Through diligence and
perseverance Al Kayes started one of the best sales agencies in Ohio
and one that is very well known nationally. Al retired from active
employment with the company in 1982 and died in May of 1985.
Tom Gilliam joined the
company in 1968 and purchased the company in 1975. His previous experience
included sales and territory management positions with Baldwin Filters,
and Wilkinson Sword, Ltd., introducing a revolutionary razor blade
that changed the way America shaves. Tom has recently served on the
ASIA/AAIA Board of Directors and has been Chairman of the Manufacturers'
Rep. Division.
Pat Sheffer joined the
company in 1985 and purchased the company in December 2002. His previous
experience included sales as a Manufacturers Representative in E.
Pennsylvania, Regional Manager for Cal-Van Tools and Automobile Sales
for Sheffer Ford.