Dockmate, a manufacturer of remote-control systems for boats, recently announced that it hired Bill Karmis as national sales manager. Karmis has a diverse sales background and comes to the company with more than 10 years of experience in the marine controls industry.

“We are very impressed with Bill’s diverse experience, reputation and existing relationships,” Dockmate CEO Marc Curreri said in a statement. “He has already established a great connection with our team. We are confident that he will be a valuable asset driving our sales efforts and growing our dealer network.”

According to Dockmate, Karmis will direct its team of inside and outside sales representatives across the United States and grow and support Dockmate’s dealer network.

“I am thrilled to be part of the Dockmate team,” Karmis said in the statement. “Their energy and excitement is contagious and the product is well developed and has so much potential. It is an honor and a pleasure to be part of the growth of the brand.”