Long Term AUP Employee appointed to Vice President of International Sales

San Leandro, CA, August 12, 2013 –  American Underwater Products (AUP), the parent company for Oceanic, AERIS, Lavacore, Oceanpro, and Hollis, today announced it has appointed Jonathan Stahlman to the position of Vice President of International Sales.

Stahlman began his career at AUP in 2003 as the Rocky Mountain Territory Manager for AERIS. Over the last decade, Jonathan has worked closely with all internal departments within the company, giving him a broad base of knowledge on AUP’s business both in the USA and abroad. Prior to joining AUP, Stahlman worked as a retail sales associate and Dive Master at Weaver’s Dive and Travel located in Boulder, CO.

AUP President and Chief Operating Officer, Dan Emke stated “Jonathan has become an integral part of the AUP management team. I look forward to his future successes in further developing AUP’s international interests.”

Jonathan Stahlman remarked on his promotion stating, “I appreciate all of the opportunities that Mr. Emke and the Hollis family has provided to me over the years. AUP has truly allowed me to attain my American dream. I look forward to my increased role in developing & managing AUP’s foreign business.”

Jonathan is an avid SCUBA diver and outdoorsman. When he is not underwater, Jonathan enjoys hiking, biking, skiing, and fly fishing in his native Colorado.

Jonathan Stahlman can be reached directly at jstahlman@aupgear.com for more information about AUP visit: www.americanunderwaterproducts.com