CDM ELECTRONICS - Key Persons


Abigail Plank

Job Titles:
  • General Manager ECAS Learn More
Bringing experience as a technical manufacturing cost estimator and bill of material writer, Abigail joined CDM's Turnersville office in March 2015. As General Manager for ECAS, Abigail oversees Product Managers and VAQ engineers, while handling purchasing and quoting for both the New Jersey and Maryland facilities. She loves CDM's encouraging work environment filled with qualified and genuine people.

Adam Cavalier

Job Titles:
  • Product Manager
  • Operations Manager - Turnersville Learn More
With extensive industry experience in sales, purchasing and operations, Adam joined CDM's team as a Product Manager in 2010. Over the years he worked his way up to his current role as the Operations Manager for our Turnersville facility. Adam assigns production scheduling and staffing, manages order fulfillment, and assures CDM is achieving its customer focused on-time-delivery and quality objectives. Adam loves CDM's family-like atmosphere and that he is presented with new challenges constantly.

Alyssa Eckardt

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Receptionist
  • Inside Territory Account Manager Learn More
Alyssa joined CDM's team in 2019 as a Receptionist and her drive to excel quickly moved her into Customer Service. Today as Inside Territory Account Manager in our Turnersville, NJ, headquarters, Alyssa provides superior service to our New England and New York customers. Alyssa enjoys the friendly and fast-paced work environment whose end goal is to optimize the CDM customer experience. When not assisting customers at CDM, Alyssa can be found enjoying the South Jersey outdoors lifestyle by hiking, hunting and fishing.

Bill Almon - VP of Sales

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Sales and Marketing
  • Vice President of Sales and Marketing Learn More
With over 20 years of distribution and sales management experience in the electronics industry, Bill started at CDM as an inside sales person in 2008. Now, Bill is our Vice President of Sales and Marketing with a special concentration on serving rail and government accounts. Bill loves what he does and his upbeat, outgoing personality makes him a customer favorite.

Blake Hastings

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Outside Territory Account Manager Learn More
With over 20 years of experience in all aspects of engineered cable assembly manufacturing, estimating and electronics distribution, Blake started at CDM in January, 2020, as Outside Territory Account Manager. Blake's territory includes the West Coast along with Rocky Mountain and Southwest states. Blake enjoys working with CDM's like-minded team of talented and dedicated professionals who are willing to go above and beyond the call of duty each day to provide customers with the best service and product solutions available.

Cathi VonBerg

Job Titles:
  • Quality Supervisor Learn More
Cathi joined CDM's manufacturing team in 2011 as an Assembler and drew on her previous electronics experience to move her position forward. Today as a Quality Supervisor at our Turnersville, NJ, operations facility, Cathi utilizes her manufacturing and production expertise to assure both incoming goods and completed orders are within spec and meet customer requirements. Cathi is also a certified IPC trainer to maintain CDM's soldering capabilities. What Cathi finds most rewarding about working at CDM is the industry knowledge she's gained along with the quality and good humor of her coworkers. When not at CDM, Cathi enjoys time in the mountains, baking, and spending time with family.

Chris Emsley

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager - Defense Learn More
Chris joined CDM in 2022 as Business Development Manager for the Defense sector. Chris' career US Army background is in Conventional and Special Operations Warfare, and after he retired transitioned into Private Military Contracting where he trained Special Operations Teams from various countries on communications equipment, weapons and vehicle mounted operations. Chris is an enthusiastic member of the CDM team that provided the military electronics solutions he personally used and depended on for the success of his missions and safety. Outside of CDM, Chris enjoys spending time with family, traveling, hiking and fishing.

Christina Harrison

Job Titles:
  • Materials Manager
  • Materials Manager Learn More
Christina joined CDM in 2012 as a Sales Assistant and was promoted in 2014 to Sales Representative for CDM's Western region and East Coast distribution partners. In 2021, Christina was promoted to Materials Manager, drawing on her extensive product knowledge and total commitment to customer satisfaction. Christina oversees inventory to ensure appropriate levels are maintained and continues to build relationships with various suppliers and vendors. Christina's can-do attitude is part of her personality, as she was a champion track and field athlete for the University of Maryland.

Colleen Harmel

Job Titles:
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Receptionist
  • Customer Service Representative Learn More
Colleen joined CDM's team as a receptionist in 2012, and drew on her years of customer service expertise to move into her current position of Customer Service Representative. Colleen's diverse role includes all aspects of optimizing CDM's customer experience, including working closely with the Purchasing, Operations and Sales Departments to assure every order is correct and on time. What Colleen enjoys most about CDM is the positive environment, and even though the company is consistently growing the staff remains a tight knit group. When she's not at work, Colleen enjoys the outdoors and traveling to new places.

