Welcome to the Team, Dawn Pribbernow

We’re excited to introduce Dawn Pribbernow, who has joined Control Sales as our new Director of Distribution.

Dawn brings a deep background in distribution and channel sales, with experience at industry-leading organizations including Hughes-Peters, Arrow Electronics, and Avnet. Over the years, she has built strong partnerships across the supply chain and developed a sharp understanding of how to connect manufacturers, distributors, and customers in a way that drives real results.

She’s known for being both strategic and hands-on—someone who understands the big picture but also knows how to roll up her sleeves and make things happen. That combination makes her a great fit for our team and for the partners we support across Illinois and Wisconsin.

“Dawn has spent most of her career on the distribution side, and that perspective is incredibly valuable to our principals and customers,” said Kingsland Coombs. “She understands what it takes to build strong, aligned partnerships, and we’re excited to have her leading that effort for Control Sales.”

In her new role, Dawn will focus on strengthening our distributor relationships, aligning strategy across our lines, and continuing to elevate the level of service we provide.

We’re very excited to have her on board.

Thank You, Susan Leager

At the same time, we’re saying thank you—and congratulations—to Susan Leager, who will be retiring at the end of May.

Susan joined Control Sales in 2018 and quickly became a cornerstone of our distribution strategy. With decades of experience, including her time at Arrow Electronics, she brought both expertise and credibility to every relationship she touched.

More importantly, Susan brought a steady, thoughtful approach to the role. She built strong connections with our distributor partners, supported our principals with consistency and professionalism, and became someone our entire team relied on.

“Susan has been an integral part of Control Sales for the past several years,” said Kingsland Coombs. “Her experience, relationships, and leadership have made a real difference for our company and our partners. We’re incredibly grateful for everything she’s done and wish her all the best in retirement.”

Looking Ahead

We’re incredibly grateful for everything Susan has contributed, and we’re excited about what’s ahead with Dawn stepping into this role. With a strong foundation and fresh perspective, we’re looking forward to continuing to grow and strengthen our partnerships across the region.

Please join us in wishing Susan a wonderful retirement and giving Dawn a warm welcome to Control Sales.

After more than two decades of dedicated service to Control Sales—and a successful career in the electronics industry—we are honored to celebrate the upcoming retirement of Dave Miller, Account Manager for the Chicagoland region, the southern suburbs, and central Illinois.

Dave joined Control Sales in 2001, bringing with him extensive field sales experience from both a major distributor and another respected local rep firm. From day one, he has been a trusted partner to customers and principals alike, building strong, lasting relationships with OEMs across the region.

Throughout his tenure, Dave has leveraged his deep expertise across a wide range of electro-mechanical components, including interconnect solutions, passives, solid-state relays, sensors, and power solutions. His product knowledge extends beyond the technical—Dave has an ability to understand each customer’s unique challenges and deliver tailored recommendations that make a tangible difference. His experience in industrial applications—especially in food equipment, security, transportation, and wire & cable—has made him an invaluable resource for countless engineers and purchasing teams.

Outside of work, Dave is known for his love of golf, his involvement in local charities, and his loyal companionship with his dogs. We know he’s looking forward to enjoying more time on the course, giving back to the community, and embracing the next chapter with the same enthusiasm he brought to his career.

Please join us in celebrating Dave’s outstanding contributions and wishing him all the best in his well-deserved retirement. His professionalism and friendship have made a lasting impact, and he will be greatly missed by colleagues, customers, and partners throughout the industry.

Thank you, Dave, for 24 years of dedication to Control Sales!

Please join us in celebrating Dave’s outstanding career and wishing him the very best in this next chapter. He would love to hear from colleagues, customers, and friends—feel free to send your well wishes to him at DaveM@controlsales.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-miller-5585613/.

Effective immediately, the new address for our Illinois office is:

Control Sales, Inc.
3701 Algonquin Road, Suite 520
Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008

 All other contact information remains the same. We look forward to your next visit!

Control Sales is proud to announce our appointment as the Manufacturers’ Representative for Electroswitch in Illinois and Wisconsin. Electroswitch Electronic Products, a division of Electro Switch Corp, has been delivering highly reliable, fully engineered switch solutions and custom value-added services since 1986.

