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news and miscellaneous notes:

astron electronics, inc., partners with nemco:
San Mateo, CA - July 1st, 2008 --  Astron to add Nemco to its product offering as of July 1st, 2008.  "When Phil Kansky came looking for a new representative, I was excited to add another well known, long time industry leader to our already strong line card. Nemco is very synergistic with our current product offering, making them a perfect fit. Astron looks forward to growing their business in Southern CA and we are very honored to have been selected as their new representative."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

pro boxing and electronics?:
Irvine, CA - June 19, 2008 -- I was invited to see my first ever live pro boxing match.  What a fun time.  Surface Mount Distribution (SMD) asked me to join them at the Marriot for this months fight night.  The SMD group must have numbered almost 30 people.  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

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

goodyear blimp pictures
Carson, CA - May 17th, 2008 --  "Codi and I went up in the Goodyear Blimp.  What a rush." To see the pictures click here

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 Electroncis.

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 tia juana'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. 

Pictured: ERA's banner 

Click here to see more pictures.  

camarillo and goleta trade shows:
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 alwalys 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.

astron electronics, inc., partners with hasco relay:
Del Mar, CA - January 2nd, 2008 --  Hasco the best name in relays, signs on Astron Electronics, Inc. as their new representative for Southern California and Baja Mexico.  "Astron is extremely excited about adding another quality name to our linecard.  The Hasco name is recognized world-wide as a leader in the relay industry.  Hasco is a perfect compliment to our linecard of power type passive and electromechanical products.  It is extremely hard to find a good relay company and I am very satisfied that we were able to work out this deal."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., grow its force to 11:
Santa Ana, CA - December 12th, 2007 -- With the addition of Tess Hibbard, Astron's head count reaches eleven.  "We currently have an offer out to another field salesman, which would make us an even 12.  If all works out he should start sometime in early February."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

tti costume party:
Tustin, CA  - October 31th, 2007 -- TTI, put on a potluck costume party for Halloween.  The Astron crew dressed up like the Munsters:  "Mindy and I came up with the idea and my staff did an excellent job of replicating their actor.  All in all a fun day with a good group of people". Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc. 

What we should have looked like:

How we really looked:

Pictured from Left to Right: Beth Baker, Steve Klass, Steve Donohoo, Mindy Cadiz, (won Third Place) Steve Tennessen (won First Place)

tti costume party:
Tustin, CA  - October 31th, 2007 -- Halloween lunch party at TTI.  Vendors and TTI employee's all dressed up for this pot-luck party at their office in Tustin.  The winners for best costume for TTI employees were:  First Place: Dean Seymour, Outside Sales, pictured on the right as an Army Captain.  Second place sent to Marc Tousignant, Outside Sales, pictured on the left as a Catholic Bishop.  Third place went to Mike Lynch, product manager for Delevan, he was dressed as a ship Captain, pictured on the right.

personal note: picture's of the smoke from all of the fires:
Santa Ana, CA - October 22th, 2007 -- The fires in Southern CA have touched everyone here in some way.  "Bud had to evacuate his house, so he jumped into his motorhome and parked somewhere.  Mike is on voluntary evacuation after evacuating the first time to his boat.  They are not supposed to use their cell phones so we try not to call them but let them call/email us.  As far as the rest of us we are fine but the air here is getting worse as of this morning on the drive into work..." commented Mindy Cadiz General Manager, Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pacific Ocean  - October 22th, 2007 "We all know of someone who lost a house in this tragedy.  I offer a few pictures, from my trip on my friends Destroyer, the USS Howard, sailing from San Diego to Seal Beach (LA County).  Some pictures of the smoke were from 17 miles out to sea, the rest are from one of the ports.  The smoke at sea was so thick that it looked as if it was snowing.  For some reason all of the ash was coming down where we were sailing."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

click here to see pictures of the smoke

astron electronics, inc., trophy presentation to the golf winners tti:
Tustin , CA - October 17th, 2007 -- After engraving the name of the winners on the trophy of the 2nd Annual Astron Distribution Golf Tournament, Steve Tennessen presented it to Keenan Jeworski and Mark Stander at the TTI Orange County Branch.  "Well I guarantee TTI will be back for next year's tournament to defend their crown (or should I say trophy), congratulations TTI on a well deserved victory."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Mark Stander, Steve Tennessen, and Keenan Jeworski

astron electronics, inc., first texas hold 'em tournament a success:
Huntington Beach , CA - October 5th, 2007 -- The 2007 Distribution Texas Hold 'em tournament closed with a bang on Friday.  We had a two way tie for first place and a two way tie for fourth place.  "The promotion netted well over a million dollars in sales, the results were so positive, that we are having a second tournament that started immediately after the golf tournament and will conclude just in time for Christmas.  The rules and payouts have changed a little bit to accommodate a faster tournament."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured on the Top Left: Mindy Cadiz, Astron and Don Comer, PUI - 1st place.

