Sherex Adds Desert Distribution Sales as a Manufacturers Sales Representative
Leave a CommentSherex Fastening Solutions®, a PennEngineering® Company and global leader in engineered fasteners, tooling, and automation, is proud to announce its relationship with Desert Distribution Sales as its new sales representative in the Southwest United States.
Desert Distribution Sales is a professional manufacturer’s representative for engineered fastener and component manufacturers and suppliers for the southwestern United States, including California, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Nevada and New Mexico. Led by John Wachman and Jo Morris, Desert Distribution Sales has been in the fastener business representing some of the biggest US fastener companies since 2001.
With Sherex’s wide-range of innovative fastening products, like the award-winning Optisert®, RIV-FLOAT®, and Hand Tool Calibration Unit, Desert Distribution adds another impressive manufacturer to its portfolio.
“Sherex is quickly turning into one of the fastener leaders in our industry,” Morris said. “They offer a wide selection of quality rivet nut solutions along with great customer service and reliability as a manufacturer. Our customers will benefit by having them on board.”
While Sherex has provided the Southwest US with quality fasteners for over 20 years, Desert Distribution will improve the visibility of Sherex products across this region.
“I’ve always been impressed with John, Jo and David, and I think there are many opportunities for us in the Southwest,” said Sherex president Adam Pratt. “We’re glad to have the Desert Distribution Sales team represent Sherex and I’m looking forward to growing together.”
To learn more about Desert Distribution, visit www.desertdistribution.com
To learn more about Sherex, visit www.sherex.com
About Sherex Fastening Solutions
Sherex Fastening Solutions, a PennEngineering® Company, is a leading manufacturer of fasteners for thin sheet material applications in steel, aluminum, and composite materials. Beyond its headquarters in Buffalo, NY, Sherex also has sales and distribution facilities in Mexico, UK, and Poland, along with worldwide manufacturing capabilities in the US, Taiwan, China, Malaysia and Ireland. Sherex services a wide-range of industries, including automotive, heavy truck, general manufacturing, renewable energy, construction and agricultural equipment, and aerospace.
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Sherex’s Jake Glaser Awarded Young Fastener Professional of the Year
Leave a CommentSherex Fastening Solutions’ Jake Glaser will be awarded the Young Fastener Professional of the Year at the International Fastener Expo Awards Ceremony, held on September 10 at the Expo Session Stage.
This award “celebrates exceptional contributions to the fastener industry and recognize individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication.”
Jake’s resume speaks for itself. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in communications at the University at Buffalo, Jake joined Sherex in 2014, and quickly worked his way up to a regional sales manager for the Western US, managing national and international accounts with a focus on heavy truck and eMobility applications, a role he holds today.
Since joining Sherex, he has been an active member of the fastener community, involved in Pac-West and NFDA programs and the Young Fasteners Professionals, where he served as president from 2019 – 2022. Jake is also a member of the NFDA Board of Directors since 2022.
“Jake personifies the future of the fastener industry,” said IFE Show Director, Morgan Wilson, in a press release on fastenershows.com. “His passion, ingenuity, and leadership are remarkable, and we are excited to see his continued impact and success in the fastener industry.”
Jake follows in the the footsteps of Sherex president Adam Pratt, who was named Young Fastener Professional of the Year in 2017.
“We’re so proud of Jake and it’s been really great to see him grow in this industry,” Adam said.
Now residing in Colorado, Jake enjoys volleyball, camping, snowboarding and being outdoors with his friends and his dog, King.
“I’m truly honored to receive this award. I cannot thank our industry family enough for their recognition and for supporting my growth and development over my 10 years here with Sherex,” Jake said. “I’ve met so many amazing people I am lucky enough to again call my family while working in the world of fasteners, so if you’re someone who’s younger or new to the fastener industry, there are so many opportunities to grow your career and relationships. Take those steps and soar.”