Irvine, CA - October 31st, 2011
-- Here
are a few pictures from our Halloween luncheon!
"It was a blast, good costumes, great pot luck lunch, and
Blake provided the entertainment as usual. You will have
to call to find out what he did that was so funny and no it's
not him wearing the wig in the picture." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Blake
Schow, Regional manager Weidmuller
Pictured
on the right: Debra Reiter, Field Sales Astron
Electronics, Inc.
astron
partners with synqor:
Boxborough, MA - October 23rd, 2011
-- Astron
Electronics, Inc. Partner's with SynQor. "SynQor is
very complimentary to Astron's product offering. Our
power offering, flows nicely with DC to DC Convertors.
Together we look forward to growing their business in the
Southern California marketplace for many years to come. Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron
adds test & measurement product line from w. l. gore:
Landenberg, PA - October 11th, 2011
-- W.
L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) announces that Astron
Electronics, Inc. (Astron), Gore’s authorized sales
representative in Southern California, will now sell Gore’s
high-performance line of Test & Measurement Microwave/RF
Cable Assemblies.
“Astron
and Gore have built a strong relationship around Gore’s
ePTFE and PTFE material technology, providing solutions for
EMI grounding and shielding,” says Mark Mulle, Global
Channel Leader for Gore. “We are excited to bring the same
technical leadership of Gore’s high-performance Microwave/RF
Test Cables to the Astron product offering.”
Seal Beach, CA - September 4th, 2011
-- DB Cooper, AKA Dave Burgener, is the
king of Seal Beach for a year. His four man volleyball
team won the Dolphin Sand Volleyball tournament.
"Figures the first year I miss of the last four, DB Coop,
wins the tournament. Congrats Buddy!!." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Dave
Burgener, Marketing Manager, PUI
steve emcee's for
roy vallee:
Cypress, CA - July 21st, 2011 -- Steve Tennessen was the emcee for
Roy Vallee's speech on the Technology Driven Economic
Recovery. This would be the first ever joint event between the
Southern California chapter of ERA and the Radio Pioneers.
"It was a great night, Roy as always tells it like it
is. Thankfully he said the electronic Industry will
continue to grow for the foreseeable future, albeit
modestly. The turnout was the best we have had in many
years for an ERA sponsored event. I am thinking that there will be more joint
events in the future." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Left to Right: Roy Vallee, CEO Avnet & Steven
Tennessen, CEO Astron Electronics, Inc.
Irvine, CA - July 1st, 2011 -- Weidmuller appoints Astron
Electronics, Inc. as their new Southern California
representative. "A few years after our first
interview, Weidmuller agreed to interview us again at
EDS. This time we were able to come to an
agreement. Weidmuller is a very complimentary line for
Astron and we look forward to growing their sales for years to
come." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
neumann's annual
vvsd golf tournament:
Rancho Penasquitas, CA, - June
10th, 2011 -- Neumann Electronics, hold's it's
annual VVSD (Veterans Village of San Diego) golf
tournament. This tournament raises money to help support
injured veterans from all wars. "I love this
tournament, not only do you have a good time but 100%
of the proceeds go towards helping our wounded warriors.
No one deserves it more then the men who put their lives on
the line for our freedom. Thank you Rich Unruh, Charlie
Taylor, and Dave Sandberg for joining me this year." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Charlie
Taylor, National Sales Manager, YS Tech. Charlie had the
straightest drive to that point. Not sure how anyone hit
it closer to the line then what he did, but alas, he did not
win the prize. I was a close runner up in our group, but
had to give way to our principal :)
astron teams up with
globtek:
Irvine, CA - June 6th, 2011 -- Globtek
appoints Astron Electronics as it's new Southern California
representative. "This might go down as one
of our best EDS shows ever, with the Globtek signing, we were
able to secure three very well known names in the
industry. Globtek is a premier manufacture of power
supplies. We are all excited to have the opportunity to
represent them in Southern California." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
another successful
cabana party at the paris:
Las Vegas, NV, - May 23rd, 2011
-- Astron kicks off EDS with it's third
annual Cabana pool party at Paris Hotel and Casino.
"With all of the interviews and sales meetings that go on
during the week, it is nice to sit down with current and
prospective principals and relax. We also, had many of
our close distributor friends show up and partake in the
fun. Of course the perfect weather and comfortable
surroundings don't hurt either. We had the biggest
turn-out this year at the cabana with over 50 people coming by
to say hi to have a drink with us." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: The
Paris hotel at night and the Cabana by day.
arthur and steve at
the angels game:
Anaheim, CA - May 11th, 2011 -- Arthur Alves and Steve Tennessen
attend the Angels game in Astron's seats. "We had a
great time, even though the Angels did not pull this one
out. All in all the seats are awesome and we were ahead
until the ninth inning. Maybe we will win next time." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Steven
Tennessen and
Arthur
Alves, National Sales Manager at Teledyne Reynolds.
astron and mag
layers at the viasat table top:
Carlsbad, CA - April 20th, 2011
-- Astron and Mag Layers show their
wares at the Viasat table top show. "The day
started off kind of cold and then warmed up just fine.
Steve Cuttrell and I were able to meet a lot of Viasat
engineers. We both received a couple good
opportunities. If I can book one of them, the day was
worth it" Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Steven
Tennessen and Steve Cuttrell, Strategic Accounts, Mag Layers USA.
anaheim angels game
with dave burgener:
Anaheim, CA - April 13th, 2011 -- Angels games are always fun,
especially in these seats! "Dave called to tell me
that I invited him to a day game, after the game had already
started (I thought it was a night game). I grabbed the
tickets and run off to meet him at the stadium. When we
finally get there, it is already the 5th inning.
