Fred Loomis Joins Dante Valve as Senior Technical Sales Executive

Norfolk, VA, January 15, 2024 – Dante Valve is pleased to announce the appointment of Fred Loomis as Senior Technical Sales Executive. With more than three decades of experience in the maritime industry, Fred will be instrumental in advancing Dante Valve’s mission to provide superior products and services to the maritime and shipyard sectors.

A 1986 graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Fred brings an impressive background to his new role. He began his career as a tug captain for Reinauer Transportation Companies, LLC., where he spent ten years honing his maritime expertise. Fred’s extensive experience continued with W&O Supply, a leading maritime fittings supplier, where he held several positions from 1998 to 2024, ultimately serving as Vice President of Sales. His experience in sales, technical operations, and client relations positioned him as a key leader in the maritime industry.

In addition to his sales and operational expertise, Fred has nearly 30 years of experience as a coastal pilot, safely guiding commercial and industrial vessels from sea to shore. This wealth of practical, hands-on knowledge allows Fred to offer a unique perspective on the needs of maritime clients and deliver tailored technical solutions.

As Senior Technical Sales Executive at Dante Valve, Fred will leverage his extensive background to help clients meet their technical requirements while ensuring the continued excellence of Dante Valve’s product offerings. His in-depth knowledge of maritime operations will be key to driving innovation and maintaining superior service for the company’s diverse customer base.

“Fred’s wealth of experience and deep understanding of maritime operations make him a perfect fit for our team,” said Lisa Dante Papini, CEO of Dante Valve. “We are confident that his expertise will play a pivotal role in strengthening our relationships with clients and ensuring that Dante Valve continues to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the maritime industry.”

About Dante Valve

Dante Valve is a full-service manufacturer, distributor, and VR™ certified repair facility of valves and related products for the industrial and military markets. Headquartered in Long Beach, CA, with West Coast and East Coast production facilities in Bellflower, CA, and Norfolk, Virginia, respectively, Dante Valve is dedicated to meeting the highest standard of manufacturing and distribution quality, with industry-leading production, customer service, and order fulfillment. The privately held company, founded in 1960, offers premium products and provides outstanding customer service.

You can learn more about Dante Valve on their website at https://dantevalve.com/

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