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Ruth Mitchell

Ruth Mitchell

Ruth Mitchell has spent 20+ years with ASA, the national organization that serves wholesaler distributors and their suppliers in the PHCP — PVF industry. As director of Meetings and Conventions, she conceptualized and executed opportunities for members to connect and network with their industry partners. Her industry knowledge and experience makes her a perfect fit as editor for the number one publication serving wholesalers and distributors in the PHCP community, The Wholesaler. Ruth can be reached at [email protected].

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Making an Impact through Integrity and Respect

Don Maloney’s mark is an amazing legacy – actually one that is in his blood.
November 29, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
When we look at individuals for consideration as The Wholesaler’s Person of The Year, we focus on leaders, change-makers and those behind the scene who have made a positive impact on the industry. We look for that special something a person has that helps innovate the wholesale distribution sector. 
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AIM/R Annual Conference Hits Home Run

The annual event was packed with robust programming, providing immediate takeaways, having a tremendous impact on business and life.
November 5, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
“Craft Your Vision” was the theme to the 47th Annual AIM/R Conference, held September 11 - 14, 2019, at the Walt Disney World Swan hotel in Orlando.
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Mill-Rose: A Century of Excellence

The gift of agility transformed a confectionary store into the largest manufacturer of twisted wire brushes and other products for the PHCP industry.
November 5, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
The company is run by fourth-generation family member Greg Miller, who has been in the business for many years. He was appointed president upon the unexpected loss of his father in late 2018.
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85 Years of Coburn Supply Co.

85 Years of Coburn Supply Co.
October 8, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
A belief in family, employees, and hard work established this company, and is also the reason Coburn Supply has remained successful in business. At a celebration for its 85th year in business - there wasn’t a dry eye in the room.
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Partnership With Purpose

Porter Pipe is a wholesaler that invests in its team members and community.
September 4, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
Established in 1976, Porter Pipe, a family-owned and operated wholesale distributor based in Addison, IL, serves commercial and industrial mechanical, plumbing and manufacturing markets throughout the Chicagoland, Northwest Indiana and Indianapolis, Rockford, Southern Wisconsin and Eastern Iowa markets.
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Connecting with ASA President Steve Cook

He talks about ASA and how it is helping to grow the industry channel in the next 50 years.
September 4, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
This year, the American Supply Association (ASA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary.  Its president, Steve Cook, CEO of Northeastern Supply, has led the association through its banner year — at a grueling pace.
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Elkay Manufacturing: Building a Foundation of Trust and Integrity

As the manufacturer celebrates its centennial in the plumbing industry, we look back at 100 years of quality, innovation and lasting relationships with customers and employees.
September 4, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
Chicago, 1920. The city, having spent many years rebuilding itself from the devastating Chicago Fire in the late 1800s, was on a path to branding itself a major metropolis. There was a surge in residential and commercial construction, and many companies took part in this massive growth opportunity. 
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NEUCO Opens New Headquarters and Distribution Center

NEUCO Opens New Headquarters and Distribution Center

Growth and service drives need for a new 145,000-sq.-ft. facility to handle 53,000 SKUs.
August 19, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
The company, which began in 1963 and started by carrying one product line, now stocks more than 275 HVACR product lines such as Honeywell, Johnson Controls and Danfoss.
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Repco Associates: From the Underground Up

With a highly trained and educated team of associates, Repco is a solutions-based provider for commercial plumbing needs, celebrating a half century in business.
August 8, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
A manufacturer’s salesforce can take many forms — internal sales, external sales or partner with a manufacturer’s rep firm to represent the company and its brand.  A manufacturer’s representative is an integral part of the industry channel and  an extension of the brands it represents. 
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Q & A with Rick Root, AIM/R President

A look inside the AIM/R organization, and how it remains relevant to the changing needs of its members.
August 8, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
We asked Rick Root, principal at Bailey Sales & Associates and the current AIM/R president, to discuss the industry, and how AIM/R continues to be the go-to resource for rep excellence. 
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