April Lampert joins Hot Octopuss as Global Head of Sales
Hot Octopuss, has appointed April Lampert as Global Head of Sales. Lampert, the 2016 Xbiz Woman of the Year, will be taking the lead on the brand’s expansion, as it looks to increase its global footprint and introduce an array of new products to its product line in 2017. Lampert previously held the role of Director of Sales at sex toy manufacturer, Fun Factory USA Inc, where she played a pivotal part in tripling annual sales from 2012, to 2015.
Announcing the appointment today, Hot Octopuss co-founder and creator of PULSE, Adam Lewis said, “Hot Octopuss is at a pivotal point in its development and so we need the most brilliant people in the business to support us with the next part of our journey. Lampert is just that and we’re thrilled to have her on board. Given Lampert’s excellent credentials, passion and fit with the brand, I am confident she will exceed all of our expectations and steer Hot Octopuss towards becoming a major player within the sector.”
The hire comes as the company, now in its fourth year of production, continues to invest in expansion following the recent launch of its PULSE III range. In Spring 2017, the brand will also be launching its first women only sex toy, the ‘Queen Bee’.
Lampert added: “I am thrilled to be joining the Hot Octopuss team, who I believe will play a significant part in shaping the future of our industry. The brands that excite me the most are those that refuse to stand still and are willing to take risks, innovate and push boundaries, which is exactly what inspired me about Hot Octopuss. 2017 is an exciting year for the brand and I cannot wait to come on board and help propel them to new heights of success.”
All Hot Octopuss products are available to purchase via the Hot Octopuss website, and through various retailers worldwide. April can be contacted on her new email address april.lampert@hotoctopuss.com.