The Avocet Team
Avocet Sales and Marketing was started in Northern California in 1989 by partners J. Dmitry Makowsky and Malcolm Plant to provide professional sourcing of mechanical and electro-mechanical engineered component parts and automation solutions for companies in Northern California and Northwestern Nevada.
Zachary J. Makowsky - Avocet partner & Outside Sales
7 years of Professional Selling and Project Management Experience. Makowsky holds a BS Degree from the University of Colorado
Hayden Plant - Avocet partner & Outside Sales
8 years of professional sales experience. Plant holds a BA degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara.
Jeff Briggs - Outside Sales
Jeff Briggs brings over a decade of experience to his role at Avocet Sales & Marketing, where he provides innovative sourcing strategies and manufacturing design solutions for mechanically engineered components. Leveraging expertise in consultative selling, systems engineering, and relationship building, Jeff ensures manufacturers in Northern California and Northwestern Nevada have access to optimized designs and efficient production workflows.
His extensive network of domestic and global manufacturing partners, combined with a proven ability to streamline processes and increase productivity, makes him a trusted partner in the manufacturing industry. Jeff is passionate about helping clients achieve success through tailored, results-driven solutions.
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SIMON Kornelis - outside sales
Avocet has landed in the Pacific Northwest (and British Columbia and Alberta!)
Simon Kornelis spent over 10 years managing logistics and supply chain operations for ecommerce and US OEM's. Years as a buyer have traumatized him into setting realistic expectations and keeping budget and timeline front of mind. He is focused on helping designers develop processes and source precision components.
Simon lives in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle with his great wife and three hilarious kids. He sings professionally and will probably talk to you about what he's cooking. Get ready to have fun and work hard!
Anthony Esposo - Office Manager
Anthony has spent over 4 years working with the Avocet team. He holds an MSN degree from Samuel Merritt University as well as a BS in Biological Sciences from UC Davis.