Nobis Industrial Sales is a rep organization serving manufacturers of electromechanical and power transmission components. We offer the technical expertise and industry knowledge necessary to grow business as directed by our principals. Our sales people are committed to a solution-oriented approach to sales and relationship building
Our Company
Who We Are
What We Do
Our transparent approach to business encourages confident product selection and decision making.
Where We Work
Our Team
Kenny Nobis
Columbus, Ohio
Nobis Industrial Sales was formed in 2009, expanding Kenny’s relationships working for another Manufacturer’s Representative. Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Kenny graduated from Xavier University with degrees in Marketing and Psychology.
A natural entrepreneur, Kenny is a leading salesperson and business consultant for our manufacturers. Early career achievement selling material handling equipment and technologies has provided the basis for his current role focus specifying electromechanical components. He is responsible for key accounts and territories in Northeast Ohio and Eastern Michigan.
David Murphy, CPMR
Ft. Wayne, Indiana
David Murphy joined Nobis Industrial Sales in 2014. Raised in Louisville, KY and Clearwater, FL; David currently resided in Ft Wayne, IN. An alum of the University of Central Florida, he studied electrical engineering and business management.
David’s strengths include procedural development, information technology, product specification, and relationship building. He speaks several languages and is trained in Six Sigma DMAIC process improvement. In addition to his organizational duties, David works with the PTRA’s Board of Directors and manages our relationships with the MCMA and AHTD. David’s territory includes Western Michigan, Northern Indiana, and portions of Ohio.
Ken Moore
Cincinnati, Ohio
Ken Moore joined Nobis Industrial Sales in 2021. He was born and raised in North Canton, Ohio and currently resides in the Cincinnati area. Ken is an Alum of Bowling Green State University and studied business marketing.
Prior to joining Nobis, Ken spent 9 years working for a manufacturer and he has a background in power transmission and material handling sales. Ken’s strengths include relationship building, material handling applications, and finding the right solution for his customers. He covers Southwest Ohio, Southern Indiana, and Kentucky.
David Birr
Michigan
David Birr brings a strong background in industrial sales and territory development across Michigan, with experience in automotive, food & beverage, manufacturing, and material-handling sectors. He holds a technical certification in polymer engineering, which supports his work with bearings, plastics, belts, and conveyor components.
Before joining Nobis, David worked in technical sales, building trust with maintenance, engineering, and production teams while supporting OEMs and integrators. His focus is on expanding market share through distributor engagement, OEM specification, and
responsive service.
Lyndi Miller
Columbus, Ohio
Lyndi Miller joined Nobis Industrial Sales in 2025 and serves as the Office Manager. Originally from Dayton Ohio, Lyndi lived many years in Columbus, Ohio and later in Park City, UT for several years. In 2018, Lyndi returned to Columbus Ohio to be near family.
Prior to joining Nobis Industrial, Lyndi spent 14 years working in medicine as a Physician Assistant in Utah and Columbus, Ohio. With a blended family of 5 kids, Lyndi wanted a change of pace and stepped away from medicine to pursue other passions, which include organizing and office management.
Zach Ruppel
Columbus, Ohio
Zach Ruppel joined Nobis Industrial in 2018 and serves as the company’s Inside Sales Support. A native of Southeast Ohio and current resident of Columbus, Ohio, Zach brings with him a wealth of knowledge relating to organizational administration, development, and marketing.
Zach graduated from Ohio University with a degree in education and has furthered his studies with advanced training in Collaborative Technology from The Ohio State University and Office and Business Management certifications from Ashland University.