Turf Tek, a leading provider of premium synthetic turf
systems in the New York tri-state area, is pleased to announce that John Franchi has joined the company as Director of Business Development. Franchi
will help Turf Tek expand its growing athletic, recreational, and commercial
projects while strengthening partnerships with schools, municipalities, and
athletic organizations across Long Island and beyond.
Franchi brings more than 33 years of experience in education,
coaching, and athletic administration, including over two decades as Athletic
Director for the Bethpage School District. He has extensive experience managing
large-scale projects, guiding teams, and creating high-quality athletic
environments, making him well-suited for this new role.
"John's expertise in athletic programs and facility
development aligns perfectly with our mission to provide durable,
high-performance synthetic turf solutions for a wide range of applications," said
Chris Triolo, Managing Partner at Turf Tek. "As demand grows for outdoor
solutions that combine safety, performance, and low maintenance, John will play
a key role in helping our clients bring their projects to life."
A graduate of C.W. Post College, Franchi earned his Bachelor
of Science in 1991, followed by a Master's Degree in Health Education and a
second Master's Degree in School Administration. His leadership and service
throughout his career have been widely recognized. He is a former President of
the Section 8 High School Athletic Association, a recipient of the New York
State Athletic Director of the Year Award, and a longtime member of the Section
8 Athletic Council and Executive Committee.
In addition to his administrative work, Franchi helped lead
the development of state-of-the-art athletic facilities in the Bethpage School
District. His ability to oversee complex projects and translate vision into
high-quality results complements Turf Tek's NextGen Field System, the company's
proprietary installation method that delivers safe, long-lasting, and
high-performance athletic fields.
"I'm thrilled to join Turf Tek and help communities,
schools, and organizations create outdoor spaces that maximize performance and
usability," said Franchi. "The company's focus on innovative synthetic turf
solutions makes this a great opportunity to bring meaningful, lasting results
to a wide range of projects."
In his role, Franchi will lead business development, foster
partnerships with school districts, municipalities, and commercial clients, and
support the design and implementation of Turf Tek's innovative systems.
