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Hartson Poland
Business Development - Plastic
Nelson Company
(908) 618-1476
Areas of Expertise
Plastic Pallets - Durable & One-Way
FDA Pallet Compliancy for Food and Pharma
Product Launch & Branding
New Business Development
Application Analysis
Plastic Pallet Custom Design
International Sales & Negotiations
Strategic Analysis & Planning
Market Development
Application Specific Sales Techniques 



Industry Experience and Engagement

Experience
Hartson started in the plastic pallet industry as a maintenance mechanic. In a year, Hartson was the Plant Manager. In five years, he was working on major accounts and negotiating raw material purchases, and in ten years he was running the company. Hartson’s extensive experience in the industry includes application analysis, product development and negotiating purchase orders with some of the largest companies in the world.  Hartson has had articles appear in several industry organs including Material Handing Product News and Pallet Enterprise.  With over 26 years in the plastic pallet industry, Hartson is ready willing and able to solve the most complex material handling challenges.
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