News CANADIAN NEWS July 09, 2026
Starline Promotes Michael Newman to Director of National Accounts
Newman joined the Counselor Top 40 supplier nearly a decade ago.
Key Takeaways
• Counselor Top 40 supplier Starline (asi/89320; Canada, 89213) has promoted Michael Newman to director of national accounts, tapping the industry veteran to build on the company’s momentum with key customers after leading Northeast sales since 2018.
• The promotion reflects Starline’s continued investment in strategic account management as the supplier looks to strengthen relationships with major clients.
Counselor Top 40 supplier Starline (asi/89320; Canada, 89213) has promoted Michael Newman to the position of director of national accounts.
Newman joined Starline in September 2018 as director of Northeast sales.
Michael Newman, Starline (asi/89320; Canada, 89213)
“Mike is an excellent combination of effort and enthusiasm, and I’m confident these qualities will help us sustain and build on the strong momentum we’ve generated with these key accounts,” said Starline CRO Brian DeBottis. “As our highly productive director of Northeast sales, he has consistently delivered results, and I look forward to seeing him drive even greater success on a national stage.”
Newman has nearly 15 years of experience in the industry, including time spent with Counselor Top 40 supplier Vantage Apparel (asi/93390; Canada, 93391) in both inside and regional sales.
With 2024 North American promotional product revenue of $61.3 million, Starline, a Counselor Best Place to Work, ranks 30th on Counselor’s list of the largest suppliers in the industry. The new list is due out later this month.