However, we still got to see 9 innings of baseball because the
game was tied and went into extra innings, 14 innings to be
exact. So 9 innings of baseball and the Angels
won!! See Dave it all worked out after all."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: DB
Coop, aka Dave Burgener, Vice President of Marketing,
Projections Unlimited and Steven Tennessen
happy birthday dear
db cooper, happy birthday to you....
Huntington Beach, CA - April
8th, 2011 -- Not sure what is with the
months of March and April, but three distributor guys
birthdays all within a month of each other. That can
hurt the pocketbook... For Dave's birthday we took him
to his favorite restaurant La Brique in Huntington
Beach. "I did not plan the music, that was just
another fun part of celebrating Dave's birthday. I can't
tell if he is scared of the guy or just having fun."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
from left to right: Adrienne
Biehl, DB
Coop, aka Dave Burgener, Vice President of Marketing,
Projections Unlimited, and Unknown
Sax Player.
green bay or pittsburgh:
Dallas, TX - February 5th 2011 -- "Who wanted the Packers to
win the Super Bowl? One might think Debra picked the
Packers because of how she is dressed in the picture. One could also think Steve was rooting for them
because he was at the GAME! "Truth be told, Debra is a huge Steelers fan
and had to wear my Jersey as the loser of the Super Bowl
bet. Thanks for being a sport Debra!. GO PACK GO"
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Debra
Reiter paying off her bet with Steve :)
Pictured
on the Right: Steven
and friend Todd Christenson at the Super Bowl, rooting on the
Packers!
happy birthday ricky
rue, happy birthday to you....
Newport Beach, CA - March 3rd, 2011
-- Ricky Rue aka Rich Unruh wanted
to eat at his favorite restaurant down in Newport Beach for
his birthday. "Fun night with two of my favorite
people, dinner and a few cocktails to celebrate Rich's
birthday. He took it easy on me by not creaming me on
the golf course this year. That was nice...."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
from left to right: Steven
Tennessen, Rich Unruh President SMD, Gina Zimmerling, and Beth
Baker, Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron shows at md&m:
Anaheim, CA - February
8th, 9th, & 10th 2011 -- "Another year Astron
displays at the MD & M show. With 120 plus leads, it
was a great turn out. The turn out is as good as it ever
was. This year we gave away a
T-shirt straight from the superbowl! Tom Moranski of IDP
was the winner. It also happed to be Dennis Granger's
Birthday, so a Ducks game celebration was in order." "
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Tom Moranski, National Sales Manager
IDP and winner of the Green Bay Packer Championship T-shirt
bought at the Superbowl!
Pictured
on the Right: Bob
Campanini, Director of Business Development, Dennis Granger,
Regional Sales Manager (front), Ron Kuelto, Field Sales
Astron, and Steve Tennessen
pui had a table top
show at source:
Irvine, CA - February 4th 2011 -- "Projections
Unlimited, Inc. asked Astron to join
them at a table top show for a local customer, Source
Scientific. It was a great way to get a captive audience
with the employees of Source Scientific! Thanks Carol
Bridges for putting it on and inviting Astron
Electronics, Inc. to
be part of the show. Carol we all hope you feel better
soon."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Beth
Baker, Distribution Manager, Astron Electronics, Inc. / Debra Reiter, Field Sales, Astron
Electronics, Inc.
/ Travis Griffin, Sales Manager, Projections Unlimited,
Inc. / (not sure who is in red)
/ Katie Gau,
Marketing Manager, Projections Unlimited, Inc.
pioneers in costa
rica?:
Irvine, CA - January 14th 2011 -- "Radio Pioneers spotted in
Jaco, Costa Rica! A few fun days of relaxing, fishing,
golfing, and sightseeing. We had a great time, except
for fishing, where Don West's bad luck caught up to us again!"
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Don
West, President, House of Batteries / Steve Jouflas, National
Sales Director, Holystone International / Arturo, Group Guide
/ Rich Unruh, President, SMD / Dave Burgener, Vice President
of Marketing , Projections Unlimited, Inc. / Steve Tennessen
reprint - astron electronics,
inc., best recommendation ever:
East Aurora, NY - transcript
of actual email,Sent:
Friday, April 27, 2009 2:22 PM From:
Wild, Chuck To:
'Najla Azeredo' Subject:
Astron
Najla,
Just a bit of
information for you about Astron. Astron has serviced us in
Southern California since 1999-2000 timeframe. During that
time, Astron has more than tripled the amount of business in
the area, and every year has met or exceeded their plan. I am
also excited to report that they are bringing the correct
opportunities to us, and penetrate the type of account that we
recommend to them. Any and all direction given by myself and
the factory is followed up quickly and responded to
appropriately. Astron also is pro-active about visiting the
factory and attending training sessions and seminars.
Steve Tennessen
has also done a great job in keeping his staff together and
organizing it into a top notch sales organization. Mindy Cadiz
is a wonderful manager of accounts and is always ready with
the answers to whatever questions may occur. The outside staff
is always available by phone or e-mail to answer specific
questions on accounts and design opportunities. A recent
improvement was adding Stephen Klass as an inside sales
contact to follow up on existing business and grow new
business. Overall the direction the company has taken since I
have been on board with them has been extremely positive.
