Aug. 2, 2011 - Teleflora has announced that Jeff Bennett has been promoted to President, effective August 15. Bennett, who had been the company’s Executive Vice President, Sales and Member Services, replaces Shawn Weidmann, who is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.
“We are delighted to have found a new president within the company,” said Tom Butler, Chairman, Teleflora “Jeff has been with Teleflora for seven years and has the familiarity and understanding of the needs of the business, Teleflora’s member florists and the issues facing the floral industry.”
Butler added that Bennett is a natural choice to head the company, thanks to his proven operations and leadership skills. “Jeff has done a tremendous job leading our sales force, florist customer service and Stems & Bunches program,” said Butler. “He is committed to continuing to developing programs and services that help make member florists successful while remaining the only major wire service that doesn’t offer drop-ship.”
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