Dana Calabrese

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Assistant
  • Product Manager
  • Product Manager Assistant Learn More
With prior experience in retail management, Dana joined CDM's team as an Administrative Assistant in April 2018. Dana is now Product Manager Assistant for the Winchester Interconnect brands distributed and manufactured by CDM. Located in our Turnersville, NJ office, Dana enjoys the friendly and teamwork-based company culture, and loves the product and business knowledge growth opportunities.

Danielle Ragone

Job Titles:
  • General Manager - Legacy Learn More
After having started out in 2007 as product assistant in CDM's Turnersville office, Danielle has worked her way up to her current position as General Manager for Legacy products. With natural business acumen and a passion for problem solving, she is responsible for overall strategy, managing people and establishing procedures within her division. But it's Danielle's ability to coordinate between our engineering staff, sales and marketing team and support group that makes her the glue of our company.

Dawn Falisi Promoted

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Materials and Operations for CDM 's Turnersville
  • Vice President of Materials and Operations Learn More
Starting as a receptionist in 2006, Dawn is now the Vice President of Materials and Operations for CDM's Turnersville, New Jersey facilities. Dawn oversees the material and operations departments to ensure company goals and objectives are met. In addition, Dawn coordinates the development and implementation of departmental objective roadmaps to include new product launches, existing product growth opportunities, new manufacturing capabilities or initiatives and optimizes development of CDM's employee base. To Dawn, the most rewarding part about CDM is that every day is different. With her love for problem solving and experience in various positions, Dawn is able to jump into any role at any time to help out. CDM Electronics, a full-line authorized interconnect distributor and value-added manufacturer, has announced the promotion of Dawn Falisi to Vice President...

Glenn Cippon

Job Titles:
  • Manufacturing Support Manager Learn More
With more than 20 years of experience assembling and harnessing high-tech data switching, storage and diagnostic equipment, Glenn joined CDM's team in 2006 as a bench assembler/engineering assistant and has quickly moved up the ranks to his current role as Manufacturing Support Manager. Glenn implements production-streamlining initiatives and supports the engineering department with hands-on autonomy to make production process improvements. Glenn also performs CIS certificate and in-house quality process training, and is a Certified IPC trainer for J-STD-001.

Heather Sylvan

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Sales Assistant
  • Inside Territory Account Manager Learn More
With prior experience in accounting and business management, Heather joined CDM's team as a Sales Assistant in February 2017. Today, Heather takes pride in providing superior service to our South-Central customers. Heather loves learning something new every day in CDM's fast-paced environment and enjoys the teamwork-based company culture. When not helping CDM's customers, Heather goes on hikes with her dogs and enjoys the Texas outdoor lifestyle.

Jason Cardoso

Job Titles:
  • Product Manager
  • CDM in 2021 As a Receiving Associate
  • Product Manager Learn More
Jason joined CDM in 2021 as a Receiving Associate at the Turnersville, NJ distribution facility, but his product knowledge and drive to excel had him promoted in 2024 to Product Manager. Jason is now responsible for the procurement of the best quality, price and lead time for components used in assemblies, and assisting the production team with shortages, component issues and working with CDM's Sales Team. He is also in charge of handling CDM's vendor relationships as well. Jason enjoys CDM's family atmosphere and sense of community that encourages professional and personal growth. When not at CDM, Jason is a golfer and is pursuing an advanced degree.

Joe Buono

Job Titles:
  • Accounting Manager
  • Accounting Manager Learn More
Joe began at CDM in 2019, and while being new to the electronics industry brought with him 10 years of customer-focused finance experience. Joe oversees the day-to-day accounts receivable and payable functions along with reviewing company wide financial trends. Joe enjoys the family feel and positive environment at CDM, and when he's not here Joe can be found working on a DIY project or exercising his creative side with craft and candle making.

Joe McGurk

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Outside Territory Account Manager Learn More
Joe worked in sales for CDM's southeast region for 10 years. After gaining account management and sales experience for two years at other companies, Joe's strong belief in CDM's products led him back home to the Turnersville office as the Business Development Manager in November 2016. His superior communication skills, trustworthy demeanor and drive for customer satisfaction are what make Joe a key asset for CDM's past, present and future. When not working diligently to raise customers' awareness of CDM's quality products, Joe can be found watching sports whenever he gets the chance, especially during football season. But Joe doesn't stop there. Similar to how he approaches technical challenges, Joe takes an active role with his passion for sports, too, with a record of completing two Tough Mudders and a half marathon.

