August 14, 2007 -- Rhino Professional Labeling Tools has announced the hiring of Thomas (Taz) Cantrell for the position of U.S. north central regional sales manager. According to a press release, Cantrell brings to the position over 16 years of telecommunications experience, with nine years directly in sales and sales management.

"We are very excited to have Taz on our Rhino team," comments Ernie Racenet, global business unit director of RHINO. "Taz brings an excellent depth of experience in regional sales management, distribution and end user education in similar technology categories. This experience will allow him to have an immediate and substantial positive impact on our business."

Prior to joining Rhino, Cantrell held sales management positions with IDEAL Industries and Wavetek, and sales positions with Data Voice Supplies and Services and Nbase Communications. He also served in the U.S. Navy.

"Taz has many years experience not only growing key business accounts and sales, but also training and educating his sales teams, distributors, end users and even industry professionals," remarks Keith Smith, RCDD, strategic account manager with Rhino. "Rhino prides itself in the close relationships it has built with its customers, and education is a key component in those relationships. Taz's knowledge of the industry and personable demeanor will be essential in growing awareness of the Rhino brand while building and maintaining close customer ties."