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As a second-generation small business owner, Robert guided the growth of Ajacs from 1983 until his retirement in 2003. During this period, Ajacs grew from a small tool & die supplier representing only a handful of vendors, to one of the largest industrial distributors in West Michigan, partnering with many of the premier vendor partners in the manufacturing industry. Robert also oversaw the relocation of Ajacs from its original location at 2950 Stafford Avenue in Grand Rapids to a brand-new facility at 3855 Linden Avenue.
My official role at Ajacs: Warehouse
My unofficial role at Ajacs: The Handyman
My most prized possession as a child: Honda 3 wheeler
My most prized possession as an adult: Honda Pit Bike
If my life could be a movie, I would want it to be: Stand By Me
I take guilty pleasure in eating: Cinnamon Rolls
My house contains an inordinate number of: Tools
The best things about working at Ajacs: The Food
The most important thing I do to keep customers happy: Ensuring products arrive in a timely and accurate manner
If I ever retire, I would like to spend a lot of time: Spending time outdoors.
My official role at Ajacs: Customer Service Representative
My unofficial role at Ajacs: The Musician
My most prized possession as a child: My hockey player action figures
My most prized possession as an adult: My Breedlove Guitar
If my life could be a movie, I would want it to be: 21 Jump Street
I take guilty pleasure in eating: Burritos
My house contains an inordinate number of: Musical Instruments
The best things about working at Ajacs: The food!!
The most important thing I do to keep customers happy: Be responsive, friendly, and always learning more about our products so I can give customers the best help possible.
If I ever retire, I would like to spend a lot of time: Playing music in a bar down in the Florida Keys.
My official role at Ajacs: Warehouse
My unofficial role at Ajacs: Ian's best friend
My most prized possession as a child: My Computer
My most prized possession as an adult: My Car
If my life could be a movie, I would want it to be: Fast and Furious (Tokyo Drift)
I take guilty pleasure in eating: Sushi/Asian Food
My house contains an inordinate number of: Truly's
The best things about working at Ajacs: The Ajacs team members and free golf balls
The most important thing I do to keep customers happy: Assist them when needed
If I ever retire, I would like to spend a lot of time: Playing Golf
My official role at Ajacs: Warehouse
My unofficial role at Ajacs: Dan's best friend.
My most prized possession as a child: Basketball
My most prized possession as an adult: PS5
If my life could be a movie, I would want it to be: The Dark Knight
I take guilty pleasure in eating: Chinese food
My house contains an inordinate number of: Movies
The best things about working at Ajacs: Scott White
The most important thing I do to keep customers happy: Make sure every package is correct the first time!
If I ever retire, I would like to spend a lot of time: Golfing.