Electrical distributor Graybar, St. Louis, Missouri, has named Andrew C. Ipson as vice president – strategic accounts, effective April 1.

Ipson has nearly 22 years of industry experience. He currently serves as director, electrical sales in Graybar’s southwest district, with responsibility for growth throughout the state of California. Ipson started his career in 1999 with Consolidated Electrical Distributors and has advanced through several leadership roles with Graybar since joining the company in 2008.

“We congratulate Andy on his promotion,” said Graybar’s Senior Vice President – Sales, David G. Maxwell. “Andy is highly respected for his leadership and his ability to achieve positive results for Graybar and our customers. I look forward to working with him to grow our business by providing exceptional service and bringing innovative solutions to our strategic account customers.”