News & Events


Tom Barklow Named President of Sales and Operations

Fort Myers, Florida - October 20, 2008 - Tom Barklow, Sales Manager of Brinker Brown Fastener and Supply, Inc has been promoted to President of Sales and Operations. In this role, Mr. Barklow is responsible sales training and management, product development, education and overseeing of daily operations.

Barklow has been with Brinker Brown for 12 years, starting as an Outside Sales Representative, then later promoted to Sales Manager in 2001. He brings over 39 years of sales experience in residential and commercial construction to the business throughout New York and Florida.

"I am honored to be recognized for my achievements at Brinker Brown and look forward to passing along my industry knowledge for growth within the company and sales team. By focusing on building relationships with our employees, customers and vendors, we have been able to achieve great success even during difficult economic times. I believe in instilling the staff with a value-added service mentality, which goes beyond the typical sales approach in achieving customer satisfaction."


Brinker Brown Fastener & Supply Inc., Announces Grand Opening of New Headquarters

Fort Myers, Florida – January 31, 2008 - Brinker Brown Fastener & Supply, serving Florida's tool, fastener, and construction supply is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of their new 30,000 sq. ft. corporate headquarters. The new building, at 12290 Crystal Commerce Loop features a 7,000 sq. ft. state of the art showroom and has the largest selection of products in Southwest Florida. The building was custom built and designed and took 2 years of planning and development.

Jeff Brown, owner of Brinker Brown says "We want our name in everybody's tool crib and the larger facility was a natural progression of our mission to continue to bring our customers the highest quality service and most innovative products. This is an ambitious opportunity for us, our new location is triple the size of our previous."

Events will be held throughout the Grand Opening and feature numerous manufactures with guest appearances by Miss Makita, and the Lenox "Hackman" who will be cutting a car in half during the two day event. In addition, the DeWalt #17 race car will be on display.


Holly Benson Named Vice President of Operations

Fort Myers, Florida - January 4, 2008 - Brinker Brown is pleased to announce the promotion of Holly Benson as Vice President of Operations. In this role, Mrs. Benson is responsible for business activities and management of daily operations.

Benson has been with Brinker Brown for 9 years, starting as out as Credit Manager, and then quickly transitioning into the role of Office Manager. She brings 9 years of management expertise to her new role.

Mrs. Benson's approach as VP of Operations reflects her straight forward method to business. "Communication is the key to success in every aspect. Focusing and fine tuning the details of our daily operations allows new aspects of the business to flourish and provide avenues for optimal growth."

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