"We are excited that someone with Kathy's experience and industry expertise has joined Harvest House at this critical time when international markets are expanding," Harvest House Vice President of Sales John Constance said.

Landrum's publishing experience includes 12 years at Howard Books, most recently serving as a sales manager and overseeing a sales team of more than 200 account representatives through various regional and national gift market management groups.

Prior to working for Howard, Landrum operated her own media company and worked as a television account executive. Landrum's responsibilities at Harvest House will include oversight, development and management of international distributors, international retailers, ministry and other specialty market accounts. A professional speaker, Landrum established a ministry for single mothers.