Pictured on the Top right: Mindy Cadiz, Astron and Paul Scheel, ACI - 3rd place.

Pictured on the Top right: Carlos Rodriguez, Force, Mindy Cadiz, Astron, and Anton Weltin, Force.

Click here to see the results of this tournament.

astron electronics, inc., 2nd annual distribution golf tournament:
Huntington Beach , CA - October 5th, 2007 -- "The 2007 Distribution Golf Tournament was a huge success.  Our principals came in with sponsorships and prizes that really helped attract more golfers.  Next year I expect to double this years attendance of 44, so that we are close to 100 golfers."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Click here to see over 100 different pictures from the golf tournament.

Pictured on the left: The golf trophy

Pictured on the right: The scoreboard

astron electronics, inc., socalee 2007:
Costa Mesa , CA - September 19th, 2007 -- Astron Electronics, Inc. had a front row booth at the SOCALEE trade show.  Astron also sponsored the show program by paying for Astron's entire linecard to be printed on the back cover.  "This was a tremendous show for Astron, we received over 30 quality leads with a solid 10 leads that will become orders.  The quality of people at the show this year was great".  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: On the left: Beth Baker, Inside Sales Astron Electronics, Inc.  On the right Steve Tennessen, President of Astron Electronics Inc. 

astron electronics, inc., r-theta tour:
Toronto, Canada - September 13th, 2007 -- After the R-theta sales meeting in Mississauga, Chuck and his lovely wife Laura took us to a Toronto / Yankee's game.  "You can see who the Wild's were rooting for, by the way they were dressed.  Unfortunately a base hit in the bottom of the ninth spoiled the Yankees day and gave victory to the home team Toronto.  With the CN tower as a backdrop, Toronto Stadium is one of the best places that I have been to to watch a baseball game."   Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Laura & Chuck Wild, API Delevan

astron electronics, inc., r-theta tour:
Mississauga, Ontario Canada - September 13th, 2007 -- After the E-switch sales meeting in Minnesota, and meetings at Delevan in Buffalo, Steve visited R-theta's headquarters, just Northwest of Toronto.  "As you can see from the little picture viewer to the right, R-theta's plant is HUGE!  A ton of machines and robots work in perfect harmony making the precision heatsinks our industry requires.  I was really impressed."   Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Click below to take a virtual tour of R-Theta

R-Theta - Profile

astron electronics, inc., golf anyone?:
Minneapolis , MN - September 11th, 2007 -- The day after E-switch's rep training and new product introduction, we were all taken out golfing.  "The golf course was in tip top shape and fun to play.  The 30 mile an hour winds and the 50 degree temperatures made this Californian very cold, but that did not stop our competitive spirit to challenge for he first place trophy!"   Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured on the left: The first place trophy in the best ball scramble golf tournament at the Annual E-switch Representative meeting.

Pictured on the right: John Habert : AKI Enterprises, Denver, Colorado, Tom Meyers, CEO, Stein Industries, Steve Tennessen, Astron Electronics, and Jeff Fisher, The Hofstetter Company, Cleveland Ohio

astron electronics, inc., is a multi-millionaire once again:
Santa Ana, CA - August 27th, 2007 -- Methode Electronics, Inc. presented Astron Electronics, Inc. with a trophy for the Million Dollar Sales Club, once again.  "This is an easy award to win, when you have the ability to sell products from a great company like Methode Electronics, Inc.  Their broad product offering and their skill in quality manufacturing, allows Astron's salesmen to call on and close large deals with tier one accounts."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured on the Left: Steve Tennessen, President of Astron Electronics and on the Right: Louis Davies, West Coast Sales Manger Methode Electronics.

astron electronics, inc., attends the era sagebrush social:
Calabasas, CA, – August 9th, 2007 – The weather was so nice that a hundred industry reps, distributors, and customers were drawn to the Sagebrush Cantina to socialize. Astron's Steve Tennessen and Keith Kowasz, were among the many that attended.  "This is a great way to conduct business outside of the office.  It is also a great time to socialize with many of your peers who you don't often get a chance to see." commented Steven Tennessen, president of Astron.

Pictured Middle:  Jim Dick, Buyer Alcatel

Pictured Far Right: Keith Kowasz, Field Sales Valley, Astron Electronics, Inc.

