@Hoss I don't blame the individual sales rep for the whole tranny promotion debacle, as I doubt he had any role in that choice. But sometimes you back the wrong horse, and you have to accept your losses. He will just have to get another job. At least he should, if he has any sense in him.
If he continues to back the horse that wants to quit, then he deserves to lose his livelihood. With his years of experience, he should be able to convert that to a new job. At least in theory.