Published May 11, 2022
The addition of Howard is a big step for the expansion of CPV into new territories that hold significant growth opportunities for the company’s valves and fittings.

Admiral Valve LLD dba CPV Manufacturing announced the appointment of Ryan Howard as regional sales manager, Gulf Coast region. He brings seven years of sales experience in the industrial market. Throughout his career, Howard has gained a great knowledge about valves and fittings used in industrial applications, specifically in the vast oil and gas and petrochemical industries. He obtained his bachelors in Business Administration and Marketing at Texas Statue University.
“Ryan’s aptitude, skill and confidence in the industry will make an excellent addition to our team at CPV,” said CEO and President, David London. “His background in distribution, manufacturing and sales will play a pivotal role in the growth and success of our company in the Greater Houston area.”
Howard will be the first employee at CPV hired for this position that will not be based out of Admiral Valve/CPV’s headquarters in Kennett Square, PA. The hiring of Howard is a monumental step for the expansion of CPV into new territories that hold significant growth opportunities for the company’s reliable valves and fittings.
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