TEPS of Michigan Staff Profiles

Rick Eckhout, President

Mr. Eckhout began his career in the electrical business in 1967 and launched TEPS, Inc. in 1994. Rick and his team have built TEPS into a multi-million dollar electrical equipment and service sales agency representing ten major electrical manufacturers. Mr. Eckhout said, "I'm proud of the accomplishments of our TEPS team. Their technical expertise, strong customer relationships and key leadership skills come together every day for our clients, helping them to get problems solved and projects completed." This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Chuck Hubbard, Vice President

Mr. Hubbard brought 25 years of experience in electrical distribution, automotive discrete manufacturing and new product development from Fortune 500 companies to TEPS when he joined our team in 2006. His motto? The customer is never wrong. "I like to be responsive, approachable and timely in all my client contacts," said Chuck. "I'll get the right information out as soon as possible. In my work with power controls and automation, I'll direct clients to the right products from the best source to meet their needs." This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Rani Crosby-Carlesco, Commercial Manager

Mrs. Crosby-Carlesco completed BBA and MBA degrees, along with 8 years office administration experience and 10 years at TEPS. She specializes in Project Management and developing a relationship with our customers. Rani says, "Essentially I am the project manager that brings consistent follow-up and attention to detail from the moment the RFQ is placed, to all stages of the quote, order, and delivery process. I'm customer service oriented, as I try to turn things around as quickly as possible. I truly enjoy the 'needle in the haystack' search for products that were obsoleted years ago. Finding the source of the replacement or a newer equivalent product to meet our customer's need really makes my day!" This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mark Johnson, Sales Engineer

Mr. Johnson brings a quarter-century of experience in the manufacturing and automation industry to his position as a TEPS sales and marketing representative. Mark says, "I've developed a high level of product knowledge and experience with automation controls. This lets me be very productive in our market and build great customer/distributor relationships. I share the TEPS values of a strong ethic of customer service and integrity, and always work to respond to every client request in a timely and professional manner." This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Dave Anderson, Sales Engineer

Mr. Anderson has amassed electrical, mechanical and automation experience as an Application Engineer, as a Regional Sales Manager and as an Electrical Application and Sales Specialist, and finally as an Applications Engineer and Area Sales Manager since graduating from Michigan Technological University with Mechanical Design and Industrial Management Degrees in 1989. He joined TEPS in 2011 and represents all of TEPS manufacturers in the eastern portion of Michigan, including the Detroit Metropolitan area. Dave says, "I'm excited to be a part of the TEPS team and as always will work tirelessly to represent the best products for every one of our valued clients." This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Jo Vendittelli, Inside Sales

Ms. Vendittelli's experience in customer service and human services pays off in her role at TEPS. Jo says, "I try to make each client the most important person in my day. We're big on taking care of the customer here at TEPS, and I do everything I can to get information out quickly. Because everyone here is so knowledgeable about the industry and the products we represent, I can be that much more responsive for my customers." This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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