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Arleen Key-Presson Continues the Reign of Spray King Manufacturing
The queen of Spray King sits down with Cambridge Who's Who to discuss her late husband's legacy and what makes her company the leading manufacturer of spray machines
FRESNO, CA, December 20, 2010 /Building and Construction PR News/ --"I've done everything in this shop but assemble, paint and weld," so laughs Arleen Key-Presson, president of Spray King Mfg., Inc. A thoroughly hands-on business owner, the affable Ms. Key-Presson is characterized by an enthusiasm for her industry, a devotion to her employees and a steadfast love for her company - all of these, extensions of a brilliant, beloved husband who built a company founded upon invention and innovation.
Conceptualized by Don Presson, Spray King Manufacturing began as a small "backyard business" in 1957. Diligently fabricating spray machines at his home in California, Mr. Presson honed his manufacturing skills until he formally established Spray King Manufacturing in 1966. With a background in drywall contracting, he held important insight into the needs of the construction industry, especially with regard to spray machines. "When Don designed these machines, he designed them with the drywall contractor in mind, to help him do a better job [and] a faster job, save him money and have him make money," states Ms. Key-Presson. Prior to his passing in January 2009, Mr. Presson continued to pursue developments in spray rigs and even worked on a remote control that accelerates or slows pump speed. Beams Ms. Key-Presson, "[My husband] loved this company...He liked to come here and invent, and that was one of the things he was just brilliant at."
In an effort to preserve and honor her husband's memory, Ms. Key-Presson took the helm of Spray King Mfg. Inc. in 2009. No one was better suited to oversee all aspects of the business. Having worked alongside Mr. Presson for 33 years, she is specialized in the manufacturing and operation of acoustic drywall texture spray machines and hydraulic equipment used in spraying applications including heat fill, fireproofing, cool deck, pool finish, waterproofing and acoustic texture. In addition to managing operations, Ms. Key-Presson is in charge of advertising, marketing, accounting and staffing. She also works one-on-one with clients and provides consulting services.
Customer service is integral to the success of Spray King. It has acquired a reputation for manufacturing machines that are tailored to customers' specific requirements and which are simple to operate, maintain and repair. Because it is a company built on family values, clients and staff alike are treated like family, too. One of the group's stalwarts is Marco-Anthony Rodriguez, who took a job in the parts department at age 20 and rose through the ranks to become vice president and sales manager. He declares, "We here [are] like family. I think that's why our company is very successful...[If] somebody needs our help, we're there for them."
In an earlier interview with Cambridge Publishing, Ms. Key-Presson conveyed pride in her ability to continue her husband's legacy. She works tirelessly to stay current with technological advancements and continuously improve on the products provided by Spray King. Ms. Key-Presson holds licensure in drywall installation and completed industry-related training. Hard work and a desire to continue running the company in the same fashion as her husband did are the factors that drive her. This year, Ms. Key-Presson was named Cambridge Publishing's Professional of the Year representing Business Management. Such an honor is reserved for Cambridge Publishing's most accomplished members.
Given all that she has overcome, Ms. Key-Presson is more determined than ever to keep Spray King Manufacturing at the head of the pack, even through present economic woes. She says, emphatically, "Spray King is here to stay. We will do everything in our power to keep going and not let this economy beat us."
Spray King Manufacturing supplies customers with machines for a wide variety of spraying applications. All machines are guaranteed for up to one year from the date of purchase and carry manufacturer's warranties for engines, compressors, tires, batteries and hydraulic parts. For additional information, please visit http://www.spraykingmfg.com.
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