KCS Int’l Rehires 100 Employees, Orders Pick-Up
KCS International, Inc., the parent company of Cruisers Yachts and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts, rehired 100 employees to work on new orders for both brands. As the company began the year with 100 employees, the upturn in the economy and increased sales in domestic, Asian and Latin America markets have made it possible for former employees to return. “The growth we have already seen this year has us very optimistic,” said Mark Pedersen, president of KCS International, Inc. “The months ahead are looking quite bright as we re-establish ourselves as one of the world’s leading yacht manufacturers.
KCS Int’l Recalls Workers, New Boat Model
KCS International, Inc., the parent company of Cruisers Yachts and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts, announced it has hired back 100 of its employees to work on new orders for both brands, and to help complete the 2011 prototype of the 470 Cruisers Yachts Sports Coupe. The new model, set to debut this summer, will come standard with Volvo Penta IPS, Cruisers Yachts’ signature walk-through windshield and other features set to be announced later this year. “Although the past year has been pretty rough on the boating industry, our unwavering commitment to the Cruisers Yachts and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts brands is what has carried us through these tough economic times,” said Mark Pedersen, president of KCS International, Inc.
KCS Int’l Names Pedersen President
KCS International Inc., parent company of Oconto based Cruisers Yachts and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts, recently named Mark Pedersen president and CFO of the company. Pedersen replaces Jim Viestenz who stepped down to pursue other interests. Pedersen has been with KCS International for the past 16 years and has more than 20 years experience in the marine industry. Having previously held the title of CFO, Pedersen is ready to take on the role and responsibilities associated with his new title. “Mark has worked with me for 16 years and I have the utmost confidence in him to continue the positive trend we have built at KCS over the years,” said K.C. Stock, CEO and owner of KCS International Inc.