 

astron electronics, inc., is named 2007 sales rep for the year by methode - for the second year in a row:
Santa Ana, CA, – July 23rd, 2007 – Methode, a leading supplier of interconnect products for the OEM market, today announced Astron Electronics Inc, as the Company’s 2007 top representative firm for it's CPD and Duel Systems divisions.   “It is an honor to be recognized as the top representative firm for a company as large as Methode.  This is the second year in a row that we received this award and am honored that we are able to distinguish ourselves from the world-wide network of Methode representatives.  Astron is proud to be associated with Methode and looks forward to many years of continued growth," commented Steven Tennessen, president of Astron.   Click here to see the whole press release.

Pictured Bottom Right:  Steve Tennessen and Lou Davies, Regional Sales Manager, Methode Electronics, Inc.

 

astron electronics, inc., sponsors the eds golf tourney for the 7th year:
Las Vegas, - May 13th, 2007 -- This years turnout wasn't as big as passed years, but all had fun in the sun.  "With EDS moving up a weekend next year, so the golf tournament is NOT on Mothers Day, the turnout should be alot better."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured Top Left:  Gary Richterkessing with Steve Tennessen - Awarded - Closest to the pin

Pictured Top Right: Joe Mancini, Ron Bond, Dave Stanley, Bob Bellemare, with Steve Tennessen - Awarded - FIRST PLACE

Pictured Bottom Left:  Joan Richterkessing with Steve Tennessen - Awarded - Longest Drive

Pictured Bottom Right: Joan Richterkessing, Gary Richterkessing, Andy Coyle, Andrew Schwarz with Steve Tennessen - Awarded Second Place.

astron electronics, inc., golf anyone:
Las Vegas, - May 13th, 2007 -- The infamous threesome at the EDS golf tournament, still have not won an Astron sponsored trophy.  "We had a blast and that is all that matters. Every year for seven years, I have handed Astron's trophies to other teams, you would think that by now we would have won something."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Dave Burgener, PUI; David Ciembronowicz, Methode Electronics, Inc. & Steve Tennessen, Astron Electronics, Inc.

     

astron electronics, inc., partners with e-switch:
Del Mar, CA - May 2nd, 2007 --  E-Switch the best name in switches, appointed Astron Electronics, Inc. as their new representative for Southern California and Baja Mexico.  "Astron is extremely excited about adding another quality name to our linecard.  The E-Switch name is recognized world-wide as a leader in the Switch industry.  Astron will work to keep it a well know name in Southern CA for many years to come."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., best recommendation I have ever seen - thanks chuck:
East Aurora, NY - transcript of actual email, Sent: Friday, April 27, 2007 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

astron electronics, inc., displays at the camarillo and goleta table top shows:
Camarillo, - April 17th, 2007 -- This was the first time that an ERA sponsored trade show was held in Camarillo.  The turn out was a little light but will grow as we continue to get the word out over the next few years.  The Goleta show more then made up for Camarillo by the huge turnout of customers.  All in all these shows are a great way to see our customers and meet new ones."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Keith Kowasz and Steve Tennessen

astron electronics, inc., works with methode and r-theta at the apec show:
Disneyland, - March 5-7th, 2007 -- The best power trade show that we constantly display at every year is without a doubt is APEC.  We received many good leads from both of our booths, that we are very happy about.  Plus, they give away free food and drink - now that is a trade show :)"  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured Top Left: Setting up, Ahmed Zaghlol (R-Theta), Stephen Klass (Astron), and Sara Maas (R-Theta).

Pictured Top Right: Steve Donohoo, Steve Tennessen of Astron, and Sara Maas (R-Theta).

Pictured Bottom Left: Steve Tennessen (Astron), Ahmed Zaghlol (R-Theta), Sara Maas (R-Theta).

Pictured Bottom Right: Steve Tennessen (Astron), Sara Maas (R-Theta), and Jim Butler (R-Theta).

astron electronics, inc., deals up texas hold-um for it's distributors:
Santa Ana, CA - February 15th, 2007 -- Astron kicks off a Texas Hold-em promotion for all of our distributors.  Click here to read the rules.  Click here to follow along with the cards that have been dealt.

"This is a fun way to work with and get more mind share with our distributors.  So far our disty programs have been very fun and successful, I would expect this one to be our best promotion yet."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., spends valentines day at hooters?:
Santa Ana, CA - February 14th, 2007 -- Well where do you go on Valentines day when you are all alone thousand's of miles from home and at a trade show in Southern CA?  You go to hooters of course.  "Thanks to Mindy's great idea, we did not have to wait for crowds of couples to get a table on one of the busiest days for eating out.  We went back to the place where last year my staff had a blast without me. See last years post below."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured Top Left: Riley and Jack Donohoo win at WINGO!!

