Meet the Sales Team

Brandon Harper
Regional Sales Manager
With 30+ years of sales experience, Brandon excels at building lasting relationships with strong communication and leadership skills. When he’s not forming those business connections, he’s usually hiking, traveling, or thrill-seeking somewhere.
Territories: Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Quebec.
Brandon can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Quebec.
Brandon can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Jim Haas
Regional Sales Manager
In addition to his day job, Jim’s cooking expertise and on-camera talents have made him indispensable in the creation of Blaze product demos and trainings, not to mention videos for cooking events and competitions. Off the clock, he is usually the life of the party, playing in his band or writing, recording, and producing several albums, which are available worldwide.
Territories: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Hawaii, Alaska, and western Canada.
Jim can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Hawaii, Alaska, and western Canada.
Jim can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Keith Guidry
Regional Sales Manager
With over 35 years of experience managing and operating a family-owned Patio, Hearth, and Grill retail store, Keith brings a deep love of outdoor living and cooking that supports dealers and distributors in selecting equipment, marketing strategy, and customer experience. As a “certified Cajun,” Keith spends his downtime cooking signature dishes like Crawfish Maque Choux and Blackened Bass. He’s also a family man that appreciates poetry and hopes to one day publish a cookbook that blends recipes with verse.
Territories: Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Keith can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Keith can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Marlon Stewart
Regional Sales Manager
Having previously worked in nearly every aspect of Blaze, Marlon brings expertise in technical support and business operations to his position. With almost a decade of sales experience, Marlon uses that know-how to build relationships with dealers and distributors. He also earned an MBA while working with Blaze, just for good measure. Having lived in southern Louisiana his entire life, he enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, grilling, and tailgating.
Territories: Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North & South Dakota.
Marlon can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North & South Dakota.
Marlon can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Dan Iverson
Regional Sales Manager
Dan brings a unique blend of mechanical expertise and public service experience that makes him passionate about Blaze’s products and well-suited introducing them to customers and promoting their maintenance to ensure peak performance. In his free time, he’s a total outdoorsman and dedicated sports fan. He’s also committed to using Blaze equipment to cook up delicious meats and more whenever he can.
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas.
Dan can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas.
Dan can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Jim Poremba
Regional Sales Manager
As founder of Pacific Coast Manufacturing, Jim brings nearly 30 years of experience to the outdoor living industry. His unique combination of manufacturing and sales knowledge provides valuable insight to specific markets and customer needs. As a strong communicator, Jim has developed key, long-standing relationships in the South-Western territory and beyond. Based in Southern California, Jim enjoys travelling, spending time with friends, family and their 4 wiener dogs.
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Jim can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Jim can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Ken Gardner
Regional Sales Manager
Ken enjoyed a long career as a residential remodeling contractor before transitioning full time to Blaze and the outdoor living industry. He enjoys the day-to-day interactions with customers helping them grow sales, overcome obstacles, and having fun along the way. Beyond business hours promoting Blaze as the premier grill and outdoor kitchen equipment brand, he enjoys outdoor activities like golfing, football, and, of course, grilling steaks.
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Ken can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Ken can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Justin Poremba
Regional Sales Manager
Starting his career at Pacific Coast Manufacturing, Justin transitioned into a sales role at Blaze. With intimate knowledge of Blaze equipment from personal use, he brings his firsthand experience to any interaction with customers, including rigorous product questions. When not cooking on the clock, he’s grilling at home, perfecting go-to recipes like his bourbon bacon jam ribs—a sniff-worthy favorite of his wiener dog puppy, Smokey, who goes with him almost everywhere.
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Justin can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Justin can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Mack Haskin
Territory Sales Representative
With 3 years of experience, Mack has built strong relationships with dealers, delivering premium outdoor kitchen solutions that elevate everyday living and entertaining. His passion for all things outdoors allows him to bring authentic enthusiasm to his work. Combined with his personable approach, he delivers a customer-first approach that drives results. If he’s not talking to dealers and distributors, he’s likely out on a lake or gearing up for tailgate season.
Territories: Georgia, Central & North Florida.
Mack can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Georgia, Central & North Florida.
Mack can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Cole Smedley
Territory Sales Representative
For 3 years he’s partnered closely with local businesses, crafting tailored strategies to expand their sales channels and drive sustained growth. His collaborative spirit and solutions-oriented approach have helped numerous clients succeed and forge long-term partnerships. Outside of work, Cole recharges by spending time at the lake and on the golf course. He’s equally passionate about cooking, experimenting with new flavors when serving friends a delicious homemade dinner.
Territories: Central & South Florida.
Cole can be contacted via email at [email protected].
Territories: Central & South Florida.
Cole can be contacted via email at [email protected].