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Back in 1995, Cornelius faced a choice: get a job and go to college in the evenings or join the Air Force if the first plan didn’t work out. The job he got was as a receiving clerk at Adams Elevators, where he soon advanced to customer service and had the opportunity to learn from some of our industry’s legends, inspiring him to pursue a career in the elevator business. A few years later, he joined Formula Systems where he most recently served as Vice President of Elevator Sales.   

Today, with 30 years of experience in the elevator industry, Cornelius is joining CEDES to handle the entire elevator and escalator portfolio and develop our business in the North American market. “I made the decision to come on board because of CEDES‘ unwavering commitment to putting customers first, as well as the company’s dedication to advancing the industry through innovative technology, like IoT-enabled hardware and digital products,” he shares. We are thrilled to have such a dedicated, forward-thinking and warm-hearted professional join our sales team.  

Cornelius has never looked back on his decision to enter the elevator industry – a field he describes as being defined by camaraderie and mutual respect. To give back to the community that “feels like home,” he has actively contributed to organizations such as CEA, NAEC, and EESF, serving on the EESF board for 14 years. His greatest passions include teaching kids about elevator safety and creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation.

Welcome to the CEDES Team, Cornelius!