KPI-JCI Astec Companies hires marketing communications employee

Kolberg-Pioneer, Yankton, South Dakota, Johnson Crushers International, Eugene, Oregon, and Astec Mobile Screens, Sterling, Illinois, has hired Vanessa Nelson to fill its marketing communications position.

Nelson is responsible for a wide range of marketing support, such as creating and maintaining marketing literature, website and social media presence, and promotional programs available at Kolberg-Pioneer, Johnson Crushers International and Astec Mobile Screens.

Nelson graduated from University of South Dakota, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in media and journalism, specializing in strategic communications.

“We are very excited to have Vanessa join the marketing team for Kolberg-Pioneer, Johnson Crushers International and Astec Mobile Screens,” says Melinda Schweitzer, marketing manager. “Her background in public relations and experience in digital marketing will benefit us in defining ways to better serve our dealers and customers.”