Bailey International
Shandra Plourde, MS, is an experienced marketing specialist currently working at Bailey International since December 2021, where responsibilities include content writing, event logistics, social media management, and product launch management. As the sole proprietor of Plourde Consulting since May 2006, Shandra has guided small businesses in marketing and branding strategies. Previous roles include marketing coordinator at Encompass Health, where event management and brand rebranding were key focus areas, and various marketing positions in organizations such as PROCON Inc., American Training, and the ALS Association Northern New England. Shandra holds a Master's Degree in Marketing and a Graduate Certificate in Integrated Marketing Communications from Southern New Hampshire University, as well as a BS in Communications from Norwich University. Additional certifications in product management and marketing were obtained from Pragmatic Institute.
Bailey International
Bailey International, LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of mobile hydraulic components. For more than 40 years, we have provided mobile hydraulic solutions to the hydraulic industry. About Bailey International, LLC: * Founded in 1976 * Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee * Currently employees 165+ team members * Current facility has 80,000 square feet of manufacturing and distribution capacity * Manufacturer of Chief and Maxim lines of cylinders * Sure Grip Controls, a Canadian hydraulic & pneumatic hand control manufacturer, was purchased in 2015. * Fulfillment locations: Knoxville, Kansas City & Reno * Flexible supply chain with global, ISO-certified manufacturing partners * Over $16 million in domestic inventory * Aggressive growth opportunities backed by private equity Sales Areas: * Manufacturing (domestic & international) * System Solutions (engineering design & support) * Control Solutions (electro-hydraulic integration) * Distribution (inventory & supply-chain)