Pictured Top Right: Jen Droney, Astron. Gordon Udall, Alden. Stephen Klass, Astron 

Pictured Bottom Left: Dean Miller, Alden. Chris Finch, Trace Labs.

Pictured Bottom Right: John Moradd & Dean Miller, Alden

astron electronics, inc., alden, age, and astron dispays at the md&m show:
Santa Ana, CA - February 13-15th, 2007 -- Astron along with Alden, displayed their wares at the MD&M show.  Astron had a crew of at least 5 people working the show every day to cover the booths effectively. "The show as usual was a huge success with lots of sales leads.   We will be back, our deposit and booth location are already picked out for next years show!  Click here or go to get the information on next years show and our booth number or go to the show tab located on the header above."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured Left: John Mooradd in Alden's booth.

Pictured : Steve Tennessen in Astron's booth.

astron electronics, inc., partners with Isocom:
Santa Ana, CA - January 5th, 2007 -- Isocom is one of the industry's major suppliers of: Optocouplers, Optoisolators, optoswitches, optosensors, and mosfet relays.  Isocom has appointed Astron Electronics, Inc. as their new representative for Southern California.  "Isocom, is a natural for us, as their products blend in very well with our linecard.  Astron looks forward to getting Isocom back to the major player that they were a few years ago."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., on top of the world with methode:
Santa Ana, CA - January 16th, 2007 -- Methode Electronics, Inc. presented Astron Electronics, Inc. with the award for Representative of the year.  "We are proud to receive this award from Methode Electronics.  My team has worked hard over the past few years and to be recognized in this way by Methode is a real milestone for Astron."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Steve Tennessen, President of Astron Electronics and Louis Davies, West Coast Regional Manger Methode Electronics.

astron electronics, inc., is a multi-millionaire once again:
Santa Ana, CA - January 16th, 2007 -- Methode Electronics, Inc. presented Astron Electronics, Inc. with a trophy for the Million Dollar Sales Club, once again..  "They need to come up with a five million dollar trophy for last year sales and a ten million dollar trophy for next years!  A lot of effort and work went into achieving these sales goals, all starting back in January of 2002, when David Ciembronowicz hired us.  We joined the million dollar club in our second year representing Methode."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured: Steve Tennessen, President of Astron Electronics and Rick Degour, West Coast Sales Manger Methode Electronics.

astron electronics, inc., grow its force to 10:
Santa Ana, CA - January 1 5th, 2007 -- With the addition of Stephen Klass and Mike Singer, Astron's head count reaches ten.  "After our best sales year ever, I need to add more bodies so that we can continue this explosive growth that we have experience over the past few years."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., partners with r-theta:
Santa Ana, CA - January 5th, 2007 -- R-theta the leader in high performance heatsink solutions, has appointed Astron Electronics, Inc. as their new representative for Southern California and Southern Nevada.  "R-theta is a perfect fit for our linecard.  The synergy is amazing with our other lines.  We look forward to a long prosperous relationship."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., Delevan Promo Winners for December:
Southern, CA - December  22th, 2006 --.Jackie Morris from Surface Mount Distribution (SMD), crossed 15 different inductors over to the API Delevan brand!  She won the most crosses award for the month of December.

Dave Bell from Passive Components won second place for the most inductor crossed over to API Delevan.  He crossed 8 different brands.

Scott Handke of ACI won a hundred dollars for booking a $7,386.50 order with a new customer for API Delevan!  Way to go Scott.

Pictured Top Left:  Dave Bell, Passive Components

Pictured Top Right:  Jackie Morris, SMD, Inc.

Pictured Bottom:  Scott Handke, ACI

astron electronics, inc., partners with JPC:
Santa Ana, CA- November 30th, 2006 -- Astron takes a chance on a new product line, by signing up JPC (also know as Japanese Products, or Japan Servo) to its linecard.  "I look forward to working with a fan and motor line.  The average selling price for these types of products are a higher than some of our other lines.  Plus the demand for these products is growing."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., Delevan Promo Winners for November:
Anaheim, CA - November 20th, 2006 -- Paul Katinos of ACI, won the Astron/Delevan promotion for the largest new customer quote.  He quoted  over $9,000.00, if he books the order, it will get him a leg up on next month Booking award! - Go Paul."  

