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Brownell Boat Stands and Equipment this week announced the promotion of Alex Kavanaugh to president. Kavanaugh has been with the company since 2016, with responsibilities ranging from manufacturing to product development and sales.

“Alex has a firm grasp of the business. He’s very customer-centric in his approach, and his leadership style is very collaborative,” Peter Kavanaugh, who becomes CEO and chairman, said in a statement.

Based in Mattapoisett, Mass., Brownell produces a variety of products, including boat stands, handling dollies, shop equipment, staging ladders and trailer components.