WQP Dealer of the Year for 2014 Survey

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* 1. January:
Scott Hillman, Integrity Plumbing & Water Treatment LLC (Franklinville, N.Y.)

Hillman transitioned his business focus from plumbing to water treatment when he realized it was his true passion. An emphasis on education and professional certification has led him to business and personal success.To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/new-direction

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* 2. February:
Christine Fletcher, Crispin Fletcher & Jan Beauvais, Secondwind Water Systems Inc. (Manchester, N.H.)

The opening of Secondwind Water Systems marked the start of new careers for its three founders. The company ensures success by making sure water treatment knowledge gets passed from veteran employees to new hires. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/second-wind

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* 3. March:
Daniel Watts, Tri-County Water (Jackson, Mich.)

This third-generation dealership has made a name for itself in recent years by amping up its commercial/industrial business. Turning everyday events into education moments – such as taking photos of an installation and using them for training – keeps staff on their toes. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/all-family-0

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* 4. April:
Steve Pederson, Brian Pederson & John Miles, Blue Ribbon Pelham Waters (Fort Dodge, Iowa)

The result of a 2010 merger of two companies, Blue Ribbons Pelham Water credits success to education and effective use of the Internet. Owner Steve Pederson’s “open-door policy” encourages communication and a team atmosphere at the dealership. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/building-team

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* 5. May:
Matthew Mahany, Soft Water Specialists LLC (Richland, Wash.)

Mahany differentiates his business by keeping things friendly – he considers all of his clients his friends and maintains friendly relations with his local competition. Integrating new technologies such as tablets has helped the company maintain strong customer service in recent years. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/high-quality-personal-service

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* 6. June:
Alan Mast & Travis Mast, Mast Water Technology (Platteville, Wis.)

Fourth-generation dealership Mast Water Technology has found success despite the challenges of a large, rural service area. Partnerships with other companies help keep the business up to date. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/rural-rewards-commercial-growth-1

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* 7. July:
Jay Hellenbrand, Advanced Water Solutions (Ventura, Calif.)

Specializing in coffee shops, Advanced Water Solutions serves residential and commercial customers in two counties. Hellenbrand takes an active role in combating industry issues such as softeners bans through participation in associations. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/building-legacy

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* 8. August:
Tim Van Overloop, NMP Water Systems LLC (Mahwah, N.J.)

Networking is key for NMP Water Systems, which has a service area that covers parts of four states – Van Overloop works with several builders, designers and renovators who refer business. A successful online presence also has helped him build the business. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/no-more-problems

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* 9. September:
Casey Taylor, Waterlogic West (Concord, Calif.)

A family atmosphere characterizes Waterlogic West, where Taylor helps ensure that employees enjoy their work environment. The company is committed to community service, and works with charities such as WaterAid. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/serving-inside-out

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* 10. October:
Bob Hoey, Water Doctors (Spring Lake Park, Minn.)

Hoey has embraced technologies from websites to smartphones to GPS to improve customer service and lead his dealership to success. The company has grown in recent years with the help of a proprietary water softener and filtration system. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/doctors-prescription

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* 11. November:
Archie Thomas, Kinetico Quality Water Systems of Missoula & Ravalli (Hamilton, Mont.)

Thomas focuses on efficiency, crediting the recent recession with helping him make his business leaner. His recipe for a successful dealership: business savvy combined with technical expertise. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/small-wonder

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* 12. December:
Larry Yarlott, Culligan Water Conditioning of Yuma (Yuma, Ariz.)

Quality customer service and embracing new technology have helped Yarlott’s business stay strong despite the challenges of working with water in a desert environment. He stayed engaged with the industry through associations and staying up to date with education. To read the full article, copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.wqpmag.com/serving-%E2%80%98extremes%E2%80%99-75-years

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* 1. January: Scott Hillman, Integrity Plumbing & Water Treatment LLC (Franklinville, N.Y.)

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* 2. February:Christine Fletcher, Crispin Fletcher & Jan Beauvais, Secondwind Water Systems Inc. (Manchester, N.H.)

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* 3. March: Daniel Watts, Tri-County Water (Jackson, Mich.)

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* 4. April: Steve Pederson, Brian Pederson & John Miles, Blue Ribbon Pelham Waters (Fort Dodge, Iowa)

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* 5. May: Matthew Mahany, Soft Water Specialists LLC (Richland, Wash.)

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* 6. June: Alan Mast & Travis Mast, Mast Water Technology (Platteville, Wis.)

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* 7. July: Jay Hellenbrand, Advanced Water Solutions (Ventura, Calif.)

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* 8. August: Tim Van Overloop, NMP Water Systems LLC (Mahwah, N.J.)

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* 9. September: Casey Taylor, Waterlogic West (Concord, Calif.)

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* 10. October: Bob Hoey, Water Doctors (Spring Lake Park, Minn.)

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* 11. November: Archie Thomas, Kinetico Quality Water Systems of Missoula & Ravalli (Hamilton, Mont.)

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* 12. December: Larry Yarlott, Culligan Water Conditioning of Yuma (Yuma, Ariz.)

* 1. January:
Scott Hillman, Integrity Plumbing & Water Treatment LLC (Franklinville, N.Y.)

* 2. February:
Christine Fletcher, Crispin Fletcher & Jan Beauvais, Secondwind Water Systems Inc. (Manchester, N.H.)

* 3. March:
Daniel Watts, Tri-County Water (Jackson, Mich.)

* 4. April:
Steve Pederson, Brian Pederson & John Miles, Blue Ribbon Pelham Waters (Fort Dodge, Iowa)

* 5. May:
Matthew Mahany, Soft Water Specialists LLC (Richland, Wash.)

* 6. June:
Alan Mast & Travis Mast, Mast Water Technology (Platteville, Wis.)

* 7. July:
Jay Hellenbrand, Advanced Water Solutions (Ventura, Calif.)

* 8. August:
Tim Van Overloop, NMP Water Systems LLC (Mahwah, N.J.)

* 9. September:
Casey Taylor, Waterlogic West (Concord, Calif.)

* 10. October:
Bob Hoey, Water Doctors (Spring Lake Park, Minn.)

* 11. November:
Archie Thomas, Kinetico Quality Water Systems of Missoula & Ravalli (Hamilton, Mont.)

* 12. December:
Larry Yarlott, Culligan Water Conditioning of Yuma (Yuma, Ariz.)