Crescent Electric Supply Welcomes Cindi Evans as New Chief Revenue Officer

East Dubuque, IL — October 19, 2026: Crescent Electric Supply Company, recognized as one of the leading independent distributors of electrical hardware and supplies in the United States, has announced the appointment of Cindi Evans as Chief Revenue Officer, effective October 16, 2026.

Cindi Evans boasts an impressive background, bringing over 25 years of leadership experience within various sectors, including distribution, food service, and consumer products. She has a notable history of driving growth in companies backed by both public and private equity, resonating with a focus on sustainable profitability and customer relations.

Throughout her career, Evans has demonstrated a strong ability to lead transformative initiatives, build exceptional teams, and enhance customer-focused commercial strategies. Before joining Crescent, she held executive positions at TriMark USA and Sysco, and recently served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Whitsons Culinary Group. Additionally, she dedicated nearly a decade at W.W. Grainger, where she contributed to senior leadership functions.

As the new Chief Revenue Officer, Evans will spearhead the company’s enterprise revenue strategy. Her objectives include accelerating profitable growth, deepening both customer and supplier relationships, as well as fortifying commercial execution across the organization. Evans expressed her enthusiasm for her new role, stating, "I'm excited to join Crescent and a team with such a strong legacy, culture, and commitment to its customers. Throughout my career, I've seen that sustainable growth starts with the customer and is powered by great people. I look forward to listening, learning, and working alongside the Crescent team to build on that strong foundation and shape the company's next chapter of growth."

Crescent Electric Supply Company CEO, Penny Cotner, also shared her excitement about Evans joining the team. She remarked, "We are thrilled to bring Cindi's experience, leadership style, and insights to the Crescent team, and look forward to continuing our growth journey with her at the helm of our revenue functions."

Evans holds an Executive MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management alongside undergraduate degrees in Marketing and Management from the University of Houston. Her educational background complements her extensive professional experience, equipping her to contribute effectively to Crescent Electric's objectives.

Crescent Electric Supply Company, headquartered in East Dubuque, Illinois, operates over 140 branches in 29 states. The company specializes in serving a diverse clientele, including contractors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and the maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) needs of various sectors, such as commercial, industrial, institutional, and utility customers. In addition to its primary brand, Crescent Electric, the company also serves customers through various subsidiaries, including BA Supply in Missouri and Mesco Electrical Supply in Ohio, among others.

The company is on a path of continued growth and expansion, further solidified by the hiring of Cindi Evans. Her leadership is expected to propel Crescent Electric Supply towards a robust future within the electrical distribution industry.

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