Kim Jones of Projections Unlimited, booked a $6,700.00 order with a new customer to win the Astron/Delevan booking award for November.  Nice work Kim!

Thanks to all of the distributors who participated in November.  More awards to be passed our next month!

 

Pictured Top:  Mindy Cadiz and Paul Katinos, ACI

Pictured Bottom:  Mindy Cadiz and Kim Jones, PUI

astron electronics, inc., fishing expedition in San Diego:
Somewhere off the coast of San Diego, CA - October 8th, 2006 -- "We needed a break from the IMAPS show in San Diego.  So DB Coop Dave Burgener, Dennis Granger, and myself went fishing!  Did not catch many fish, just a cold :("  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

 

Pictured:  Dave Burgener, PUI, Steve Tennessen, Dennis Granger, Micropac.

astron electronics, inc., first annual distributor golf tournament:
Huntington Beach, CA - September 29th, 2006 -- "The first annual Astron Distribution Golf tournament was a resounding success.  The tournament will continue to grow for years to come."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

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Bob Lara, Mike Capo, (Plasma Systems) - Don Sallidan, Robert Branco (Ellsworth)        Dave Bell - Passive, Steve Tennessen & Paul Galletta - Astron, and Keenan Jeworski - TTI          The Astron group         Keith Kowasz - Astron      Ellsworth eyeing up their putt        KR Anderson making a putt!      PUI on the Seventh green     Rich Unruh     Scott - Astron & Lou - Methode     Scott Housman - Astron     SMD on the 7th Green      Steve & Paul  - Astron, Keenan - TTI on 7       Steve Donohoo - Astron       Steve Donohoo - Astron & Louis Davies - Methode      The Astron Group walking up to the 7th green

Tournament Winners:

First Place: 67 shot by the The SMD Group of Rich Unruh, Clancy Barham, Dave Boroff, and Cary Whitacker

Second Place: 70 shot by the KR Anderson Group: Raul Romero, Carlo Caoile, Jeff Wagner, and Chad Douglass

Third Place: 70 shot by the PUI Group of  - Mike Lung (Carlsberg), Travis Griffin and Dave Burgener (PUI), Rodney Magsanide (Bivar)

Closest to the Pin: Hole # 13 Sponsored by API Delevan, won by Dave Burgener

Closest to the Pin: Hole # 7 Sponsored by Methode, won by Cary Whitacker (This is the picture of the swing that won the prize.)

Longest Drive: Mike Lung - Prize Sponsored by Micropac.

astron electronics, inc., hires bud hill as sales rep, for southern san diego and mexico:
San Diego, CA - June 9th, 2006 -- Astron signed on Bud Hill to cover South San Diego and the Baja Mexico territory.  "After having a Mexican National working the Mexico territory for us for about a year, we felt that a seasoned salesperson was the way to go.  Bud a long time representative with many companies in the San Diego/Mexico territory.  He is the perfect choice and Astron looks forward to a great working relationship."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

astron electronics, inc., tops a million dollars:
Las Vegas, NV - May 4th, 2006 -- "We did it!!!  Astron became the newest member of the million dollar club!!  Well we were challenged at the beginning of the year to grow our territory by over 25% and make the million dollar club - thanks to the hard work of my staff we were able to make our goal and become Delevan's newest million dollar representative!!"  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.  

"Its about time."Commented Chuck Wild, Bookie for the Delevan baseball league and partners in crime with the football syndicate, better known for stealing trophy's.

Pictured from left to right: Chuck Wild, Delevan & Steve Tennessen.

astron electronics, inc., meets with sunLED at the eds show:
Las Vegas, NV - May 3rd, 2006 -- "We had a good year with SunLED and look forward to continued growth in Southern CA."  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

Pictured from left to right: From Astron - Mindy Cadiz, Steve Donohoo, Steve Tennessen, and from SunLED - Jimmy Htoy, Tony Tu

astron electronics, inc., sponsors the eds golf tournament:
Las Vegas, NV - April 30, 2006 -- Astron sponsors the trophy's for the EDS golf outing for the 5th year in a row.

astron electronics, inc., front hall, corner booth at the del mar show:
Del Mar, CA - April 26, 2006 -- Astron displays it wares at the Del Mar Electronics Show and have been displaying at the show since its inception.  "This has to be one of the best shows, if not the best show, that we have left in Southern CA.  Year in and year out it lives up to all of the expectations.  Astron will be displaying at the Del Mar Electronics Show for a long time coming.  Also, because of my long history with this show we have a great booth location, which of course helps bring customers by the booth!"  Commented Steve Tennessen, President Astron Electronics, Inc.

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