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February 23, 2017More than 90 Vendors to Participate in Hill & Markes Trade Show March 3
Hill & Markes Inc., a 111-year-old company located in Amsterdam, New York, is pleased to announce their annual Trade show to be held on Friday, March 3, 2017, at Turning Stone Resort, Verona, New York from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. New products will be available to attendees in Food Service, Janitorial, School Food Programs, and Office supplies.
Most importantly, will be the opportunity for customers to see new technology in products, as well as our company web site and e commerce site. Ease of ordering and obtaining information on our products will be demonstrated at seminars and with one on one training. Our company now offers one of the most comprehensive web sites in the industry.
“As a family owned business, we are proud of the positive reputation our Trade Show has across the state. We know people save the date and do not want to miss the opportunity of attending our trade show”, stated Andrea Packer, Vice President of Marketing. “We have found due to the volume of attendees, registration is extremely important in our preparation. Registration is accessible at www.HillandMarkes.com. “
Seminar Speakers this year include:
• 9:00 am – 10:00 am – “Positive Impact of a Workforce Hand Hygiene Program” – Thom Wojtkun, GOJO
• 10:00 am – 10:45 am – “eCommerce Training – Beginners” – Mike Powers, Hill & Markes, Inc.
• 11:00 am – 11:45 am – “eCommerce Training – Advanced” – Mike Powers, Hill & Markes, Inc.
• 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – “Turbo Charge” – Eric Stewart, Taylor Freezer of Albany
Hill & Markes has partnered with Taylor Freezer of Albany for 30+ years in presenting a full package for the ice cream customer. “We have the most complete package of offerings in the state for our customers,” stated Jason Packer, VP of Operations, 3rd generation family member.
A partnership with Tennant Floor Equipment for 20 years has enabled Hill & Markes to offer the very latest in environmentally friendly cleaning technology.
90+ vendors will be participating including: 3M, Clorox, Solo Cup, Ecolab, Food handler, Georgia Pacific, Purell, Hershey, International Paper, Joy Cone, Kimberly Clark, Office Supplies, Rubbermaid, Simonize, Sylvania, Taylor Freezer, and Tennant.
Servicing all of New York State and parts of Vermont , the company is known for providing excellent service, education and product mix for universities, hospitals, schools, facility maintenance, restaurants and other food related business, nursing homes, and other institutions.
For comprehensive information on the show and to preregister go to www.hillandmarkes.com and see the link for the Trade Show.
The focus of this event is to demonstrate products distributed by Hill & Markes in many segments:
• Demonstrate to ice cream businesses how to get their season started with the newest and the best products.
• Showcase Janitorial products for every type of customer, with an emphasis on environmentally friendly products.
• Healthy Living through Healthy eating with our sustainable food division focusing on School Programs.
• Office supplies rounds out a “One Stop Shopping “experience with the company.
In 1906 Amos Hill & Charlie Markes began Hill & Markes Inc. manufacturing ice cream, ice cream cones and candy. In 1947 Harry and Harriet Finkle purchased the company and expanded the product lines to include school supplies, paper products and rental dishes and cutlery. Harry Finkle worked until he was 83 years old. Corporate officers, Neal Packer C.E.O.; Andrea Finkle Packer, Vice President of Marketing; and Jeffrey Finkle, President joined the family business in the 1970’s. In 2009 Jason Packer, VP of Operations, became the 3rd generation to join the company. The focus and growth of Hill & Markes has evolved over time to become a most respected company in the industry.