Offering the industry’s most extensive range of standard and custom electromechanical switches—including rotary, toggle, pushbutton, and rocker designs—Electroswitch products are trusted in critical electronic applications around the globe. The company’s strength lies in its ability to provide custom-designed solutions tailored to meet virtually any customer requirement across a wide array of industries.

“We are excited about the opportunities this partnership brings,” said Kingsland Coombs, President of Control Sales. “Electroswitch’s high-quality product line, much of which is manufactured in the USA, is a perfect complement to our premier electromechanical offering. With our extensive experience in switches, we’re confident in our ability to bring immediate value to our customers.

We are excited to announce that Greg Gorsuch has joined Control Sales as Account Manager for Wisconsin, stepping into the role following the upcoming retirement of John Ivey on May 31, 2025.

Greg brings with him a strong background in sales leadership, account management, and business development, with a particular focus on the electronics and defense sectors. Most recently, he served as an Aftermarket Sales & Proposal Analyst at Fairbanks Morse Defense, where he led cross-functional teams and developed multi-million-dollar proposals aligned with both business goals and customer needs. Prior to that, Greg spent seven years at Bisco Industries in various sales and management roles, overseeing hundreds of client accounts and driving consistent revenue growth.

Greg is known for his strategic mindset, relationship-building skills, and commitment to demand creation. His hands-on experience managing complex sales cycles and optimizing pricing strategies will allow him to quickly adapt to the needs of the dynamic OEMs in his territory.

Based in Wisconsin, Greg will be serving customers throughout the greater Milwaukee area, central and northern Wisconsin. He is eager to connect with our OEM and distributor partners and continue the tradition of customer-first service that John Ivey exemplified throughout his tenure.

Please join us in welcoming Greg to the team! You can reach him at ggorsuch@controlsales.com or through the Brookfield office at (262) 797-9500 x203.

After more than three decades of dedicated service to the electronics industry—and eight impactful years with Control Sales—we are both proud and a bit reflective to announce that John Ivey, Account Manager for Wisconsin, will be retiring on May 31, 2025.

John joined Control Sales in 2017, bringing with him a wealth of experience from key sales roles with premier manufacturers’ representatives and distributors in both Wisconsin and New Jersey. From our Brookfield, Wisconsin office, John has built and nurtured long-standing relationships with OEMs and distributors across the greater Milwaukee area, and both central and northern Wisconsin.

Known for his extensive product knowledge—from switches, sensors, and relays to thermal management and interconnect solutions—John has consistently delivered value-added expertise, particularly in the medical and industrial sectors. Whether helping a customer navigate a complex sales cycle or developing solutions for factory automation, food equipment, or packaging systems, John has been a trusted and respected partner to all who’ve had the pleasure of working with him.

Outside of work, John is an outdoorsman and enjoys spending time in the kitchen trying out new recipes. We know he’s looking forward to more time to explore both passions in retirement.

Please join us in celebrating John’s outstanding career and wishing him the very best in this next chapter. He would love to hear from colleagues, customers, and friends—feel free to send your well wishes to him at JIvey@ControlSales.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-ivey-99b4261b/.

Thank you, John, for your many years of commitment, professionalism, and friendship. You’ll be greatly missed!

Control Sales is proud to announce the addition of Larry Fleischman as our new Account Manager for the Southeast Wisconsin territory. Larry joins us with over 20 years of experience in field applications engineering and sales, having held key positions at Avnet, Heilind and Future Electronics. Larry earned his B.S. in Biomedical (Electrical) Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, bringing both technical expertise and practical experience to his new role.

Kingsland Coombs, President of Control Sales, shared his enthusiasm for the new hire:
“I am thrilled to welcome a professional of Larry’s caliber to our team. His deep technical knowledge and ability to tackle complex applications make him an invaluable resource for our customers and principals. Larry’s unique insight will also drive demand creation across our product lines, further strengthening our partnerships.”

Larry expressed his excitement about joining Control Sales, saying:
“Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of teaching in both academic and professional settings. Those experiences have sharpened my technical communication skills—an essential foundation for success in field applications engineering and sales. I enjoy collaborating with design engineers, delivering product training, and resolving technical challenges.

“Having grown up in a small farming community and lived in larger cities, I bring a strong work ethic and small-town values to every workplace. I’m eager to serve and support the talented engineers of Southeast Wisconsin.”

Please join us in welcoming Larry to the Control Sales team!