To wrap up, I
certainly recommend Astron as the best possible choice for
representation in Southern California.
Chuck
sales meeting at
gore:
Barksdale, DE - October 10th, 2010 -- "Now that is an awesome
picture. To have that much color in the trees that are
your front lawn! I'm just glad I did not have to rake
them. Looking forward to my next trip back, amazing area
and people to work with."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Front
entrance to Gore's Barksdale plant.
Pictured
on the left to Right: Mark
Mulle, Beth Lewandowski, and Brian Novellino, Gore Associates
astron shows at
arrowfest:
Westlake Village, CA -
September 9th, 2010 -- "Arrowfest was a huge success
for Astron. We were able to meet with many customers and
enjoy time at Micropac's booth. Arrow
always makes it a fun event for everyone to meet and
greet. Surprisingly it is always well attended. "Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left to Right: Beth
Baker, Distribution Manager Astron Electronics, Inc., Les Jensen,
M-tron, Bob Campanini,
Director of Business Development (Back), Dennis Granger,
Regional Sales Manager (front), Steve Tennessen.
astron attends the
sagebrush social:
Westlake Village, CA - August
4th, 2010 -- Astron is one of many sponsors in
the ERA sagebrush social. "There were several first
time customers who attended this year's ERA Social at the
Sagebrush. More then any previous year. The attendance by more
customers indicates that through word of mouth and invitation,
our customers are seeing the value of attending the ERA Social
Events. There was plenty of food and drinks for all. "Commented
Richard Powell, Field Sales, San Fernando Valley, Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Lee Stern, CTS
Pictured
on the Right: Jim Dick, Alcatel
radio pioneers at a
winery in downtown la?:
Los Angeles, CA - July 15th, 2010
-- The Radio Pioneers have dinner at
the historic San Antonio Winery. "What a fun
event. I took a group of eight people for a tour of the
winery and dinner. The winery is located in downtown Los
Angeles, who would have thought a winery could exist
there. It just so happened to be the night before my
birthday and as you can see by the photo's, we did a few shots
and had a lot of fun."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Steve Tennessen, Astron / Charlie Taylor, National
Sales Manger YS Tech.
Pictured
on the Right: Beth Baker, Distribution Manager Astron
astron throws a
cabana party:
Las Vegas, NV - May 15th & 16th, 2010
-- "Ok this is not Rehab, as
seen on TruTV, it's Astron's 2nd annual cabana party at the
EDS show! All manufacturer's are welcome to join us for
cocktails and fun in the sun. We have it on the Monday
afternoon prior to the EDS show. I went to EDS for years
and never made it outside of the hotel. This way we can
discuss business and still come home with a tan..."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the top left: The Pool Cabana!
Pictured
on the top right: Johanson / Mindy Cadiz General
Manager, Astron
Pictured
on the bottom: Steve Tennessen, Astron / Chuck Wild,
Regional Sales Manager, Precisions Ind.
astron exhibits at
the del mar trade show:
Del Mar, CA - May 15th & 16th, 2010
-- Astron exhibits at the Del Mar
Trade Show. "As always, we received many very good leads and
new contacts. Doug and Julie always do a fantastic job."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Mike Singer, Beth Baker, and new
customer.
Pictured
on the Right: Line card advertising between Halls.
tijuana's
era social:
Irvine, CA - April 29th 2010 --
Astron hosted the spring ERA social again this year.
"It looks like it is catching on! We had our
biggest turnout ever. Fun people, decent food, and
alcohol make for a good night!" Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: Mindy Cadiz & Steve Tennessen, Astron
Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the Right: First person to name all 10 people in the
picture will receive $100.00!! (Click to Enlarge)
open house:
Irvine, CA - April 23rd 2010 --
"About 50 people came by to see our new office space. A good time
was had by all. It's nice to finally be moved in and back to the normalcy of
day to day work." Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
on the left: New sign above our door.
Pictured
on the Right: Steve Tennessen, Lindsey Lonn, and Rhiannon
Axton
Goleta and Camarillo, CA -
April 21st & 22nd, 2010
--
Astron shows its wares at the local ERA table top
shows. These shows are a great way to get our local customers to
come and see everything we sell. The
weather did not co-operate fully this year with rain on the
first day. We still received some great contacts and
will receive business because of the show."
Commented
Richard Powell, Field Sales, Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Charlie Taylor
of YS Tech and Richard Powell, Field Sales, Astron Electronics, Inc.
