About Us
As a leader in the dental industry, Whip Mix is committed to leveraging its technical expertise and manufacturing excellence into practical solutions for dental professionals. Our love for the customer creates a relationship-driven business model that ensures the success of all of our global partners.
Join Us
Today, more people like you are looking to work for a company that offers real opportunities for personal and professional growth. We invite you to take a closer look at Whip Mix, a leader in the dental industry and a long time champion of employee career paths.
Why Whip Mix
Our Value Propositions
ASIST
The Whip-Mix Proven Process
Assess
- Together we evaluate that your needs align with our capabilities and resources.
Solve
- We present solutions that best fit your needs and strengthen our growing relationship
Implement
- We promptly provide the training, resources, and materials to ensure your success
Support
- As a team we are committed to making it right through continuous coaching and education to foster the growth of our professional relationship.
Teach
- The Whip Mix family is dedicated to evolving with the latest technologies and market trends so we can instill best practices to ensure ideal results.
Meet the Whip Mix Team
Anne Steinbock
CEO
Anne Steinbock is the Chief Executive Officer and a third generation family member to lead Whip Mix Corporation. In previous Sales and Marketing positions, she spent much of her time listening to customers. Now as CEO, she continues to focus on customer needs and to provide practical solutions. With over 35 years of experience at Whip Mix and in the dental industry, Anne has an appreciation of the company’s rich history and by continuing to embrace new technologies, she is leading the company to be successful in the future.
Brian Knopf
Senior Vice President of Technical Services
Brian joined Whip Mix in 1993 as R&D Director and as a member of the senior leadership team. He has a B.S. in Chemistry and a Master’s in Business Administration. Before joining Whip Mix, Brian worked as an Analytical Chemist for a consulting engineering firm and as Chief Chemist/Lab Manger for an aerospace and medical device manufacturing company. Currently he is Sr. V.P. Technical Services and supports Chemical Research & Development, Engineering and QA/Regulatory activities.
Pete Kazunas
Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Business Development
Peter Kazunas is Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Business Development for Whip Mix. Pete is a native of Louisville, KY bringing to our customers and partners extensive experience in sales, managing both direct and distribution sales channels, fostering growth and strong relationships with dealers and developing new business. Pete served as International Sales Manager for Whip Mix and Managing Director of Whip Mix Europe GmbH prior to assuming the Vice President position. He maintains the International responsibilities in addition to the U.S market. Prior to joining Whip Mix, Pete spent the last 12 years living in New Orleans, LA where he served as CEO of the leading manufacturer and distributor of heavy industrial mooring and lifting products serving the transportation and oil and gas industries worldwide. Before his tenure as CEO, Pete was Senior Vice President of Commercial and Logistics operations at the largest inland marine barge transportation company located here in Louisville, KY. Pete is honored to be part of the Whip Mix family, “I am excited to support our customers with quality products and exceptional service Whip Mix is known for. By providing our Dealer network the tools, products and support needed, together we can increase sales while expanding the Whip Mix participation in the dental laboratory, clinical and educational market segments”.
Rick Brown
Vice President Operations
Rick Brown is the Vice President of Operations at our Louisville, KY and Ft. Collins, CO facilities. Throughout his 16 years at Whip Mix, Rick has been a consistent action oriented and effective leader. His responsibilities include Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Facilities Management. Prior to Whip Mix Corporation, Rick worked in the finance and the tier one automotive industries. He has a B.A. in Economics and Sports Medicine and a Master’s in Business Administration.
Margaret Overmeer
Director Technical Support & Customer Relations
Margaret Overmeer is the Director Technical Support and Customer Relations at Whip Mix Corporation. Margaret has a bachelor’s degree in Marketing & Sales, and she began her career at Whip Mix in the International Department. After 40 years of service and support experience, she was promoted to Customer Relations Director. As Whip Mix moved into digital dentistry, managing the technical support team was added to these responsibilities. “I have always been a service-minded individual. My true belief is that we succeed when our customers succeed, so helping them to be successful is a passion and a priority for me. It is also one of our core values at Whip Mix.” Margaret’s greatest joy is spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and Boxer puppies, but reading mystery novels and DIY projects are a close second.
Pete Kazunas
Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Business Development
Peter Kazunas is Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Business Development for Whip Mix. Pete is a native of Louisville, KY bringing to our customers and partners extensive experience in sales, managing both direct and distribution sales channels, fostering growth and strong relationships with dealers and developing new business. Pete served as International Sales Manager for Whip Mix and Managing Director of Whip Mix Europe GmbH prior to assuming the Vice President position. He maintains the International responsibilities in addition to the U.S market. Prior to joining Whip Mix, Pete spent the last 12 years living in New Orleans, LA where he served as CEO of the leading manufacturer and distributor of heavy industrial mooring and lifting products serving the transportation and oil and gas industries worldwide. Before his tenure as CEO, Pete was Senior Vice President of Commercial and Logistics operations at the largest inland marine barge transportation company located here in Louisville, KY. Pete is honored to be part of the Whip Mix family, “I am excited to support our customers with quality products and exceptional service Whip Mix is known for. By providing our Dealer network the tools, products and support needed, together we can increase sales while expanding the Whip Mix participation in the dental laboratory, clinical and educational market segments”.
Chris Frye
Digital Sales Manager
Chris has been a product specialist for over 18 years. In 2012, he became involved in the 3D printing industry, helping clients understand the complexities of printing and how it can help their companies. He is knowledgeable in all forms of 3D printing, having been associated with Stratasys, 3D Systems and Asiga.
