Doug Kafka
About Doug Kafka
Doug Kafka is the Specification Sales Director at Lutron Electronics in the Greater New York City Area, with extensive experience in sales management and a background in electrical engineering and business management.
Current Position at Lutron Electronics
Doug Kafka currently holds the position of Specification Sales Director at Lutron Electronics in the Greater New York City Area. He has been in this role since October 2019. In this capacity, he focuses on developing and managing sales specifications for a range of products, bringing his expertise to leadership and strategic planning within the organization.
Additional Roles at Lutron Electronics
Alongside his role as Specification Sales Director, Doug Kafka also serves as National Sales Manager at Lutron Electronics. His extensive responsibilities include overseeing national sales strategies, client relationship management, and driving sales growth across different markets in the United States.
Previous Experience at Lutron Electronics
Before ascending to his current positions, Doug Kafka worked as a Sales Manager at Lutron Electronics from 2008 to 2016. During these eight years, he developed a strong foundation in sales management, which enabled him to take on more advanced roles within the company. His contributions during this period were pivotal in shaping his career trajectory.
Experience at Toshiba International Corporation
Doug Kafka spent 13 years, from 1994 to 2007, at Toshiba International Corporation in Houston, Texas. In his role as Senior Sales, he honed his skills in salesmanship and customer engagement within the electronics industry. This experience solidified his expertise and prepared him for future leadership roles.
Educational Background
Doug Kafka earned his MBA from The University of Connecticut School of Business, where he studied Management from 2006 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University, completed between 1989 and 1994. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in both technical and business disciplines.