era proud bird show:
El Segundo, CA - March 3rd 2010
--
Astron displays at the 2010 ERA Proud Bird table top show. The Proud Bird
is a restaurant in the heart of the military and space community, right by
LAX. "Being a board member of ERA, I was able to ask them to
think about doing a trade show at the Proud Bird. Once ERA was on board
and with some nice marketing by the ERA members, the show went back to the
Proud Bird for the first time in 12 years. It was truly a success and we
were glad to be part of it" Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Debra
Reiter, Field Sales
a powerful power
show - apec 2010:
Palm Springs, CA - February
23rd 2010 --
"Can you believe it? A trade show in Palm Springs! Wow, what a
great location, especially for this time of year. Methode stole the show
with their Mobile Design Showroom or "Big Foot" as we affectionately
call it. Tocos, Bob Kruse had a great booth location and received some
very valuable leads. This is one show I will travel to, see you in Fort
Worth Texas next year!" Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Top: Bob Kruse, National Sales Manager, Tocos and
Monroe Bunge, Field Sales Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Bottom Left: Ted Kill, David Ciembronowicz, and Mark
Shermantaro, Methode Electronics
Pictured
Bottom Right: Big Foot, Methode Electronics Mobile
Design Showroom
Click to enlarge first two photo's
all the way from minnesota
to watch hockey?:
Anaheim, CA - February 10th
2010 --
After a long day of sales calls and working the MD & M show it was time for
some Rest & Relaxation. "Being that the E-switch boys had been
in town for a few days. I took it upon myself to find something to do in
a cooler climate, like they are used to. I didn't want them to over heat and pass out. Hockey
was the obvious choice, ice, coats, and beer, they felt just like they were at
home! Seriously it was a great game, we all had a lot of fun, and the
Ducks won!" Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
from Left to Right: Rick Nelson National Sales Manager,
E-switch, Rick Kline Western Regional Sales Manager, E-switch,
Monroe Bunge, New Business Development, Astron, and Steve
Tennessen, President, Astron.
hi-jinks 80th
anniversary:
Seal Beach, CA - December 10th 2009
-- The 2009 Radio Pioneers Hi-Jinx featured Billy Gardel (very funny
Comedian, he just started filming his own TV show), two wonderful bands, and of course
a 5 star dinner, and
dancing. This was the 80th anniversary of the Radio
Pioneers and the Christmas Hi-Jinx. "I am very
proud to be a member of this prestigious group and look
forward to many more memorable times with everyone."
Commented Steve Tennessen President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Top: The
2009 Radio Pioneers
Pictured
Bottom: The three musketeers; Rich Unruh, President SMD,
Steve Tennessen, President Astron, & Dave Burgener,
Marketing Manager PUI
steve in phuket for
a leadership development meeting?:
Phuket, Thailand - December 2nd
2009 -- Astron travels to Phuket Thailand for an all important leadership meeting.
"What a great location Gore picked for their
meeting. It was nice to be flown there first class and
put up in the beautiful Hilton Resort and Spa. W. L. Gore sure knows how
to treat their representatives." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc. (Tongue
way in cheek)
Pictured: Steve
Tennessen, President Astron, in Phuket Thailand
astron and gore at
the philadelphia eagles - san diego chargers game:
San Diego, CA - November 15th -
Every once in awhile an east coast principals favorite NFL
team makes it to sunny Southern California during the
winter. It is too tempting of an opportunity to pass up,
the trap is set. They jump on a plane and travel
thousands of miles, only to have their hearts crushed by the
Chargers. There are still plenty of good times to be had
by all! "Unfortunately both teams were a major disappointment
in the playoffs (as were my packers)" Go
Favre???" Commented
Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Mark
Mulle, Gore and Steve Tennessen at the Eagle Charger game
astron, entertains
paul dechen from mtronpti:
Anaheim, CA - October 22th 2009 -- How do you properly end a week of
sales calls? You take your principal to an exciting
Angels PLAYOFF game! If that is not good enough, you sit
in the second row behind home plate and you make sure the
Angels will be hosting the eventual world champion New
York Yankees! Don't believe me, ask Paul Dechen of
MtronPTI, how great the game was! A game that the Angels
ended up winning with over tens runs scored. "Not
only was the game, seats, and matchup ideal, we end up sitting
5 seats away from Tommy Lasorda (Mr. I can sleep through
anything) and Frank Robinson two rows behind him! Two
big thumbs up, way up for that game!!!" Commented
Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc. and avid
Angels fan.
Pictured
Top Left: Frank Robinson
Pictured
Top Right: Tommy Lasorda, sleeping again
Pictured
Bottom Left: Pau Dechen and Steve Tennessen
Pictured
Bottom Right: The losing pitcher Mariono Rivera
prime electro
products trying for distributor of the year:
San Diego, CA - October 11th -
"Rick
Ballentine invited Beth and myself to our first Dodger playoff
game. Even though we were late five innings do to
the horrendous LA traffic, we did not miss a run in the 2-1
Dodger victory over the soon to be NL champions. It was
a great time, thanks again Prime Electro Products!"
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Steve
Tennessen, Beth Baker & Rick Ballentine
teledyne reynolds
& printed circuits sign astron on as their new
representative for southern ca:
Marina Del Rey, CA - October 1st, 2009
-- Teledyne Printed Circuit Technology
and Teledyne Reynolds sign Astron Electronics, Inc. as their
new manufacturer's representative for all of Southern
CA. "Teledyne is extremely complimentary to where
Astron is currently playing. Teledyne sells in the same
markets that we serve. This offers both companies new
opportunities at most of the major primes as we mix both
companies contacts together. Teledyne, a household name
in our industry, together with Astron's proven track record
calling on the military / aviation markets, make for a
formidable team." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron, ys tech, and
gore display at the
oceshow and at imaps:
Anaheim, CA - September 29th -
October 1st, 2009 -- Why did attendees "spin" by our booth?
"We brought the Roulette
Table to our booth to celebrate Astron Electronics' 15 years
in business! It definitely drew a crowd and some people were
lucky enough to be winners. The table gave us a chance to
converse with attendees in a different ambiance, and best of
all, we're building new relationships with those who stopped
by." Commented Mindy Cadiz, General Manager, Astron
Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Top Left: Mindy Cadiz, General Manager, Monroe Bunge Field
Sales, Astron Elelctronics, Inc. and on the right a very
special customer.
