Des Moines based Seneca Companies, known for petroleum construction, service and equipment distribution throughout the Midwest, has recently announced the hire of two new salespeople to serve customers in Missouri, Kansas and Illinois. Despite the tough economy, the company believes the addition of these team members can help customers in these regions save time, money and be more efficient in running their petroleum business.

Dave Berry will now serve the petroleum construction and equipment needs of customers in Missouri and Kansas. His experience in the petroleum industry began more than 20 years ago and has since been involved in projects including construction of C-stores, petroleum service, shipping/receiving as well as distribution.

With more than 30 years in retail and sales, Jeff Oberman will provide customers in Illinois with top-notch service and quality petroleum construction projects, along with the distribution of petroleum equipment. Prior to joining Seneca, Oberman was the Regional director of Landmark Novelty where he served C-stores in multiple states throughout the Midwest.

Seneca Sales Manager Doug Struve notes, “Both of these gentleman have had vast experience within the Convenience store industry and we are confident that they will be able to serve the needs of our customers in Missouri, Kansas and Illinois.”

Seneca Companies is a diverse group of entities committed to providing unequaled customer attention through a range of related services including: Petroleum Construction, Distribution & Service, Waste Solutions & Emergency Response Services, Industrial Fluid Handling & Power Solutions, Environmental & Compliance Services, Remediation & Process Systems, Vehicle Equipment Sales  & Service and Electrical Contracting, & Service. To learn more about Seneca Companies, visit www.senecaco.com.