Fortune 1000 companies.
Founded in 1994, Paulsen Productions Inc. offers series of customized development programs to help professionals in all levels communicate and lead more effectively. Programs include "Presentation Skills DynamicsTM," "Extreme SalesSM," "Trade Show TacticsSM" and "Education ImpressionsSM."
"Education ImpressionsSM" provides leadership programs for elementary through high school students designed to build self-esteem, motivation, and the power to stay away from drugs and alcohol. Hume-Purdie will work with Paulsen to offer these programs to American Graded schools in São Paulo and the central region of Brazil.
For more information about Paulsen Productions Inc. and it various programs, or to book Gerald Paulsen as a keynote motivational speaker or conference presenter call 847. 529.5201.
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Press Contact: Cheryl Kaspar
Company Name: Paulsen Productions, Inc.
Email: ckaspar@paulsenproductionsinc.com
Phone: 847.529.5201
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