Patrick Kelly
About Patrick Kelly
Patrick Kelly serves as the District Business Manager for Michigan GL1 at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in sales and technical management, having previously worked for companies such as Sterling Supply Co, Sandvik Coromant, and Seco Tools.
Work at Kennametal
Patrick Kelly has been employed at Kennametal since 2008, where he currently holds the position of District Business Manager for Michigan GL1. He has served in this role since 2017. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Senior Metalworking Sales Engineer for 16 years. His responsibilities include managing sales operations and developing business strategies within the metalworking sector.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Before joining Kennametal, Patrick Kelly held various positions in sales and technical management. He worked as a Sales Representative at Sandvik Coromant from 2006 to 2008 and at Seco Tools from 1994 to 2003. Additionally, he served as Technical Manager of District Accounts at Sterling Supply Co for one year in 2003 to 2004. His extensive experience in sales has contributed to his current role in business management.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Kelly studied at Eastern Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Marketing. His education spanned from 1989 to 2004, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and marketing strategies that he applies in his professional career.
Career Timeline
Patrick Kelly's career spans several key positions in the metalworking and sales industries. He began his career at Seco Tools, where he worked for nine years as a Sales Representative. After that, he transitioned to Sterling Supply Co and then to Sandvik Coromant, before joining Kennametal in 2008. His progression reflects a commitment to the field and a focus on building expertise in sales and business management.