Pictured
Top Right: Charlie Taylor, National Sales Manager YS Tech
with Monroe Bunge, Field Sales Astron
Pictured
Bottom Left: Mike Singer, Field Sales Astron with Mike
Norfleet, Product Manager Gore Shield
Pictured
Bottom Right: Taylor Whitney, Inside Sales
charity golf for
casa teresa:
San Clemente, CA -
June 10, 2008 --
"For the second year in a row, I was invited to play with Karen Gau and Dave Burgener
at Arroyo Trabuco for a charity called Casa Teresa. The Gau's spend
a lot of time working with this particular charity and I felt privileged
to be a part of it. The charity benefits underage unwed mothers who
have children. Not only did I had a great time golfing,
I was able to help others. For more information
on how you can help these women, contact Bob Gau at (714)
544-2700." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Back Row: DB Coop (Dave Burgener) & Steve Tennessen
Pictured
Front Row: Don West & Karen Gau
astron and ys tech meeting at the
angels game:
Anaheim, CA - July 6th, 2009 --
Charlie Taylor and I discuss fan sales at the Angel - Ranger
game. "It was a great way to spend some time
together after a long day at work. It was a great game,
the Angels won and took over first place in the Pacific
Division. The fact that they scored 9 runs was an added
bonus!" Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Charlie Taylor, National Sales Manager YS Tech
astron sponsors the
era spring stimulus social:
Irvine, CA - May 20th, 2009
--
This year's social was a great success! A lot of people
came by, close to 100 at last count. There was a cross
section of people from all parts of the industry:
Representatives, Distributors, Contract Manufacturer's, and
Customers. Here are a few pictures of the people who
came out to the social." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc. {Click
on the image to enlarge it}
eds - astron sponsors
a day at the pool:
Las Vegas, NV - May 11th, 2009 --
Astron rents out a pool side Villa at the Paris in Las
Vegas. "The Astron Pool Party at the Villa is a nice way to start off
EDS. Friends and co-workers alike come by to say hi
and have a cocktail or two with us. This looks like a
tradition for " Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc. {Click
on the image to enlarge it}
astron sponsors the
napm meeting:
Camarillo, CA - May
11th, 2009
--
Astron Displays at the NAPM dinner in Odyssey Restaurant
in Granada Hills.
"The meeting was a success
Steve. I was able to meet a lot of quality buyers and
purchasing personnel from many different companies in the
Valley."
Commented
Richard Powell, Field Sales, Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Richard Powell, Field Sales San Fernando Valley
astron back in
goleta and camarillo:
Goleta and Camarillo, CA -
April 7 & 8th, 2009
--
Astron shows its wares at the local ERA table top
shows. These shows are a great way to get our local customers to
come and see everything we sell.
"Dennis and Francis, I wanted
to pass along my sincere appreciation and a BIG thank you for
all your hard work making the two ERA Shows a complete
success. These were my first two shows to exhibit at and I saw
all the hard work you two put into making this as successful
as it was. I know that a lot of sweat and preparation went
into this along with a lot of your personal time. I for one am
very grateful for all that you two did.."
Commented
Richard Powell, Field Sales, Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Richard Powell, Field Sales San Fernando Valley
astron
partners attends the napm and mana spring meeting on strategic
selling:
Franklin, OH - March 11th, 2009
--
Richard Powell and Steve Tennessen attend the NAPM & Mana
meeting in the San Fernando Valley, put on by the local ISM
chapter. Merle Roberts, CPSM, C.P.M. spoke on "Negotiating
from both sides of the Table". Merle did a
wonderful job working both the sales function and the
purchasing function into a presentation that we all could
learn from. he was very energetic and asked for audience
participation. I learned a lot from Merle and look
forward to seeing him next time he speaks." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron
partners with koehlke components, inc.:
Franklin, OH - February 20th, 2009
--
Koehlke Components, Inc. signs Astron Electronics, Inc. as its new representative
in Southern CA. "We are all very excited to become
the new representative for Koehlke. Koehlke is a premier
manufacturer of custom cable assemblies for Harsh Environments
and for the Military. "Koehlke will add a high end touch
to our linecard and fits in very well with our growth plan in
the high end marketplace." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron shows it
wares at the md&m show:
Anaheim, CA - February 10th -
12th, 2009 --
For the 6th straight year Astron displays at the MD&M show
in Anaheim. "I did not think it was possible to top
last year's show. With over 178 quality leads and a few
HOT requirements, this is turning into the best MD&M show ever.
Many of our current customers and many new and exciting
potential customers stopped by our booth for information on
the lines we represent."
Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
from Left to Right: Taylor Whitney, Inside
Sales Guru, Debra Reiter, Distribution Manager, and Steve
Cuttrell, Field Sales Orange County and Riverside.
astron has third
consecutive record year:
Santa
Ana, CA - January 7th, 2009 -- 2008
was Astron's best year ever. "We grew 25% year over
year. Considering 2007 was our the best year ever, we
really hit it out of the park this year. Obliviously, I
did not do it alone. I am lucky to have the best and staff in the industry. 2009 is
starting out tough do to the economy, we will see what
happens." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
radio pioneers
hi-jinx:
Irvine, CA - December 5th, 2008
-- Steve
Tennessen is officially inaugurated into the Radio
Pioneers. Every year at the annual Hi-jinx banquet, new
members are sworn in. "It is quite an honor to be
voted in as the newest Radio Pioneer, there is so much
tradition and so many icons that have been part of this
magical group, to be listed with them is an honor. I am
also the youngest Pioneer and that is very
rewarding." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Back Row from left to right: Mindy Cadiz, Jason,
Rick Degour, Mike and Marcia Singer
Front
row from left to right: Beth Baker & Steve
Tennessen
holiday
picture:
Irvine, CA - December 5th, 2008
--
From all of us at Astron Electronics, Inc. we wish everyone a
Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!!!
