Lane Garris
About Lane Garris
Lane Garris serves as an Account Manager and Sales Representative at Tennant Company, where he has worked since 2011. He specializes in the sales of industrial cleaning equipment and has a strong background in business development and sales negotiation.
Work at Tennant Company
Lane Garris has been employed at Tennant Company since 2011, serving as an Account Manager and Sales Representative. In this role, he focuses on negotiating sales of capital equipment and developing new business opportunities. He specializes in managing and selling industrial cleaning equipment, particularly sweepers and scrubbers, directly from the factory. His tenure at Tennant spans over 13 years, during which he has contributed to the company's growth in the Charlotte, North Carolina area.
Previous Experience
Before joining Tennant Company, Lane Garris worked at Behr Process Corporation as a Pro Sales Representative from 2001 to 2011. He also held the position of Product Manager at John Deere from 1999 to 2001. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in sales and product management, enhancing his capabilities in the industrial equipment sector.
Education and Expertise
Lane Garris studied at Utica College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 1992 to 1994. He also attended Jefferson Community College, achieving an Associate's degree from 1990 to 1992. His educational background supports his expertise in sales and management within the industrial cleaning equipment industry.
Achievements in Sales
Lane Garris has received the Regional Industrial Sales Rep of the Year award four times, specifically in 2012, 2018, 2019, and 2021. He has also won the company incentive trip three times in 2012, 2019, and 2021. His consistent performance demonstrates a proven track record of exceeding sales goals across various markets while ensuring aftermarket support.