Agilix Solutions (St. Louis, MO)

Frank Lane was promoted to VP of East Region. He has been with Agilix for 13 years and brings more than 31 years of industry experience to the role. Since joining the company as an account manager in 2013, he has advanced through a series of leadership positions, serving as branch manager for Washington, MO, before being promoted to district manager of East Region in 2024.

Agilix Solutions’ East Region encompasses the St. Louis, Washington and Columbia branches in Missouri, as well as the Quincy, IL, branch. As regional VP, Lane will provide strategic leadership, partnering with branch teams to drive growth, strengthen customer relationships, and ensure operational excellence across the region.

“Frank has earned the respect of our colleagues, customers, and manufacturing partners through his leadership and commitment to excellence,” said Dave Armstrong, senior VP of Sales, in the press release. “Throughout his career with Agilix, he has consistently developed strong teams, built lasting customer relationships, and delivered results. He is the right person to guide the East Region into its next chapter, and I look forward to seeing the continued success of the East Region under his leadership.”

Prior to joining Agilix, Lane spent 18 years as an industrial electrician, giving him first-hand experience with the challenges customers face every day. That practical background, combined with his leadership experience, has helped him build strong, engaged teams.

Agilix Solutions is one of the 50 largest electrical supply distributors in the United States, and a leading distributor of products and services to the industrial, commercial and construction markets. Founded in 2021 through the merger of French Gerleman and IAC Supply Solutions, the company’s legacy spans nearly 130 years, providing products and solutions for customers through countless shifts in technology and workplace needs.

Agilix has longstanding partnerships with leading manufacturers of automation, electrical, datacom, power transmission, safety, industrial supply, lighting and solar solutions, and a team of tenured specialists to serve customers’ needs today and into the future. It operates 13 branches across six states.