Thomas Nelson Announces Promotion of 20-Year Veteran
Rick Shear Promoted To Vice President of Christian Retail Key Account Sales
(Nashville, Tenn.) Thomas Nelson, Inc. announced today the promotion of Rick Shear to the position of Vice President, Christian Retail Key Account Sales. In his new role, Shear will lead the Christian Retail Key Account team and will be responsible for the cultivation and continued growth of this integral sales channel.
Shear began his career at Thomas Nelson over 20 years ago, working as a Field Sales Representative in Kansas. For the last eight years, he has worked in Key Accounts of the Christian Retail Sales division, most recently working as a Key Account Director.
“Over the last several years our Christian retail key accounts have grown significantly. In order to keep the momentum building in these accounts, we need a strong leader who knows their business and can focus solely on their needs,” said Gary Davidson, Senior Vice President of Christian Retail Sales and Nelson Ministries. “Rick’s extensive experience in publishing and retail has given him a wonderful background for this role. His servant leadership style has made him a favorite with customers and colleagues alike.”
A native of Muncie, Indiana, Shear is a graduate of Ohio State University. He and his wife, Rachel, reside in Greenbrier, Tennessee, and have six children and one grandchild. He also serves in the National Guard and is a member of the 129th Army Band.
“I am honored to serve in a leadership position at Thomas Nelson,” said Shear. “Thomas Nelson’s purpose is to inspire the world and I feel privileged to be able to use my gifts to fulfill this calling.”
Contact: Lindsey Nobles
Director of Corporate Communications
tel: (615) 902-1109
fax: (615) 902-1110
web: www.thomasnelson.com
e-mail: lnobles@thomasnelson.com
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