NORWOOD, Mass. — Jay Kress has been named vice president of channel sales at Aircuity, which provides airflow optimization technology.

Kress brings a wealth of experience in sales leadership and strategic partnerships that will help the company’s network of channel partners continue to grow in the market, a press release from Aircuity said. Kress has a proven track record of driving results through collaborative, innovative approaches, and will be instrumental in supporting and expanding relationships, the company said.

In his new role, Kress will focus on new construction projects and assisting Aircuity’s channel partners with the opportunities to provide clients with installations that assist them in meeting their goals. Before joining Aircuity, Kress was vice president of sales at 75F, a company focused on providing energy-efficient building solutions through internet-of-things-based automation for HVAC systems. He also spent 10 years at smart home technology company ecobee.

“Jay’s extensive experience and proven track record in sales leadership make him a great fit for Aircuity as we continue to expand our channel partnerships and support our clients’ energy-efficiency goals,” said Aircuity CEO Dan Diehl. “His deep understanding of building controls and strategic sales leadership will be invaluable in helping our partners deliver exceptional solutions that optimize indoor environments and drive energy savings.”