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Park Tool hires Karl Wiedemann

Published March 3, 2015

ST. PAUL, Minn. (BRAIN) — Park Tool has hired industry veteran Karl Wiedemann as the company's new director of marketing and communications. Wiedemann was most recently the communications and sponsorship manager for Thule.

"I have used and trusted Park Tool products since I worked in a bike shop in high school. I have watched the company grow over the years and I am thrilled that my professional career path has landed me in this position. I am excited to get to work increasing the exposure for the brand and their amazing products," said Wiedemann.

Eric Hawkins, president and owner of Park Tool, said, "Karl's vast knowledge and experience doing marketing, public relations and sponsorship for companies like Pedro's and Thule make him the ideal choice for this position. We are looking forward to having him be part of the Park Tool team."

Wiedemann will be based out of the Park Tool office in St. Paul, Minn., and will start on March 3. He can be reached at karl@parktool.com or (651) 777-6868.

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