Pictured:
Back Row from left to right: Steve Cuttrell, Mike
Singer, Paul Galletta, Steve Tennessen, Richard Powell, Bud
Hill.
Front
row from left to right: Beth Baker, Jessica Younghans,
Taylor Whitney, Jennifer Droney, Mindy Cadiz, Debra Reiter.
era
merit:
Cypress, CA - December 3rd, 2008
--
ERA held its last meeting and event of the year. Before
Steve Turner of Turner Time Management told us how to manage
our time better, awards were given out to each board member to
thank them for their service. "I received a small
plaque for my efforts on the board as being the membership
chairman. ERA, especially our chapter has helped Astron immensely
over the years and I thought it was time to give back to ERA
by volunteering my time to the chapter." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Click
below to read the December Newsletter as published by
Dennis McGillis, Socal ERA Manager. The news letter also
has pictures of other board members who received awards.
December
Newsletter
Pictured: Steve Tennessen shaking hands with Socal ERA president Bill
Herold
dodger
playoff game:
Chavez Ravine, CA - October
29th, 2008 -- Rich Unruh and Steve Tennessen go to the Dodger's
playoff. "First Dodger game I have been to in 10
plus years and it was a playoff game. They lost not only
that game but the series to the eventual World-Series Champion
Phillies. We both have a fun time, especially in
downtown LA after the game." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Dodger
Stadium
the
astron annual distribution
golf trophy is officially awarded to smd:
Irvine, CA - October 23rd, 2008
--
After engraving SMD's name on the 3rd annual
Distribution Golf tournament trophy for the second time in
three years, Steve officially delivered to SMD the traveling trophy. "As you can see by
the excited look on Rich Unruh's face, he was extremely proud
and happy to be the first two time winner of the Astron
Distribution Golf Tournament. I look forward to Rich
coming back next year to defend his title." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Rich Unruh, President SMD
radio
pioneers in puerto vallarta:
Puerto Vallarta, CA - October
19th, 2008 --
Radio Pioneers go to
Puerto Vallarta,
for a little fishing, golf and relaxation. "Puerto
Vallarta, is alot of fun. It was great to go down their
with a group of good guys. the golfing was good, the
fishing was even better, but the house and the staff, made the
stay enjoyable."Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Dave Burgener, Vice President, Projections Unlimited, Inc. and
Steve Tennessen, holding three Dorado's that we caught.
texas
hold'em results:
Irvine, CA - October 16th, 2008
--
"The Texas Hold'em Tournament was another huge
success. This is a fun way for me to get out and spend
time with all of our distributors. The promotion helps
keep our principal name in front of their distributors, motivating
them to sell our products versus our competitors. We look forward to
next year being even bigger and better, with the addition of
our new lines!!!." Commented
Beth Baker, Distribution Manager, Astron Electronics, Inc.
Not
pictured is Lynn Warner, First Place winner
Pictured:
Top
left: Debbie Arrin, Straight Road Electronics - winner of
Second Place.
Top
Right: Rodney Wright, USI with Beth Baker of Astron, Rodney
won Third Place and tied for the most cards given out.
Bottom
Left: Debbie Seraphine, SMD - Also tied for the most cards
given out.
Bottom
Right: Todd Tintori with Beth Baker - Also tied for the most
cards given out.
astron
partners with tocos:
Schaumburg, IL - October
1st, 2008 --
Tocos signs Astron Electronics, Inc. as its new representative
in Southern CA. "We are all very excited for the
opportunity to represent Tocos. Tocos is a premier
Potentiometer line and is extremely complimentary with our line card
and fits in perfectly with our Customer Database."
Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron
receives sales award from methode:
Des Plains, IL - September
17th, 2008 --
Astron received a sales honor from Methode. "Astron
was number four of all representatives is territory
sales. We plan on becoming number 1 in a few
years. The power products are new to Astron, but are a
perfect fit with our power product mix." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
The award
stinger
presents at the methode conference:
Des Plains, IL - September
17th, 2008 --
Mike Singer, presented at the Methode annual sales
meeting. "Mike did an excellent job promoting
Methode products in San Diego, so Methode asked him to give
two separate presentations on customers that he has won big
orders with recently. Mike's presentations were very
informative and were well received. It was a great day
for Astron Electronics." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Mike Singer handing out presentation samples
astron
shows its wares at the oce show:
Costa Mesa, CA - September
11th, 2008 -- Astron
had a few booths and a GIANT Semi truck at the "new" OCE Show.
