MEET OUR TEAM

SHAW MERRILL

Inside Sales Manager

Shaw is an Inside Sales Manager who thrives on connecting with customers and meeting new people. He builds strong relationships by listening first, so he can deliver the right solutions. To Shaw, sales is about trust and long-term support, not just closing deals. When he’s off the clock, you’ll find him sailing Bear Lake in summer or carving turns at Beaver Mountain in winter.

BRYAN RITCHEY

Regional Sales Manager

Bryan serves as one of our Regional Sales Managers. He enjoys helping customers solve problems and takes pride in being a trusted expert they can rely on. Through his sales experience, Bryan has learned the importance of resilience. One of the most adventurous things he’s done is helping rebuild Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.

JASON WHITAKER

Regional Sales Manager

Jason is our Midwest Regional Sales Manager who loves tackling tough applications and helping new customers find the right solutions. He earns long-term trust through clear, consistent communication and leads with integrity. When he’s not working, you’ll find him fly fishing local streams, golfing with his brothers, or cooking with his family.

STEVE POND

Regional Sales Manager

Steve is our Regional Sales Manager for the Rocky Mountain Territory and Western Canada, driven by learning what our products can do and helping customers find the right solutions. He builds strong relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and consistent follow-up. Outside of work, he enjoys watching sports, fly fishing, umpiring baseball, and spending time with family.

GORDON GREATHOUSE

Applications Engineer

Gordon is an Applications Engineer who supports both Sales and customers with expert technical guidance. His favorite part of the job? Working with great people. He builds relationships on trust and honesty and knows APG delivers solutions worldwide. Outside the office, his adventurous side once took him canoeing down the Colorado River.

BEN RINDLISBACHER

Inside Sales Rep.

Ben is our West Coast Sales Representative who enjoys working with customers to find the right solutions. He believes strong relationships are built over time through quality service and reliable products. Outside of work, he enjoys playing basketball and spending time outdoors.

CARLOS GONZALEZ

Inside Sales Rep.

Carlos is an Inside Sales Representative focused on international partners, enjoying the opportunity to connect with diverse customers and place products around the world. He builds strong relationships through clear communication and understanding customer needs, creating long-term partnerships. Outside of work, Carlos stays busy with soccer—coaching, playing, or watching the game.

KATHERINE (KAT) ALLEN

Order Entry

Meet Katherine (Kat) Allen, our Order Entry Specialist! Kat approaches her role with honesty, diplomacy, and a genuine interest in helping clients achieve their goals. When Kat is not at work, she enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends and playing board games. She also loves exploring new places—like walking a rope bridge in Ireland (how cool)!