Motion Names Cleland SVP, Strategy and Markets

Motion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts, and a provider of industrial technology solutions, named Chris Cleland to senior vice president of Strategy & Markets, effective immediately.

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Cleland’s career spans more than 25 years in consulting, strategy, marketing, branding, e-commerce, business development and transformation. In his previous role as Principal Consultant at Cummings Creative Group (CCG), for the past 20 years, he led multiple successful initiatives across several industry verticals, driving growth and innovation for clients — including 12+ years consulting with Motion on marketing and strategy projects. Before his time with CCG, Mr. Cleland gained valuable experience as President/Owner of LithoSigns and as a Sales Manager with Citadel Broadcasting. 

In his new role, Mr. Cleland will lead Motion’s strategy development for its business groups, plus the e-commerce and digital teams. He will report to James Howe, Motion’s Executive Vice President – Chief Commercial Officer/Chief Technology Officer.

“Chris brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our team,” said Howe. “His impressive track record in innovation and transformation makes him a perfect fit for guiding our company wide strategic planning process and shaping our future growth and success. We look forward to an exciting journey ahead.”