Robert-James Sales, Inc. PIPELINE Issue 49 March 2014 Utah Branch This is a picture of the Rainbow Bridge and Lake Powell. Pictured from the left is Eric DeVries, Priscilla Lister, Alan Keefe, and David Nichols. Utah's Warehouse
Meet the Utah Staff! Issue 49 Utah Edition Hi! My name is Eric DeVries, I transferred out to Salt Lake from our Chicago branch early last year in 2013. This has been the best move for my family with dual appreciation toward both Robert-James Sales as well as our welcoming church home out here, Prince of Peace (popslc.org) which is a sister congregation to the church in Palos Heights back in the Chicago area (mentioned in Issue 41 March, 2012 PIPELINE.) Because not finding a healthy church that is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod would have honestly been a deal breaker for me, this leap out west. This was also a concern. But our new church family out here has made the transition for her, our daughter Priscilla and I so comfortable, the mere thought of going back is not even in question. With the scenery, landscape, culture, and the new family out here just west of the Rockies, all we want to do is encourage everyone we know to move out near us rather than us wishing to be back with them. My family and I are very pleased with this move and want to thank Robert-James for making this scary yet exciting transition into the unknown possible. It has been very much worth it. Thank you. made me a bit nervous at first. This church not only made a great first impression, it has surpassed all of my/our expectations. Although I have moved around a bit before my years with Robert-James with mostly the Marine Corps and can find enjoyment and excitement in a big move, my wife Kristene has never been much more than walking distance from her home and family for any extended period of time before this Is the most important person in our company. Is a human being with feelings like our own. Deserves our most courteous and attentive treatment. Does not interrupt our work; he/she is the purpose of it. Brings us his/her needs; it is our job to fulfill them. Is part of our company; he/she is not an outsider. Does not depend on us; we depend on him/her. Page 2
Issue 49 Utah Edition Jeffrey Gorrell, Outside Sales Jeffrey is an outside sales representative for Robert James Sales covering Colorado and Wyoming. He came to us in 2011 with 32 years of sales and operational experience. When not on the clock, he enjoys motorcycle riding, shooting numerous fire arms and hunting. He is married to a wonderful woman, Denise and has four children and 6 grandchildren. David Nichols, Outside Sales David Nichols was born in Bellflower, CA. At an early age, Dave s parents decided to sell their Newport Beach home and move to Utah. Dave grew up having to snowmobile to his house in the winter, living in same area that the popular show Grizzly Adams was filmed. Dave graduated from Utah Valley University with BS in Business Management and met his wife Maiko Onuma while attending school. Dave has 2 boys, Anthony (6) and Sean (3). Dave loves the outdoors and spending time with family. Priscilla Lister was born and raised in Southern Colorado. She transplanted to Utah in 1973 and now lives in West Jordan with her husband Tim (he transplanted from Minnesota). Priscilla has four grandsons: Tim (21), Johnathan (17), Tanner(11) and James(7). Tim and Johnathan live in Nebraska with her daughter Tracy. Tanner and James live in West Jordan with her son Matt and daughter -in-law Tonia. From March to October they spend their time going to little League Baseball games, Softball games and Senior Softball games. Tim plays on a 55+ and a 60+ team. In off season they enjoy spending time with family and friends. Page 3
Issue 49 Utah Edition Bill Byrd, Idaho Outside Sales Bill was born and raised in southern California. Where he attended high school and college. He met and married his wife, Margie, in 1971. They have lived in and enjoyed several western states and currently make their home in Nampa, Idaho, since 2006. Bill s background includes many years spent in all areas of the plumbing supply industry. He spent several as a Journeyman Electrician and Electrical Contractor. Alan Keefe, Branch Manager Alan was born in Whitefish, Montana, He lived there till his mid teens, then Moved to Utah and has been there ever since. Alan enjoys spending time with his wife Robyn and daughter Brittany. Taking rides together, and summer trips back to Montana and Canada. Alan & Robyn have been married 21 years and have two grown children, Heather 34 and Jared 33 and their Brittany who is 20. And Finally, our first grandchild Parker who is 7 months. Welcome New Employees Buffalo Katya Sukaly Clerical 01/20/2014 Aaron Graves Warehouse 02/24/2014 Jeffery Mueller Warehouse 02/24/2014 Chicago Sean Bryce Warehouse 02/19/2014 The Buffalo branch welcomes Katya Sukaly as an office clerk. She loves being outdoors and having a good time with her family and friends. Page 4
Issue 49 Utah Edition (continued) President: Robert-James Sales, Inc. James Bokor, Jr. Board of Directors: James Bokor, Sr. Robert Glidden, Jr. James Bokor, Jr. Joseph McIntosh James Schmit Gerard Mazurkiewicz Robert Glidden, III 31 Years Anniversaries Robert Gomesky Corporate 03/17/1983 28 Years Donna Spellman Indianapolis 02/10/1986 20 Years Lisa Slebioda Corporate 01/24/1994 17 Years Sherri Mowinski Cleveland 01/13/1997 Joseph Papp Buffalo 02/13/1997 16 Years Richard Dalton N.Carolina 03/09/1998 12 Years Mark Dudzinski Buffalo 01/21/2002 8 Years William Pavlisak New Jersey 02/06/2006 Albert Calderone Corporate 03/27/2006 7 Years Brian Leonard New Jersey 01/15/2007 Justin Ermlich Cleveland 02/13/2007 6 Years Amanda Brunner Buffalo 01/16/2008 5 Years Clarence Rhett Buffalo 01/05/2009 Roland Marshall New Jersey 01/29/2009 4 Years David Lacey Cleveland 02/15/2010 Scott Dymanus Chicago 02/15/2010 3 Years Cherie Nichols Corporate 01/24/2011 David Wozny Minneapolis 01/24/2011 Michael McIntire Indianapolis 01/31/2011 Jerome Rung III Buffalo 02/07/2011 2 Years Michael Holisky Cleveland 01/02/2012 Michael Marshall Buffalo 01/09/2012 Richard Solomon Buffalo 02/06/2012 David Chojnacki Buffalo 02/27/2012 Jesica Langford Buffalo 03/19/2012 David Nowaczewski Corporate 03/26/2012 1 Years Priscilla Lister Utah 01/02/2013 Mark Hartman New Jersey 01/07/2013 Daniel Cervi Buffalo 01/14/2013 Michael Maziarz Buffalo 01/28/2013 Anthony Moffe Buffalo 01/28/2013 Joshua Pardue Indianapolis 02/11/2013 Lon Riznik N. Carolina 02/18/2013 Michelle Pereira New Jersey 02/26/2013
Issue 49 UtahEdition Utah has five National Parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, Bryce and Capital Reef. FUN FACTS The great lake salt lake is 3 to 5 times saltier than the ocean. Fish free, the lakes largest aquatic creatures are the Brine Shrimp. As the Columnist and Editor of the PIPELINE, I welcome any input you may have with regards to current events, suggestions and resources to share with other branches. For those who contributed material, thank you for making the newsletter more enjoyable. Thank you. Katya Sukaly & Tammy Tout Page 6