"The show was a huge success this year and after a short
break we will be back at it trying to make it an even better
event for next year." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Steve
Cuttrell, Mindy Cadiz, and Taylor Whitney
methode
is power possibilities:
Southern, CA - September 10th, 2008
--
Methode brought its mobile showroom to many of Astron's
customers in Southern CA. "The mobile showroom is a
unique selling tool, bringing the best in power technology
straight to the customers door. The showroom is VERY
large and brings some maneuvering complexities, but once it is
set up, it is a great way for engineers to view our latest and
greatest products." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Santa Ana, CA - September 9th, 2008
--
After months of negotiation and meetings, WL Gore appoints
Astron as their new Southern CA representative, their only
representative in the US. "I am very happy to be
part of the Gore team. They have an unique company
structure that focuses on growth and team work, together we
will grow the territory to new heights." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
angels
baseball:
Anaheim, CA - July
16th, 2008 --
Front row seats behind homeplate for the soon to be world
champion Angels!! "Thanks to Rich Unruh for inviting me
to the baseball game, great seats, good fun, and as always
with Rich good time had by all. Of course it did not hurt that
we swept the Red Sox for the series by winning this game! GO
ANGELS." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Rich Unruh,
President of Surface mount Distribution and
Steve Tennessen
astron electronics,
inc., grows to 12:
Santa Ana, CA - July 10th, 2008 --
Astron grows its sales force to 12 employees. "Astron's
growth continues to push me to hire additional
salespeople. I was very lucky to find two outstanding
salespeople to handle the best territory in Southern CA.
Orange County and LA. Debra and Steve bring outstanding
sales ability to our already strong lineup of personnel." Commented Steve
Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Steve Cuttrell and
Debra Reiter
pro
boxing and electronics?:
Irvine, CA -
June 19, 2008 --
Steve Tennessen was invited to see his first ever pro boxing
match. "Surface Mount Distribution (SMD) President,
Rich Unruh asked me if I would like to watch a boxing match
and I of course I said yes. The SMD team sure know how
to have a good time, I think the SMD group must have numbered
around 30 people. A great bunch of people and a great time was had by all, thanks Rich!" Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Fights from
fight night at the Irvine Marriot
charity
golf tournament:
San Clemente, CA -
June 10, 2008 --
"I was invited to play with Karen Gau and Dave Burgener
at Arroyo Trabuco for a charity called Casa Teresa. The Gau's spend
a lot of time working with this particular charity and I felt privileged
to be a part of it. The charity benefits underage unwed mothers who
have children. Not only did I had a great time golfing,
I was able to help others. That is a great feeling to
know that you are helping others. For more information
on how you can help these women, contact Bob Gau at (714)
544-2700." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
DB Coop (Dave Burgener), Chris Castellano, Karen Gau, & Steve Tennessen
neuman
golf tournament:
San Diego, CA -
June 6, 2008 --
"I was invited to the annual Neuman Golf tournament by
Doug Bodenstein owner of the Del Mar Electronic Trade
Show. It is a great industry tournament, long lived and
very popular with all of the local manufacturer's,
distributors, and representative's. Beyond the fun of
golf, it also benefit's a great charity the Veterans Village
of San Diego. All of the money raised goes to help all
or out military veterans from all wars." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured: Craig Simpson
of Tamura, Doug Bedenstein of DMES, Art Ramariz of
Verimar Sales, & Steve Tennessen
imaps
table top show and mixer:
Torrance, CA -
June 4, 2008 -- Astron
displayed their wares at the IMAP's show held at the Proud
Bird in Torrance. IMAP's is a show put on by Northrop Grumman
and targeted for the military industry. It's an opportunity
for engineers to attend from the many firms around the LA
region. Astron donated raffle items and manned two tables.
Micropac had their own tabletop display and Astron and API
Delevan on a separate table. API Delevan also hosted a
reception afterwards where many of the engineers came for
appetizers and drinks. "It wasn't one of the larger
tradeshows being a tabletop show, but was very informative
with the seminars and speakers. We were able to meet a few key
contacts which we hope to grow into future customers,"
commented, Mindy Cadiz, General Manager, Astron Electronics,
Inc.
Pictured: Invitation to Delevan's social event put together
by Astron, depicting all of our lines represented!
astron electronics,
inc., partners with oupiin:
Valencia, CA - June 1st, 2008
--
Astron adds Oupiin to its product offering. "With
Methode closing it's connector products division, Astron
looked around for a new connector line. Oupiin offered a
very broad range of connectors and could easily cross
Methode's connector products, to keep our customers
happy. Welcome aboard!" Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
steven
label golf outing:
Walnut, CA - May
31st, 2008 --
Astron sent a foursome to compete in the annual Steven Label
golf tournament. They did not win anything but a good
time was had by all. "For all of you readers out
there that think that all reps do is golf. IT WAS A
SATURDAY! 6:30 tee time even. I call that
dedication to your principals. Seriously, we had a blast
and look forward to competing in it for many years to come.
That was the first time Mike golfed in 18 years, yea he
sucked, but had a good drive once. hehe" Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Mike Stinger, Paul Galletta, Steve Tennessen, & Enrique
Loma
astron electronics, exceeding expectations again:
Las
Vegas, NV - May 7th, 2008 --
Astron Electronics, Inc. is presented with the plaque for
exceeding sales expectations - year over year
sales growth. "We have earned this award 6 out of the
7 years we have represented API Delevan. Last year was
our best sales year ever. Astron is already on pace in
2008 to break last years sales numbers, just with the samples
and quotes on that we are currently waiting on. Delevan
held a very good training session at EDS again this year.
I also want to welcome Kevin Heffler, the newest
member of API's management team, to the Delevan family.
I look forward to watching him grow API Delevan to the next
level. Good luck Kevin!!" Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
On the left is Chuck Wild, Regional Sales Manager.
