Hapman has named Bill Payne of BHE Inc., representative of the year for the second consecutive year. Based in Ludington, MI, BHE Inc. achieved gold status with Hapman, servicing Michigan and Northern Indiana.

“It’s always enjoyable to recognize the success of our representatives when milestones are reached,” notes Hapman vice president Greg Patterson. “However, it’s extraordinary for one person to achieve gold status in back-to-back years with the current market conditions in Michigan and northern Indiana, which have been hit extremely hard by the economy.”

“Achieving rep of the year for Hapman is an honor,” says Payne. “I credit my success back to Hapman for offering an extensive, reliable line and standing behind its solutions with the Performantee.”

In addition to BHE Inc., Gull Material Handling Co. achieved silver status. Based in Barrington, IL, representatives of Gull Material Handling include John Gulledge, Maggie Beauchamp, and Robert Gulledge.

“Our representatives truly deserve recognition for their efforts in 2010,” said Patterson. “And we’re excited about our shared successes to come in 2011.”

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