Joe Whalen

Job Titles:
  • Director of Information Technology
  • Director of Information Technology Learn More
With over 25 years of experience in technology working with Internet Service Providers, Development Organizations and Information Technology, Joe joined CDM as a Business Analyst in 2013. Today as the Director of Information Technology, Joe oversees all of the applications development, programming and IT engineering at CDM with a customer-centric viewpoint. Joe enjoys working for CDM as he considers the company as valuing it's employees as its greatest asset and genuinely invested in their well-being. When not at work, Joe is a podcaster and an avid Star Wars fan.

Kate Lechleidner

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Inside Territory Account Manager Learn More
Kate became a CDM Sales Representative in 2013, bringing years of electronics distribution experience with her. She's based in our Turnersville, NJ, headquarters, but her customers are located across the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Canada and Europe. What she likes most about CDM is that everyone works together as a team and she is proud to be a part of it. For Kate, it's this John C. Maxwell quote that inspires her to give her all every day: Sometimes you win and sometimes you learn.

Kevin Metzger

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant Learn More
Having spent his entire career in commercial electronics, Kevin joined CDM in 2015 as a Production Assistant where he constructed cable assemblies, prepped components and materials for manufacturing and coordinated production cells. Now as Operations Assistant, Kevin assists in the daily operation of CDM's warehouse and production areas to include overseeing the processing of specialty orders, reviewing work-in-process and resolving past-due items while coordinating inter-departmental support of the Operations team. Kevin has established himself as a key "go-to" person in CDM's Operations area, and enjoys the new challenges and learning each day brings.

Kristine Davenport Continental

Job Titles:
  • Product Manager
  • Continental Product Manager Learn More
Kristine joined CDM's team as a receptionist in 2014. Now, as a Product Manager for CCC, Continental Connectors, which is manufactured at CDM, Kristine is dedicated to providing a premier customer experience through her products. What she finds most rewarding about working at this company is that there are always opportunities for both professional and personal growth. But it's the great relationships she has developed with her co-workers and customers that make her love coming to work every day.

Lem Agustin

Job Titles:
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer Learn More
With prior sales and applications engineering experience for two Fortune 500 companies, Lem joined CDM's team as a Value Added Product Engineer in 2004. After 10 years in this role, Lem became an Electrical Engineer for CDM. Lem loves how there's always a new and exciting project to work on here and enjoys the engaging and fun work environment. Besides engineering, Lem's other passion is golf.

Lori Maeder - EVP

Job Titles:
  • Executive Vice President
  • Receptionist
  • Executive Vice President Learn More
Lori joined CDM's team as a receptionist in 1997. At the time, the company was small but rapidly growing. Lori's hard work and dedication led her to assume virtually every position this organization has to offer. From these roles, Lori gained a vast amount of operational experience, enabling her to build stellar relationships with key suppliers and customers alike. With her exceptional knowledge of production, value added protocol, and off-the-shelf interconnect products, Lori worked her way up to Executive Vice President where she directs all operational areas within the company. What she finds most rewarding about CDM is the chance to learn something new every day. To Lori, every challenge is an opportunity for her and the company to grow.

Madeline Gaudreau

Job Titles:
  • Product Manager
  • CDM in 2022 As Product Manager
  • Product Manager Learn More
Madeline joined CDM in 2022 as Product Manager for QPL'd and commercial tactical communications lines (Viking, Eaton, Amphenol NEXUS and Amphenol PCD) along with Burton-brand subsea and ground-power interconnects. Located at CDM's Turnersville, NJ headquarters, Madeline enjoys the family atmosphere and knowing there is something new to learn every day. When not at CDM, Madeline enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Mike Stoever

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Marketing Specialist Learn More
Mike brought his unique background in sports and entertainment marketing to CDM's Turnersville office as a Marketing Associate in September 2015. From analyzing marketing data to keeping content fresh on CDM's website, Mike manages an extensive list of diverse responsibilities including CDM's weekly social media posts. As a highly motivated individual and a team player, Mike is always willing to lend his co-workers a hand with his unique abilities. But when Mike isn't helping CDM reach new marketing goals, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends as well as visiting the beach.

Nick Sarin

Job Titles:
  • Operations / Facilities Manager
Nick joined CDM's team as a Valued Added Engineer in 2010. Nick assists in overseeing all functional areas of the Turnersville facilities including manufacturing and quality to ensure CDM achieves customer experience goals. Some of Nick's previous contributions include CDM's groundbreaking modular and specialized production cells, and innovative overmolding program.

