Lexington, KY – March 26, 2009 - CLARK Material Handling Company has announced the recipients of its Salesperson of the Year awards for 2009.  Salespersons who achieved outstanding sales of new and used CLARK forklift trucks, including winning large deals and gaining the confidence of the customers they serve, are recognized for their outstanding contribution to the ongoing success of CLARK.

“These outstanding salespersons were able to thrive in a very challenging market in 2009,” stated Bo Maslanyk, National Sales Director. “Our close working relationship with our dealers’ sales teams is one of the key factors in our success. “

Top Salespersons
Mike Marrs of Cal-Lift – Los Angeles, CA
Ed Larson of Big River Equipment – Davenport, IA
David Sabbagh of G&W Equipment – Charlotte, NC
Brian Minks of Material Handling Inc – Dalton, GA
Chris Fordham of Forklifts of Toledo – Toledo, OH
Monty Barnett of Jefferds Corporation – Charleston, WV
Corkey McDaniels of Equipment Depot – Waco, TX

About CLARK Material Handling Company
CLARK Material Handling Company has been an industry leader since its production of the first gasolinepowered material handling truck in 1917. Headquartered in Lexington, KY, CLARK is privately held by the Young An Company of South Korea, and is present in 102 global markets, including the support of 550 dealer locations. A full range of I.C. and Electric trucks for diverse applications are available in the CLARK product line. In 2008, CLARK ranked #1 “Best in Value” on Modern Material Handling magazine's consumer survey.

For more information about any CLARK products, please visit www.clarkmhc.com or contact your local authorized CLARK dealer.