CEO

Kurt is based out of the Zionsville, IN office and is now responsible for Special Projects and various strategic opportunities throughout CEP.  He was responsible for supporting some of our larger strategic customers and initially started his CEP career covering NE Indiana, and parts of KY. Kurt graduated from Purdue University in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.  After graduation, he worked eight years in sales and marketing for Weidmuller Inc., an electrical connector manufacturer.  He currently lives in Zionsville. IN with his wife and multiple family members living nearby.  Kurt is a partner in ownership and has with CEP Sales since September 1991.

PRESIDENT

Gary is based out of the Zionsville, IN office and began his CEP career focusing on Western, Illinois, and the surrounding region.  He currently is responsible for covering Strategic Accounts throughout the CEP territories. Gary graduated from Purdue University in 1984 in Business and Marketing. Gary currently lives in Zionsville, IN with his wife and is enjoying his 2 grandchildren who also live in the area.  Prior to joining CEP, Gary spent 10 years with Marathon Oil Company in various Sales and Training positions. Gary is now a partner in ownership and has been with CEP Sales since 1994.

VICE PRESIDENT

Case is based out of Tennessee and is responsible for supporting customers and growth throughout the southeastern portion of the US.  Case has been with CEP Sales since January 2015.  Prior to that, he spent time in LEAN manufacturing management and sales in the stampings and machining industry.  Case graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan University in 2014 with a Bachelors of Business Management.  Case currently resides in Riceville, TN with his wife Jessica and their three children.

VICE PRESIDENT

Josh is based out of the Zionsville, IN office and is responsible for supporting customers in Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Southern Illinois, and Missouri. Josh has been with CEP since September 2017. Prior to that, he spent 3 years as an Account Executive in the technology industry. Josh graduated from Purdue University in 2014 with a degree in selling and sales management. Josh currently resides in Zionsville with his wife and daughter.

VICE PRESIDENT

Bruno is based out of the Ohio office and is responsible for supporting customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia & New York. Now living in North Lawrence, OH with his wife and two children, Bruno graduated from Tiffin University with a degree in International Business. Prior to joining CEP, Bruno was a Facility Services Sales Representative for 3 years. He has been a Manufacturer’s Representative with CEP Sales since September 2017.

VICE PRESIDENT

Cory is based out of the Indianapolis office and is responsible for supporting customers in Northwest Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa. Cory has been with CEP since August 2019. Prior to that, he spent 5 years as an Athletic Director in the non profit and school setting. Cory graduated from Purdue University in 2011 and earned his Masters from Ball State University in 2013. Cory currently resides in Zionsville with his wife and two sons.

VICE PRESIDENT

Zach is based out of the Zionsville, IN office and is responsible for supporting customers in Northeast Indiana and Michigan. Zach has been with CEP since June 2020. Prior to that, he spent 7 years as a math teacher and assistant principal in the public school setting. Zach graduated from Purdue University in 2012 with a degree in Math Education and earned his MBA in Organizational Leadership from the University of Indianapolis in 2017. Zach currently lives in Zionsville with his wife and their two children.

MARKETING SPECIALIST

Abby is based out of the Zionsville, IN office, who is responsible for all marketing & graphic design capabilities. Abby has been with CEP since November 2023. She is a 2023 graduate from Indiana University and joined our team straight out of college. She earned a degree in Advertising & Marketing. Abby currently resides in Whitestown, IN with her boyfriend and cat. She loves watching IU beat Purdue in sports in her freetime.

MARKETING SPECIALIST

Jacob is based out of the Zionsville, IN office with initial responsibilities of prospecting and identifying new potential customers in all of CEP’s product lines. Jacob began working for CEP in October 2026. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree from Ball State University in May 2024 with a major in Sport Administration and minor in Marketing. Before joining CEP, He spent two years in a dual role as a part of the Butler University Athletic Department in the athletic ticket office and game-day operations team.

OFFICE MANAGER

Barbara is located in the Zionsville, IN office with initial responsibilities of training with Anne Elmore and Ellen Coval in our weekly accounting functions. She joined CEP Sales in September 2026. Barbara has spent the last 12 years in public education as she taught elementary grades within the Brownsburg Community School Corporation near Indianapolis. She served as a teacher and was a part of various professional learning communities. Barbara graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education with a minor in global studies from Purdue University in 2013. Barbara and her husband, Zach, live in Zionsville, IN with their 2 young children. Her hobbies include reading, spending time outdoors, watching the Boilermakers, and spending time with family.