J.Charles (asi/62985), a designer that crafts personalized awards, drinkware, and home and office products, has hired Jay Donlin to be its new vice president of sales and marketing.

Donlin has more than 25 years of experience in the awards and recognition industry. J.Charles, based in Kentucky near Cincinnati, said that he’s a recognized national leader in the space who has served on several industry associations and trade groups. That work includes being president emeritus of the Recognition Council/IMA Strategic Group, as well as past career roles as president, CEO, executive vice president of sales and marketing, and more.

The impressive track record is a pivotal reason why J.Charles is entrusting Donlin to lead its inside and outside sales teams, as well as the supplier’s marketing and branding team, company leaders said. “We look forward to Jay’s contributions as we stay laser-focused on delivering service excellence and providing our customers with unique gifts and awards using the latest technology and beautiful hand-crafted materials,” said Chuck Dyas, CEO of J.Charles, which is celebrating its 25th year in business.

Donlin said he’s thrilled to be aboard. “J.Charles has long been recognized as an industry leader in helping companies create emotional connections with their employees and helping great organizations communicate how much they value and appreciate their employees,” he said.