HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Ebonite International, Inc. has added Jason Kosby to the company’s technical team as product development engineer, announced Randy Teitloff, vice president of research and development.

“Adding Jason to our team further allows Ebonite International to remain on the cutting edge of new technologies and the implementation of that technology in all of our brands, especially in relation to our reputation as a leader in coverstock innovations,” said Teitloff. “As a bowler, former pro shop operator and former employee of Columbia Industries, Jason will definitely strengthen our group and add a diversified background to our department.”

Kosby is a graduate of Florida State University with a degree in chemical engineering and a minor in physics. As a product development engineer with Ebonite International, he will be involved in the initial research and testing phases of new products as well as working with the department to advance the development of new coverstock options and their affect on ball performance. Kosby is also charged with identifying innovative solutions to improving the company’s products and processes.

Based in Hopkinsville, Kent., Ebonite International is a privately-owned company that currently services bowling centers, distributors and retail outlets both domestically and internationally. The company’s consumer product brands include Ebonite, Hammer, Robby’s, Columbia 300, Track and Powerhouse™. Its commercial product brands are Ebonite VanTech Capital Equipment, Vantage Genuine Parts and Ebonite Bowling Center Direct.