Next Gen All Star: Tobi Gibson

By Natalie Forster, Editorial Director, Nicole Krawcke

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Tobi Gibson

AGE: 39

COMPANY: TM SALES

TITLE: PRESIDENT

How long have you been in the PHCP-PVF industry?

22 years.

What drew you into the industry?

I worked for a distributor in college and when I graduated I wasn’t ready to go back to school so I applied at TM Sales and have never looked back.

What is the most rewarding aspect of working in the industry?

The most rewarding thing about this industry are the relationships that I have gained over the years.

What motivates you every day?

I work with wonderful people at TM Sales along with outstanding Manufacturer’s. Everyday I am motivated to do my best to keep improving our collective team.

What is one thing you wish more people knew/understood about the PHCP-PVF industry?

I don’t think people understand all of the different aspects of this industry. I never knew being a Sales Rep was even an option until I feel into the job.

What has been your proudest moment in your career so far?

I have always wanted to do more within TM Sales, being promoted to President is a highlight in my career for sure.

What is one thing most people don’t know about you?

I have a perfect white lab and my favorite place on earth is Lake Powell.

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Natalie Forster is the director of communications for the American Supply Association (ASA), where she leads the association's public and media relations strategy, social media efforts, and member-focused online and print communications. Prior to joining ASA, she was the Editorial Director of Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times. Before that, she served as an editor and digital content director for Southern Trade Publications, a publishing company focused on the PHCP trades and real estate industries. Natalie holds a bachelor's degree in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Nicole Krawcke is the former Chief Editor of Plumbing & Mechanical. She joined BNP Media in 2014 and served as Web Editor and Business Management Editor of The ACHR NEWS. Prior to joining BNP, she worked at Patch.com, a hyper-local news platform focused on community journalism. She has 10 plus years of writing and editing experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Michigan State University.