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 ruth@phcppros.com.

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AIM/R Rep Corner

RAM Session Garners Best Practices

Manufacturers and reps discuss manufacturer RSMs, e-commerce, recruiting the next generation and data analytics at the AIM/R annual conference.
January 6, 2020
Ruth Mitchell
Each year at the AIM/R annual conference, manufacturers and reps discuss best practices and industry trends in a session called the Rep and Manufacturer Roundtable (RAM).
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Gerber Plumbing Fixtures: Positioned for Success

Integrating Danze into the Gerber brand helps the global manufacturer surge forward in the decorative market and solidifies its commitment to wholesale distributors.
January 6, 2020
Ruth Mitchell
Globe Union is one of the largest suppliers of plumbing products in the world. Headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan, it oversees an impressive 5 million square feet of manufacturing, assembly and distribution facilities located on three continents and in nine countries. 
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It's Showtime!

Design & Construction Week feature two of the hottest industry shows.
January 6, 2020
Ruth Mitchell
Las Vegas is the stage and backdrop for Design & Construction Week (DCW), taking place Jan. 21–23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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Ferguson: Investing in People to Build Success

The distributor takes on the challenge of understanding customers’ pain points and finding innovative methods to address them.
November 29, 2019
Ruth Mitchell
Ferguson is the largest wholesale distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S. The company is also a major distributor of HVAC equipment, fire protection systems, waterworks and industrial products and services.
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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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