Green Industry Veteran Nick Jiannas Joins Kress Commercial as VP of Dealer Sales and Operations

Kress Commercial has announced the appointment of Nick Jiannas as Vice President of Kress Dealer Sales and Operations. Jiannas brings a wealth of industry experience, having spent 26 years with Stihl, where he served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Most recently, he led the end-user engagement division of Stanley Black & Decker’s outdoor-independent retail network.

A Proven Industry Leader

“Nick is a seasoned leader who has excelled in nearly every aspect of the OEM sector throughout his three-decade career,” said Michael Jones, President and CEO of Positec North America, Kress’ parent company. “He has a proven track record of building strong partnerships with dealers, operating with integrity and transparency, and earning the trust of independent business owners across the U.S. He is an excellent fit for our culture, and I am excited to see the impact he will have on Kress’ continued growth.”

Bringing Extensive Experience to Kress

Jiannas’ expertise spans dealer onboarding, warehousing and logistics, field testing, and product and channel management. He has also led regional and national sales teams. At Kress, he will oversee the U.S. sales team with a focus on expanding the company’s dealer network and strengthening relationships with both new and existing partners.

“Kress is blending innovation—in products, technology, and service models—with a strong commitment to independent dealers, who I believe are the backbone of our industry. This unique balance makes Kress an exciting place to be, and I am eager to contribute to its continued success,” Jiannas stated. “The industry is undergoing a significant transformation, presenting a golden opportunity for Kress to redefine the future. The brands that dominated yesterday will not necessarily be the leaders of tomorrow, and I am thrilled to be part of a company that is positioning itself as a true market innovator.”