Clark Seals Hires Jeff Thompson as Sales Manager

TULSA, OK, December 1, 2022

Clark Seals, a sealing technology company, announced today that Jeff Thompson has joined the company as Territory Sales Manager. In his new position, Thompson will manage sales operations in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Prior to joining Clark Seals, Thompson served as Industrial Manager at Parker Hannifin Rotary Seal Division where he successfully expanded sales and strengthened customer relationships. Before that, he served as Territory Sales Manager at JM Clipper and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Letourneau University.

"Jeff brings a wealth of industry knowledge and professionalism to our organization and will play an important role in our company's sales initiatives," commented Scott Zahn, Director of Business Development. "With more than 20 years of experience in the sealing industry and uncompromising integrity, I believe Jeff will quickly become a valued resource for manufacturers looking to improve supply of rubber and sealing products."

About Clark Seals: Founded in 1956, Clark Seals is a leader in elastomeric seal design and manufacturing for the Agriculture, Appliance, Automotive, Construction, Energy, Industrial, and Outdoor Power equipment industries. Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the company also has sales and engineering offices across several U.S. states.

Contact:
Scott Zahn, Director of Business Development
Clark Seals
szahn@clarkseals.com
(918) 664-0587

Clark Seals Hires Jesse Slagell as Director of Engineering

TULSA, OK, August 26, 2022

Clark Seals, a fluid sealing technology company, announced that Jesse Slagell has joined as Director of Engineering to oversee the company's engineering operations and initiatives.

Prior to joining, Slagell served as Senior Product Engineer for Parker Hannifin where he designed custom rotary seals for various applications including Automotive, Aerospace, Military, and Industrial. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, and Applied Science from LeTourneau University.

"Jesse brings a wealth of engineering expertise to our company," commented Scott Zahn, Director of Business Development. "His commitment to building a world-class seal engineering program will strengthen our products and services and play an important role in our company's future development."

Thomas Silvaroli Joins as Territory Sales Manager

TULSA, OK, January 1, 2018

Clark Seals announced that Thomas Silvaroli has joined as Territory Sales Manager to manage sales operations in Ohio, Michigan, and South Carolina.

Silvaroli previously worked at Freudenberg NOK managing the company's Automotive objectives before being promoted to Global Key Accounts Manager. He also spent 25 years at Parker Hannifin Seal Group and holds a Bachelor of Business from Kent State University.

"Tom is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced rotary shaft seal salesmen in the industry," commented Scott Zahn, Director of Business Development. "He has an impressive depth of product and equipment application expertise and will play an important role in our company's OEM growth initiatives."

Jim Wang Selected as Design Engineer

TULSA, OK, November 1, 2014

Clark Seals announced that Jim Wang has joined the team as a Seal Design Engineer. He will focus on improving engineering processes, streamlining efficiencies, and meeting the company’s growing engineering demands.

Clark Seals is Hiring Design Engineers

TULSA, OK, September 4, 2014

Clark Seals is actively seeking Seal Design Engineers to meet the market’s growing demand. Candidates with a degree in Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to send their resume to info@clarkseals.com.

Completion of $20M Shaft Seal Factory in Ningbo, China

TULSA, OK, December 23, 2012

Clark Seals announced the completion of its state-of-the-art shaft seal manufacturing facility in Ningbo, China. The ISO/TS certified facility features advanced automation, manufacturing, and testing equipment along with stringent quality control measures. With a capacity of 40 million pieces, Clark Seals Ningbo (CSN) is ready to meet high-volume OEM requirements.

"Clark Seals Ningbo is the first high-end shaft seal factory in China," commented Scott Zahn, Vice President of Operations. "CSN manufactures the same quality and consistency as the best Japanese and German factories, at a significantly reduced price, offering manufacturers in the US, Asia, and Europe a tremendous opportunity to improve quality and reduce costs."

Following successful factory audits, two leading appliance manufacturers have transitioned their entire seal production to CSN.

Julya Humphrey Selected as Accounting Controller

TULSA, OK, December 8, 2011

Clark Seals announced the appointment of Julya Humphrey as Accounting Controller. In this role, she will enhance accounting processes, streamline efficiencies, and strengthen the company's financial operations.

With over 25 years of experience, Julya has restructured accounting programs and software systems for previous employers such as Preston-Eastin and Ford Glass.

"Julya brings a wealth of accounting experience during a time of significant growth," commented Scott Zahn, Director of Sales. "She is a valuable addition to our management team, and I look forward to her leadership as we expand operations in North America and Asia."

Becky Burkholder Selected as Sales Representative

TULSA, OK, July 5, 2011

Clark Seals announced that Becky Burkholder has been named the Exclusive Sales Representative for Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. In her new role, she will promote and sell Clark Seals’ products to manufacturers in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Becky brings over 20 years of sales experience and previously managed a territory that grew to over $8 million. Her expertise in materials, part design, manufacturing processes, and supply chain management makes her a strong asset to the team.

"Becky brings a wealth of product knowledge and sales experience to our company," commented Scott Zahn, Director of Sales. "Her leadership will be instrumental as we expand our market presence and introduce our new factory."

Scott Zahn Joins as Director of Sales

TULSA, OK, March 11, 2011

Clark Seals announced that Scott Zahn has joined the company as Director of Sales. In this role, he will oversee all domestic sales divisions and manage the sales representative network.

Previously, Zahn served as Vice President of Retail Sales for Winston Company—expanding mass retail brands and deploying new product initiatives—and as President of Global Bearings, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Tulsa.