Bryan Murphy
North America Sales Manager
Bryan Murphy is currently the North America Sales Manager at Whip Mix Corporation and has been working with the distribution channel for over 40 years. He is the distributor’s liaison focusing on the needs of the customers in building channel specific programs to help their business goals.
James J. Robinson, C.D.T.
Manager of Professional Relations, Education and Government Sales
Jim is the Manager of Professional Relations Education and Government Sales for Whip Mix and a retired Air Force Senior Master Sergeant serving more than 22 years of active duty. He is a Certified Dental Technician (C.D.T.) with his certification being in Crown and Bridge.
Jim has lectured extensively domestically and internationally on Occlusion and Articulation and is a lecturer and hands-on trainer for the Dawson Academy.
Shirlene "Charlie" O’Russa
Territory Sales Manager
Shirlene (Charlie) O’Russa, R.D.H. is Whip Mix’s Western Region Territory Sales Manager. Charlie, began her career in dentistry as a dental assistant, then as a dental hygienist. After practicing dental hygiene for 18 years, Charlie started her own business by hosting dental education seminars while working as a Public Relations representative for Delta Dental of Illinois. Ms. O’Russa obtained a degree in Communications with a Minor in Marketing, from Bradley University in 2000. After graduating she started in a sales and marketing position with Dental Arts Laboratory. Charlie joined the Occlusion Division of Water Pik in 2007 where she became the Territory Sales Manager for the Western region of the U.S. She is currently responsible for dental schools located in 22 states. Charlie currently lives in Peoria, Illinois.
Ravage Stryczny
Territory Sales Manager
Ravage Stryczny is a Territory Sales Manager for Whip Mix Corporation. Since 1991, she has been associated with the dental field as a Registered Dental Hygienist, a practice manager, and in sales and territory management roles. Her expertise is developing long term relationships with clients and practices to advance the field of dentistry. Ms. Stryczny has a Bachelor of Science Degree from St Petersburg College. She currently travels to and supports major University Dental Schools. Ravage Stryczny lives in Bradenton, FL.
Stacey Meredith
Senior International Key Account Manager
Stacey Meredith is the Senior International Key Account Manager for Whip Mix. She has worked in sales and account management for 21 years throughout various international markets in the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and Europe supporting our distributors and assisting in our growth in these regions.
Sharon Britt
Technical Sales Associate
Sharon has been a registered Dental Hygienist for over 25+ years and a Technical Sales Associate at Whip Mix since April of 2005. It is her love of talking about dentistry and her continuous desire to help people that motivates her. She is on the phone daily conducting Whip Mix sales business, helping with technical assistance, or sharing information on Whip Mix products to labs, dentists, and dental dealers. She is especially happy when she gets to invite and meet her customers at Whip Mix Digital Courses and Educational Events. Odds are if you live somewhere in the USA or Canada, you’ll soon be hearing from Sharon and having one of those chats with her.
Margaret Overmeer
Director Technical Support and Customer Relations
Margaret Overmeer is the Director Technical Support and Customer Relations at Whip Mix Corporation. Margaret has a bachelor’s degree in Marketing & Sales, and she began her career at Whip Mix in the International Department. After 40 years of service and support experience, she was promoted to Customer Relations Director. As Whip Mix moved into digital dentistry, managing the technical support team was added to these responsibilities. “I have always been a service-minded individual. My true belief is that we succeed when our customers succeed, so helping them to be successful is a passion and a priority for me. It is also one of our core values at Whip Mix.” Margaret’s greatest joy is spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and Boxer puppies, but reading mystery novels and DIY projects are a close second.
William P. Devine, CDT
Sr Technical Support Representative
Will Devine, CDT, TE is retired from the United States Air Force and has over 28 years of dental laboratory experience. As a Technical Support Representative at Whip Mix, Will’s primary focus is assisting customers with questions regarding our consumable products and equipment.
Ben Guilford
Technical Trainer and Field Service Quality Engineer
Ben Guilford is a Technical Trainer-Field Engineer at Whip Mix. He provides installation and training of digital equipment as well as technical support to our customers. Before joining Whip Mix, he worked in the dental laboratory industry for over 20 yrs. specializing in crown and bridge and managing workflows. Ben received his 4yr apprenticeship in plastic injection molding/CNC programming from Tech Mold in Tempe, AZ.
Kevin Nuzzo
CAD/CAM Technical Support Specialist
Kevin Nuzzo has been in the Dental field for 20 years now. He has been using dental CAD/CAM since 2004 and is proficient in 3Shape Dental System, 3Shape Denture Design, MillBox, and many other design systems. Kevin has been in technical support for 5 years and enjoys using the wealth of knowledge to help others.
Locations
Our main corporate offices and manufacturing facilities, encompassing over 220,000 square feet, is located in Louisville, Kentucky. Whip Mix West, in Fort Collins Colorado exclusively manufactures the Denar and Hanau lines of Articulators and Face Bows. In addition, Whip Mix maintains a distribution center in Dortmund, Germany to fulfill orders across Europe.
World Headquarters
361 Farmington Avenue
P.O. Box 17183
Louisville, KY 40217 USA
TOLL FREE: 800-626-5651
PHONE: 502-637-1451
FAX: 502-634-4512
Whip Mix Corporation – West
Restorative Oral Health Division
1730 E. Prospect Rd, Ste 101
Fort Collins, CO 80525 USA
PHONE: 970-472-1635
FAX: 970-472-1793