Kingsland Coombs has over 30 years of experience in the electronics industry, joining Control Sales in 2012 with the merger of his previous rep firm, Coombs Associates. Kingsland spent his early career at Motorola, Inc. in semiconductor sales and holds a BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois, as well as an MBA from DePaul University. An active member of several rep councils, Kingsland was invited into the ERA White Pin Group in 2019 in recognition of his industry service.

A recognized expert in demand creation, Kingsland has extensive product knowledge across a wide range of technologies, including switches, interconnect, relays, sensors, power solutions, and displays. His deep understanding of these products allows him to deliver innovative solutions to customers and drive growth for the principals he represents.

Kingsland is poised to lead Control Sales into the future by prioritizing technical training, value-driven selling, and the strategic use of Principal resources—leveraging both technical expertise and digital tools. Under his leadership, Control Sales is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for electro-mechanical solutions across high-growth industries, including aerospace, off-road vehicles, power controls, factory automation, food equipment, and medical devices.

When he is not working, Kingsland enjoys strength training, tennis, golf, following Chicago sports teams, and spending time with his family.

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Diana Nawrocki joined the Control Sales team in 2020, following the merger of her rep firm, ESA Technical Marketing. With over 20 years of outside sales experience in the electro-mechanical product space, Diana has worked with major OEMs across Illinois and Wisconsin, delivering exceptional results and building lasting partnerships. A graduate of Lake Forest College with a degree in Business and Sociology/Anthropology, Diana also competed as a collegiate swimmer, demonstrating her drive and commitment early on.

Diana brings expertise in LED solutions, connectors, sensors, power solutions, and transformers and magnetics. Her product knowledge and customer-focused approach enable her to provide tailored solutions and drive demand creation for the principals she represents.

In her spare time, Diana enjoys staying active, prioritizing fitness, and spending quality time with her family.

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Dave Miller joined Control Sales in 2001, bringing extensive field sales experience from both a distributor and another local rep firm. He covers a large portion of the Chicagoland area, the southern suburbs, and central Illinois, building strong relationships with OEMs across the region.

Dave has vast experience across a broad range of electro-mechanical components, including interconnect solutions, passives, solid-state relays, sensors, and power solutions. He also has expertise in consumer products and industrial applications, particularly in food equipment, security, transportation, and wire & cable. His deep product knowledge and hands-on approach make him a valuable partner for customers seeking tailored solutions.

In his spare time, Dave enjoys playing golf, supporting local charities, and spending time with his dog.

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John Ivey joined Control Sales in 2017 and brings over 30 years of experience in the electronics industry. Before joining the team, John held key component sales roles with premier representatives and distributors in Wisconsin and New Jersey. Based out of our Brookfield, Wisconsin office, John manages a territory that spans the greater Milwaukee area, northern Wisconsin, and Minnesota, building strong relationships with OEMs and distributors alike.

John has product knowledge across a wide range of components, including switches, sensors, relays, circuit protection, passives, thermal management, and interconnect solutions. With a strong background in medical and industrial applications, John has worked with controls, power systems, food equipment, factory automation, packaging equipment, and more. His ability to navigate complex sales cycles and provide value-added solutions makes him a trusted resource for his customers.

When he’s not on the road, John enjoys biking and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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Mary Trumbo joined Control Sales in 2021, bringing over 25 years of experience in sales and management roles across the electronic, electrical, and communications industries. Prior to joining Control Sales, Mary held key leadership positions, including Regional Sales Manager at Sensata IS from 2015 to 2020 and District Manager at WESCO Distribution from 2012 to 2015, where she played a critical role in sales strategy, customer engagement, and business development. She also spent several years as a Branch Manager at WESCO, leading teams and driving sales growth in key markets.

Mary has deep product knowledge in switches, sensors, relays, transformers, and magnetics. With vast experience in industrial applications, Mary has worked extensively with applications in factory automation, transportation, and agriculture industries. Her strong relationships with customers and suppliers make her a valuable partner in helping clients navigate complex product and supply chain decisions.

A long-time resident of Cedar Rapids, Mary covers Iowa and the Quad Cities, providing hands-on support to OEMs across the region.

In her spare time, Mary enjoys cooking, gardening, and exploring new places with her husband on their e-bikes.

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Susan Leager joined Control Sales in 2018, bringing over 25 years of industry experience in sales and distribution. Prior to joining Control Sales, she spent 24 years at Arrow Electronics as a Sales & Marketing Representative, where she built and maintained influential customer and supplier relationships.

In her current role at Control Sales, Susan actively engages with strategic distributors to increase brand awareness, generate buddy calls, and identify target accounts. She facilitates distributor trainings, technical shows, and lead generation efforts to strengthen partnerships and drive sales growth. Additionally, Susan collaborates closely with branch managers to promote new product lines, ensuring strong distributor engagement and support for Control Sales’ expanding portfolio.

Based out of Brookfield, Wisconsin, Susan manages relationships with distributor branches across Illinois and Wisconsin, ensuring seamless collaboration between manufacturers and their distribution partners.

Beyond her professional role, Susan is an Advisory Board Member & U.S. Chapter Council Lead for Women in Electronics, where she helps advance women in the industry through mentorship, leadership development, and networking initiatives.

Susan enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and volunteering.

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Lisa Yakes joined Control Sales in 2020, bringing over 20 years of experience in inside sales and distribution coordination with a leading Chicago-area rep firm. Her deep industry knowledge and commitment to customer service make her a valuable asset to the team.

In her current role, Lisa provides comprehensive customer and sales support, ensuring seamless opportunity management and distribution coordination. For select principals, she oversees quotes, samples, orders, inquiries, and special pricing, while maintaining opportunity databases and tracking commissions and splits. Additionally, Lisa plays a key role in distributor engagement, managing registrations, coordinating activities, and assisting with training and trade shows. Leveraging her technical expertise and analytical skills, she evaluates first-time buy activity, identifies emerging accounts, and contributes to strategic business reviews with her proficiency in Office 365 and data analysis.

Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her rescue pup, Jetson.

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Julie Coombs has been with Control Sales since October 2012, managing all financial and administrative activities while supporting the sales team with business intelligence tools and workflows. With a background in both finance and operations, Julie has designed and implemented streamlined processes to enhance the efficiency of the team and improve overall business performance.

Prior to Control Sales, Julie worked at Coombs Associates, Inc. for over four years, contributing her expertise in sales support and office administration. She also held key positions in financial management at Platinum Technology and Pansophic Systems, where she coordinated audits, financial reporting, and SEC filings for publicly held companies.

Julie’s broad experience in both finance and sales support makes her an invaluable resource to the team at Control Sales.

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