Articles Tagged with ''showrooms''

After 75 years in the plumbing wholesale industry, St. Louis-based Atlas Supply could’ve just patted itself on the back. Instead, the third-generation company opened its first showroom, Immerse, and has made big strides in the St. Louis market. Partner Leigh Suffian recently talked to Supply House Times about Atlas’ history and its future with Immerse.

It is never a good sign when you check the local forecast on your phone and get this message: “This is a tornado emergency for the city of Dallas! Seek shelter now to save your life!”

From time to time, I’m asked to write about an outstanding showroom operation. I love doing these in-depth articles.

I keep a file folder labeled “article ideas.” After writing an abundance of articles, I have to be careful not to be too redundant, although you know I do have some favorite topics! My writing style has always been to be less formal and more personal.

Numbers can be quite revealing - and educational. For instance, since 2006 nearly a quarter-billion people in the United States have been affected by a federally declared weather-related disaster. Think about that - four of every five people.

I’ve been reluctant to write on this subject because, quite frankly, I really don’t like a lot of “forms.” However, when I reflected on how much they helped my business become more professional and proficient, and how they’ve helped dozens of my consulting clients, I decided to plunge ahead.

Leadership and resourcefulness help Ferguson’s Raleigh, N.C., location rebound from tornado damage.