Interlink Supply held its annual
affiliates conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, June 12-14. Affiliates learned
about new products and programs being offered through Interlink Supply and
discussed ways to improve their business practices and better serve their
customers. Speakers included marketing specialist Joe Polish and Bridgepoint
Systems President Rob Hanks and CEO Gordon Hanks, among others.
At the closing evening banquet, several affiliates won awards
for top performances such highest sales in different categories, top educators,
highest increases, and rookie of the year. The highlight of the evening was the
presentation of the Industry Impact award. This year’s winner was Lee
Pemberton. Lee’s son Jim told how Lee made a commitment early in his career to
help independent carpet cleaners. Lee received multiple standing ovations from
his peers at the banquet.