Neil Harrison joins Chervon as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and General Manager of Chervon Canada, effective Monday, October 5, 2026, and will report to CEO Joe Galli
Harrison brings more than 23 years of experience in power tools for professionals and consumers. After studying environmental research management and graduating from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Harrison began his career in the tool industry in 2003 at Black & Decker/DeWalt, where he progressed through various positions in sales, operations, and product management. In 2006, Harrison joined Bosch Canada as Marketing Manager for the SKIL brand. Subsequently, he held a position as Account Manager at Hilti Canada.
In 2008, Harrison joined TTI/Milwaukee, where he developed a distinguished 17-year career, advancing through leadership positions in product management, channel management, and marketing management. He later led regional sales teams in the industrial construction channels of Ontario and Eastern Canada, and also created and managed a national field sales team for the hardware and automotive channels.
Most recently, Harrison was General Manager of Klingspor Abrasives Canada, where he oversaw the entire Canadian business, including sales, marketing, warehouse and operations, human resources, and finance.
Throughout his career, Harrison has distinguished himself as a strong leader with a proven track record in developing professionals, brands, and exceptional customer relationships, as well as in growing business units in the Canadian market. "We are thrilled to have Neil as the leader of Chervon Canada," said CEO Joe Galli. "Neil's outstanding leadership and business management capabilities, along with his customer focus, make him the ideal candidate to lead our business in Canada."
"I am looking forward to starting to develop and lead our Canadian business unit here at Chervon," said Harrison. "Chervon is clearly demonstrating its commitment to developing a leading business in Canada and I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to lead this new initiative."
About Chervon
Chervon North America is part of a global provider of comprehensive solutions specialized in research and development (R&D), manufacturing, testing, sales, and after-sales service of power tools and outdoor power equipment (OPE).
Guided by user-centered innovation, the Company operates an integrated business model supported by global sales and distribution networks. Chervon's portfolio includes EGO, FLEX, SKIL, and DEVON, serving industrial, professional, and consumer markets worldwide.
Better tools. A better world.
Chervon is committed to providing superior quality products to users around the world through continuous innovation and aims to become a global leader in power tools and OPE in the era of lithium ions, intelligence, and digitalization.