Published September 17, 2012

ValvTechnologies Names Krause as Director of Global Human Resources

(HOUSTON, TX) – Sept. 17, 2012 ValvTechnologies, Inc., manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions, has named Jill Krause as director of global human resources, announced company president Kevin Hunt.


Krause has more than 20 years of human resource management expertise with a specialization in global manufacturing operations. She joins ValvTechnologies from Vinmar International, Ltd., a petrochemicals company, where she served as global director, human resources. In that role, she was responsible for setting and overseeing the strategic direction in the development and execution of all human resource operations for approximately 27 countries.

“In order to be successful, it is paramount for us to display a strong team effort and exceptional core leadership,” said Hunt. “Jill is well-respected for her integrity and expertise in workforce management; we will definitely leverage that to benefit our company.”

Krause holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Additionally, she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BBA in Business Management and a focus in Entrepreneurism from Northwood University.

Recently, Krause was named as a 2011-2012 Woman of the Year by the National Association of Professional Women. In addition, she was named a 2011-2012 Professional of the Year in Human Resources by the Cambridge Who’s Who for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in human resources.

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, ValvTechnologies is the leading manufacturer of zero-leakage, severe service isolation valve solutions. Employing more than 500 people worldwide, our offices are located in the United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, China, Middle East, India, Australia and South America. In addition, ValvTechnologies partners with stocking distributors and independent representatives to service customers around the world. To find out more about the products and services offered or to locate a representative, visit our website at www.valv.com.

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