To support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announced the opening of an east region office and appointment of a new management team.

Russ Parisi, an 18-year veteran of the rental industry who joined Volvo Rents in 2003, will serve as eastern region vice president and oversee the eastern United States, as well as the eastern provinces of Canada.

“This is a pivotal time in the market, with great opportunities for Volvo Rents’ further growth,” said Parisi. “The new office and management team adds further depth and breadth of experience as we intensify our push to capitalize on the economic upturn and expand upon our already strong network of company- and franchise-owned stores.”

Located at 555 U.S. Highway 1 South, Iselin, N.J. 08830 (Office: 732/510-6752), the new office’s management team will consist of:

Regional Executive Administrator: Michelle Laury

Division Managers:

David Ritz (northeast —New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia), Joe Weldie (southeast — Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee), Larry Kirkpatrick (upper midwest — Ohio, Minnesota, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois), Victor Guerreiro (greater Toronto Area)

Region Sales Managers: Matt Tavianini (northeast and upper mid-west), Mike Bullock (southeast)

Division Sales Manager: Nelson Tavares (greater Toronto area)

Region Safety Manager: Sal Lombardo

Region Service Manager: Jerry (Gerald) Dohn

Region Controller: Ed Cunnally

For more information, visit www.volvorents.com.