Ariston Group Expands US Sales Team with Two Regional Sales Managers

Rob Mahoney and Ron Johnson will lead sales efforts in the Northeast and Southeast as Ariston grows its U.S. presence in heat pump and commercial water heating products.

July 9, 2026

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Ariston names Rob Mahoney and Ron Johnson as Regional Sales Managers for the Northeast and Southeast
Both will focus on expanding sales of heat pump, glass-lined and stainless-steel water heating products
The appointments support Ariston's strategy to grow its US presence as adoption of heat pump water heating technology increases

PROVIDENCE, RI — Ariston Group has appointed Rob Mahoney and Ron Johnson as Regional Sales Managers to support the company's continued expansion in the US water heating market.

Mahoney will oversee the Northeast region, while Johnson will manage sales across the Southeast. Both will focus on growing Ariston's market presence with heat pump water heaters and the company's glass-lined and stainless-steel water heating product lines.

Industry Veterans Take on Regional Leadership Roles

Based in New York, Mahoney brings more than 20 years of sales experience to Ariston.

“This is an opportunity to work with a global leader in water heating solutions for over 90 years and help them create the same awareness and legacy in the United States,’’ Mahoney said. “Additionally, I’ll be teaming up with Mike Sokaris, Ariston’s Vice President of Sales. I was lucky enough to work with him in a previous role and I believe in his vision to create a strong presence for the brand in the market and fully expect that he will lead Ariston to be a relevant player here in the United States.”

Johnson, who is based in Florida, also brings decades of sales experience and most recently served as Ariston's National Training Manager for water heating products.

Focus on Heat Pump Adoption and Product Growth

“This presents an opportunity to build on the Ariston momentum in the area where I live and the ability to reconnect with customers in those markets,’’ Johnson said. “Ariston and its brands have an opportunity to bring various products, co-developed by several engineering groups all over the world, and they will provide years of service to consumers. We have products that are lifetime warranty products and can provide products for any job, from two-gallon tanks to units that will deliver up to 48,000 gallons per hour.”

Mahoney and Johnson will report to Vice President of Sales Mike Sokaris as Ariston continues expanding its presence in the North American heat pump and water heating markets.

“As we build market share in the US, Rob and Ron will play important roles for Ariston, especially as more consumers adopt heat pump technology,’’ Sokaris said. “We feel they bring the experience and the passion to help showcase Ariston’s quality in water heating and heat pump technology.”

To learn more visit www.ariston.com/en-us.

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