Integra Optics Hires Two Account Executives!

LATHAM, N.Y., September 21^st, 2015 – Integra Optics, a leading global carrier of fiber optic components and one of the fastest-growing companies in N.Y. State’s Capital Region, continues to expand their business with the hiring of two new Account Executives this week: Ken Oakley, and Alaina Nash.

Oakley will be based in the Indianapolis market, and he will use his significant experience in the telecom industry to grow Integra Optics’ business with some of the fastest-growing network service providers in the central part of the country. Oakley’s deep-seeded relationships with customers, along with his solid understanding of the market will help Integra Optics to significantly expand their customer base throughout the central region. Oakley will also play a key role in continuing to deliver personalized service to existing customers within his region.

Nash, who is based in the Denver market, will be focusing on growing Integra Optics’ business with some of the largest ISPs, CLECs, ILECs and MSOs in the country. She will also be delivering personalized service to current customers in her region.

“Both Ken and Alaina are geographically positioned in two very strategic areas, allowing us to be closer to our customers and to continue delivering the outstanding service levels our customers are accustomed to,” says the Vice President of Sales, Dan Maynard. “They are a great cultural fit for our team and we look forward to seeing them develop at Integra.”

Oakley has an extensive background in sales and sales management with companies such as Dasan Networks USA, Hitachi Systems, Calix, and Adtran. In addition, Oakley has held leadership positions with Walker & Associates, Alltel Supply, and Contel. He earned an Associate Degree from Victor Valley Junior College in Victorville, CA and has attended numerous sales, marketing, and sales management programs throughout his career. Ken currently resides in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Nash comes to Integra Optics with an extensive background in sales, sales management, sales training, and market development positions with companies such as Comcast, Philips Sonicare, and Black & Decker. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Colorado and currently lives north of Denver in Arvada, Colorado.

About Integra Optics

Integra Optics is the nation’s fastest-growing fiber optics solutions provider and the #2 fastest-growing company in New York State’s Capital Region, according to the 2014 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies. Integra Optics has earned national recognition for its industry standard optical transceivers that are compatible with virtually all network platforms. Its deep portfolio of high-performance optical equipment also includes passives, fiber jumpers, and testing equipment. Integra Optics was voted a 2015 Top Workplace in the Albany-based Times Union newspaper, and is also the home for Toys-for-Tots in the Capital Region. Check out their website at IntegraOptics.com.