NILES, IL, June 10, 2014— Shure Incorporated announced today that they have chosen Henry W Philips Company Incorporated (or HWPco) of Flowery Branch, GA, as its new sales representative for the Southeastern region of the United States. HWPco will manage sales for Shure’s complete line of professional audio products to dealers and systems integrators in North Carolina; South Carolina; Mississippi; Atlanta, Georgia; and Eastern Tennessee.
“We are very excited for the energy and creativity we feel this company will bring to our sales and market development efforts in the region,” said Jim Schanz, Director, Pro/Systems Group Sales, U.S. and Canada for Shure.
"Partnering with Shure was a major objective for our company because of its ability to set worldwide industry standards for superior microphones and audio electronics,” said Trey Gunter, Chief Executive Officer for HWPco. Shure is unique, like HWPco, in that we both are willing to explore new and effective ways of delivering products and solutions to the marketplace, while resting on tried and true business practices. We look forward to the opportunity to champion the Shure brand and build on this incredible company’s history and growth.”
Marcus Myers, Chief Operating Officer for HWPco, stated, "Shure Incorporated has been, and will continue to be, the model of trusted solutions in the professional audio industry. We at HWPco believe that our goals are similar, in that being trusted by our partners to bring them rock solid products and unmatched service is the key to our success. It is in these similarities that we expect to find true synergy and incredible success with Shure for many years to come."
HWPco was founded in 1970 with the goal of representing a variety of manufacturers in audio, video, infrastructure, and security. Other team members include David Pergantis, Paddy Steading, Norman Miller, Chris Adler, Tim Hunnicutt, Brian Pergantis, Todd Dunsmore, Patrick Bradshaw, and Rob Atkins
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
