OLD SAYBROOK, Conn. (Feb. 18, 2014) – After 40+ years in the pump industry Chuck Emmerling, BJM's Midwest Regional Manager has retired. Chuck and his wife Rosemary decided at the end of 2013 that they will begin their well earned retirement. While remaining residents of Ohio, home of many grandchildren, they will now have time for extended trips to Florida and elsewhere with family and friends. Congratulations to the Emmerlings from your friends at BJM Pumps. Gary Brown has joined the BJM Sales Team as the new Midwest Regional Sales Manager. Gary will be responsible for establishing and supporting pump distribution and BJM Pumps selling channels for the 13 Upper Midwest States. Gary spent over 13 years working for a large pump distributor in Mo. and more recently spent time working for a high-tech pump manufacturer, also headquartered in the Midwest. Gary is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, a former Navy pilot and is a Gulf War Veteran. He currently resides in the St. Louis area with his wife and seven children.