Whitman's Michael Sylvester Promoted to Vice President of Business Development and Marketing

Michael Sylvester, vice president of business development and marketing

2008-05-06 15:36:32 - New role will combine Sylvester's experience in environmental sector with business development

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Whitman, New Jersey's leading environmental, engineering and management firm, has announced that Michael Sylvester has been promoted to vice president in charge of business development and marketing.

Sylvester joined Whitman in 2005 as director of business operations, providing technical, financial and strategic consultation on environmental investigations, remediation and redevelopment of commercial and industrial properties. He was also responsible for daily business activities and the overall management of Whitman's business development.

'Michael has proven to be a great asset to the company,' said Whitman President Barry Skoultchi. 'He has helped us to not only grow our business and reach new service sectors, but to provide continuous customer service and support to our existing client base.'

Prior to joining Whitman, Sylvester had over 20 years of environmental and engineering experience, including four years with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's Brownfields Redevelopment Office and various brownfields financing programs, including the state's cornerstone grant for brownfields redevelopment - the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund.

'I'm very excited about this promotion,' Sylvester said. 'It's truly an honor to work with such a great group of dedicated employees. Their knowledge and insight makes it easy for me to let potential clients know why we are the best in the industry. I look forward to continuing to grow our business and customer base into the future.'

Sylvester's responsibilities include all corporate business development and marketing strategies, programs and efforts. He is also responsible for all budgets, forecasts and corporate goals as well as general business development and strategic planning.

Sylvester previously served as vice president of Excel Environmental Resources Inc. of North Brunswick, N.J. and TRC/ Vectre Corporation of Lafayette, N.J. He is a graduate of Upsala College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and marketing.



About Whitman
Whitman is New Jersey's leading environmental, engineering and management firm, offering expertise in brownfield redevelopment, civil and geotechnical engineering, site assessment, remediation cost recovery, groundwater contamination and recovery, indoor air quality solutions, industrial hygiene and innovative remediation technologies. Since its founding in 1985, the East Brunswick based company has performed over 2,500 site assessments, remedial investigations and remediation designs for all types of development and redevelopment projects, including commercial, retail and residential properties in more than 12 states. Whitman has secured over $30 million in state and federal reimbursements for environmental work for their clients.

In 2007, Whitman acquired Brownworth Engineering, a mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering firm located in Piscataway, N.J. The acquisition has created one of the largest full-service firms in the state, providing expertise in all areas of environmental and engineering services.

For more information on Whitman please call 732- 390-5858 or visit www.whitmanco.com.

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