Pictured in the center, holding Keith Kowasz's Fantasy
Football trophy is Jim Bingle, General Manager, and on the
right, holding the 2007 sales plaque is Steve Tennessen.
rich unruh shoots 71 to
help his team win the eds open:
Las
Vegas, NV - May 4th, 2008 --
Semi-pro golfer Rich Unruh shoots a 71, leading his team to a
convincing victory over the rest of the field.
Throughout the storied history of the EDS tournament, his 71
is the best score ever recorded. "I set up a
foursome that I thought would be competitive, had I known he
was going to shoot under par, I would have put him in my
group. However, Superman is not infallible, if you click
on the scorecard to the right you will see that mister Unruh,
did lose to mister Tennessen on the back 9 holes at
Meadowlark. I can give the game up now knowing I beat the EDS
Champ. By the way later that night Rich lost $400.00
playing blackjack." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
the scorecard showing Tennessen beating Unruh on the back 9 at
Meadowlark
eds golf tourny:
Las
Vegas, NV - May 4th, 2008 --
Astron is the annual EDS Golf
tournament sponsor. The tournament was held on Sunday May 4th.
"This is always a great way to kick
off the EDS show. Astron is very happy to say that they
have been the major sponsor of the tournament going on seven
years now." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
Top left: The First Place Team; Rich Unruh of SMD, Ron
Nelson, Tony Myers, and Michael Stein of E-switch.
Pictured
Top Right: Longest Drive, won by Todd McAtee, of Projections
Unlimited.
Pictured
Bottom Right: Closest to the Pin, won by Chuck Tanzola, of
Fusion Source
Pictured
Bottom Right: Second Place: Gary and Joan Richterkessing of
Heartland Electronics, Ray Grabowski of Isotec, and Tim
Boschert of Heartland Electronics.
Pictured
All: Steve Tennessen handing out the trophies.
del mar trade show:
Del
Mar, CA - May 1st, 2008 --
Astron
display's at the Del Mar Electronics Show at the famous Del
Mar racetrack.
"The show was a huge success again this year and I look
forward to being there every year, as I have for the past 12
years. We actually
received received two requirements at the show that we should
turn into immediate business. Doug and Julie always do a
first class job! Don't forget to sign up for the Orange
County Electronics Show at www.oceshow.com, as soon as
possible." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
: Steve Tennessen, Ron Nelson, President of E-switch, and Mike
Singer, Astron field sales, San Diego - busy working Astron's booth.
ipod anyone?:
Sorrento
Valley, CA - May 1st, 2008 --
Derek Hunsaker, of Novatel Wireless won the iPhone give-away
that E-switch was promoting the last few months.
"E-switch always comes up with great promotions and it is
nice when your customers win." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron electronics,
inc., helps era host it's summer social at tijuana's in
irvine:
Irvine,
CA - April 24th, 2008 --
Astron help's set up the a spring social for all local
members. Fifty or so industry
reps, distributors, and customers were drawn to the Tia
Juana's for drinks, appetizers, and to socialize. "This is
a great way to meet with business piers outside the office in
a casual atmosphere. Too many people get caught up in
the day to day routine and relationships are put on
hold. It was good to see the industry come together for
a fun event. " commented
Steven Tennessen, president of Astron.
Goleta,
CA - April 16th & 17th, 2008 --
Astron displays its wares at the Southern CA ERA table top
shows in Camarillo and Goleta this week. "These
shows are a great way for us to go out to our customers in
these smaller cities to display our principals products.
We received many leads and look to turn them into orders."
Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured:
Astron's table top display
astron electronics,
inc., partners with ys tech:
Garden Grove, CA - April 1st, 2008
--
Astron welcomed YS Tech to its family of lines
represented. "YS tech brings Astron a broad range
of fans to sell. YS Tech, offers small standard fans to
large custom assemblies. YS Tech is noted for their
great customer support, flexibility, and fast turn around on
samples and quotes. Astron looks forward to growing with
YS Tech for years to come." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron electronics,
inc., again display at the md&m show:
Anaheim, CA - February 13-15th,
2008 --
Astron along
with Alden and Steven Label, displayed their
wares at the MD&M show. "The show as usual was a huge success
with lots of sales leads. Some of the leads have
already become orders and others we are still working
on. We always have good luck at the show, come visit us
next year at Booth #982. I also, would like to thank the
principals who helped us monetarily with the sow cost." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
Pictured
: Mindy Cadiz, Beth Baker, Steve Tennessen, and Steve Zuniga,
Distribution sales for Elpac, pictured in Astron's booth.
astron electronics,
inc., wins bet with api delevan:
Santa
Ana, CA - January 25th, 2008 -- After
growing the API Delevan business for 6 years in a row, 2006
was Astron's first non growth year, Chuck Wild, Regional Sales
manager for API Delevan, asked if Astron could grow the
territories sales to not only cover the short fall but grow
the line to over a million dollars - a thirty percent
increase. "I said sure, but when we do, I want you
to wear a Green Bay Packer jersey to work and if we don't I
will wear a Buffalo Bills jersey to work all day. You
can decide on who won that bet and no that is not A J Hawk
pictured." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
astron electronics,
inc., has record year:
Santa
Ana, CA - January 5th, 2008 -- 2007
was Astron's best year ever. "Astron grew 20% over the
previous years numbers and 2006 was our previous best year
ever. "I could not do it without my great staff of
hard working salesmen and the full support from all of our principals. 2008 looks be
an even
better year, with the addition of a few new lines and
employees." Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.