Nicolette Hall

Job Titles:
  • Director of Operations & Manufacturing Learn More
Nicolette joined CDM's team in 2016 as a Cable Assembler and with her drive and enthusiasm was promoted to Operations Assistant in 2018. Now as Director of Operations & Manufacturing based out of the Turnersville, NJ, production facility, Nicolette will oversee all day-to-day production and inventory management operations at our New Jersey headquarters including production planning, scheduling and resource management. Nicolette was not only a decorated high school athlete but also a two-time All American collegiate athlete and gives back to the community by mentoring and volunteer coaching youth sports at a local high school.

Raven Grant

Job Titles:
  • Associate
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Associate Electrical Engineer Learn More
  • CDM As an Assembly Technician
Raven joined CDM as an Assembly Technician in 2017 while pursuing her degree in electrical engineering. Raven's versatility and knowledge had her promoted to Associate Electrical Engineer in 2022 at CDM's Turnersville, NJ headquarters. As Associate Electrical Engineer, Raven supports the value added department with determining time standards and interpreting complex requirements, as well as working with AutoCAD and SolidWorks Light. What Raven enjoys the most about CDM is the nurturing environment and learning opportunities available. In her spare time, Raven enjoys traveling and spending time with her dog, Laila.

Regina Murphy

Job Titles:
  • Accounting Assistant
  • Accounting Assistant Learn More
Regina joined CDM's team in 2018 as an Accounting Assistant in Turnersville, NJ, with over 10 years' experience in the wireless electronics industry. Regina's diverse and fast-paced role has her working closely with all of CDM's functional areas for both her accounting functions and as an internal AS9100D auditor. Regina finds her coworkers make her job even more rewarding. When not assisting internal customers at CDM, Regina is a pet mom to four dogs and a Blue and Gold Macaw.

Robert Grzib

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Marketing Manager Learn More
With over 25 years of electronics experience, Robert joined CDM's team in 2012 as Product Manager at the Turnersville headquarters. In 2019, Robert was promoted to Marketing Manager to implement corporate branding and advertising strategies and organize communications functions across all channels. Robert loves how there is always something innovative happening at CDM, and enjoys exploring new relevant media to keep CDM's customers informed. When not at work, Robert gives back to the community by mentoring at a music education program for at-risk youth.

Sherry Meyer

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Outside Territory Account Manager Learn More
Sherry joined CDM's team as a receptionist in March 2009. However, Sherry's drive to excel and natural creativity has quickly moved her up the ranks in multiple Marketing and Sales positions, most recently company-wide Office Manager. As Outside Territory Account Manager, Sherry provides the best service and product solutions to her customers in Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Sherry's co-workers find her outgoing personality, exceptional skill-set and can-do attitude influential and motivating.

Taryn Schriver

Job Titles:
  • Government
  • Receptionist
  • Sales Account Manager
  • Government Sales Account Manager Learn More
Taryn joined CDM's team as a receptionist in 2000, where after years of dedication to the company Taryn was promoted to Inside Sales Territory Manager in 2011. Today as Government Sales Account Manager, Taryn focuses on Department of Defense and other government acquisition programs. Taryn is based out of CDM's Turnersville, NJ, headquarters where she gets to do the work she loves with the co-workers she considers family.

Wayne Hans

Job Titles:
  • Software Engineer III Learn More
Wayne joined CDM in 2019 as a Software Engineer I in our Turnersville, NJ, headquarters and brought with him 16 years of IT experience. Wayne writes the programs that support all aspects of CDM's software systems including consistent upgrades to sales, operations and production interfaces to optimize the CDM customers' experience. Wayne finds the professional yet relaxed atmosphere rewarding and feels his role at CDM is appreciated by the company and isn't treated as just another employee. When not at CDM, Wayne enjoys camping, the beach, and time spent with family.

William Carr

Job Titles:
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Warehouse Manager Learn More
With over 25 years of diverse experience in shipping, receiving, manufacturing and warehouse management, Bill joined CDM as a Parts Puller in 2014. Today as the Warehouse Manager at our Turnersville, NJ, operations facility, Bill oversees all of the product and materials receipts, storage, and shipments at CDM with a customer-centric viewpoint. Bill enjoys working for CDM as he considers the company as valuing its employees and providing opportunities for advancement. When not at work, Bill is listening to blues music or coaching soccer, baseball, football, basketball or hockey.

Zoe Browne

Job Titles:
  • Product Manager
  • Product Manager Learn More
Zoe joined CDM in 2021 as a Product Management Intern, however her personal drive and aptitude for electronics had her promoted to Product Manager in 2023. Zoe manages commercial interconnects, accessories and cable identification products at CDM's Turnersville, NJ global headquarters. Zoe views CDM as having a comfortable family environment where everyone works as a team, with support that encourages growth and doing things out of one's comfort zone. Zoe is a lifelong competitive dancer and avid reader.