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NORTH HAVEN, CT – September 24, 2024 – Summit Handling Systems, a leading provider of material handling equipment and warehouse solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robin Hettrick as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Robin will be responsible for overseeing Summit’s financial operations and driving the company’s strategic financial initiatives.
Hettrick brings more than 20 years of corporate finance and business operations expertise, with an impressive track record in financial leadership roles. She has held senior positions in various industries, including technology and manufacturing, most recently managing Finance at Eder Brothers, Inc. Her responsibilities have included managing a full spectrum of corporate finance functions such as financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, and treasury management. Hettrick’s success in driving strategic financial initiatives, improving process efficiency, and implementing business-transforming systems positions her perfectly to lead Summit’s financial strategy into its next phase of growth.
Summit President and CEO, Lawrence McKevitt, expressed his enthusiasm for Hettrick’s appointment, stating, “It is with great pleasure that I now introduce our new Chief Financial Officer, Robin Hettrick. After an extensive and rigorous selection process, Hettrick emerged as the ideal candidate to lead our financial strategy forward. Her vast experience and alignment with Summit’s core values make her exceptionally well-suited for this role.”
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Hettrick is an active member of her community in Wallingford, CT. She is involved in local charities such as the Wallingford Elks, Grange and Rotary Club, showcasing her commitment to giving back. In her spare time, Hettrick enjoys quilting and knitting, which reflects her passion for creativity and attention to detail.
Hettrick’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for Summit Handling Systems, as the company continues to expand its product offerings and strengthen its position as an industry leader.
About Summit Handling Systems, Inc.
Summit Handling Systems, Inc. is the region’s fastest-growing material handling equipment and warehouse solutions provider. Celebrating its 70th year in 2024, this family-owned business is the exclusive distributor for Toyota forklifts and material handling solutions in Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, the Hudson Valley, greater New York City and Long Island. Summit also represents Bobcat, Combilift, Taylor, Mariotti, Hangcha, Bendi, Drexel, Toyota Advanced Logistics, Nucor Warehouse Systems,, Interlake Mecalux, Tri-Boro Shelving, warehouse Structures, MetalWare, Slate River Systems, Inc, Southworth, MacRak, and more.