Southwest Sales represents a select number of the finest plumbing manufacturers in the wholesale channel. As a premier sales agency in the State of Texas, Southwest Sales creates success in single-family residential, multi-family new construction, commercial projects, and decorative brand sales throughout the industry. We are an Employee Owned, Employee Powered Company dedicated to driving our success, and that of our manufacturers, by the following:
- creating pull-through demand
- providing first-in-class service
- employing highly-trained specialists
Our Outside Sales Team of over 30 employees has the experience and knowledge base to handle any situation with speed and professionalism. And with 17 Inside Sales professionals, there is always someone available to provide information, support, and customer solutions.
Justin Elis
Principal / Chief Financial Officer
jelis@southwestsales.com
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Justin graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor and master in Professional Accounting and is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas. After graduation, he worked for KPMG for six years in the assurance services and financial due diligence practices. Justin left KPMG to work for Safe Harbor Marinas, a private equity backed owner and operator of marinas with over 100 properties across the US. While at Safe Harbor, Justin was an executive whose responsibilities included integrating acquisitions, developing custom software, and leading operational improvement initiatives. Justin joined Southwest Sales as Chief Financial Officer in 2020.
Emily Stow McDonald
Principal / Vice President, Director of Builder Sales and Decorative Products
emcdonald@southwestsales.com
972-679-8618
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Emily is a graduate of Texas Tech University. She has been in the plumbing industry for over 15 years. Before joining our team she worked in inside sales for 5 years for a major plumbing wholesaler in the DFW area. Emily joined Southwest Sales as a builder account manager and has been calling on builders, designers, plumbers and wholesalers for 10 years. Emily's passion for the brands that we represent and her relationships have made her a successful player on the Southwest Sales team. In 2014, Emily was promoted to a Principal and enjoys the dual role of Principal and Builder Account Manager.
Darrell McGill
Principal / Vice President, Central Texas Manager
dmcgill@southwestsales.com
832-578-4512
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Darrell has a acquired a wide range of experience and product knowledge in the construction industry. He owned a high end residential construction company in the greater Houston area for eleven years. Afterwards he spent his time working for a large wholesaler in the College Station area, before having the opportunity to take over the greater Waco/Austin area for Southwest Sales, with responsibilities to manage wholesalers, contractors and builder sales.
Justin Pfeifer
Principal / Vice President, Houston Manager
jpfeifer@southwestsales.com
281-883-7679
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Justin has over 18 years of experience in the residential construction industry, working for a national window manufacturer as the Director of Builder Sales before joining Southwest Sales in early 2013. In his previous roles, Justin negotiated and managed numerous statewide and regional programs with single-family and multi-family builders. In addition, Justin focuses on providing clients with industry leading customer service, strategic options for market growth, and relies upon his industry experience to create value throughout the distribution channel. In 2014, Justin was promoted to a Principal position with Southwest Sales.
Ryan Wilkinson
Principal / Vice President, North Texas Manager
rwilkinson@southwestsales.com
214-907-1299
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Ryan is a graduate of Texas Tech University. Prior to joining Southwest Sales in 2011, he worked in commercial real estate and construction. Ryan started his career with Southwest Sales in North Texas as a Sales Associate and in 2013, he took a Territory Manager position in Houston. In 2020 Ryan was named Principal and Vice President, managing the South Texas Region. After a move back to DFW in 2021, Ryan is currently responsible for managing the North Texas Region. He takes pride in leading a team of preeminent salespeople and delivering exceptional results for customers and manufacturers alike.
Regan Dixon
North Texas Area Manager
rdixon@southwestsales.com
817-296-1667
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Regan came to Southwest Sales in 2015 after 5 years in the heavy construction equipment industry covering the southwest area of Houston. A graduate of Hardin Simmons University, Regan brings experience in working with contractors of various sizes on a multitude of projects. He is responsible for partnering with mechanical contractors, general contractors and other commercial plumbers to make sure their needs are met, and jobs are thoughtfully and thoroughly handled with the attention and communication they require. Regan's ability to learn quickly, problem solve and provide unmatched customer service is a key feature for our commercial customers.
Ben Tate
Business Development Manager
btate@southwestsales.com
817-851-4601
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Ben is a graduate of both Lubbock Christian University (BA) and West Texas A&M (MBA). Prior to joining Southwest Sales in 2021, he worked for a water treatment company where he worked with channel partners to spec in residential and commercial products in buildings across the US. As a Territory Manager at Southwest Sales, he works in a similar fashion with strategic partners to ensure that each customer is served and advocates for the manufacturers we represent. Ben regularly seeks new opportunities to positively impact both customer and manufacturer relationships through frequent communication and a strategic eye for growth.
Dustin Bullard
Territory Manager
dbullard@southwestsales.com
630-853-0996
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After leaving the US Airforce, Dustin worked for a builder services company selling cabinets, flooring and countertops. Working in various sales roles for most of his life, Dustin joined Southwest Sales in 2019 and has moved from an Account Manger to a Territory Manager and has built rapport with customers and team members alike. His ability to quickly provide solutions make Dustin an asset to the team
Ben Hardesty
Territory Manager
bhardesty@southwestsales.com
817-313-9373
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Ben joined the Southwest Sales team in 2022 as a Territory Manager in our West Texas and Texas Panhandle areas. Ben is a DFW native that relocated to the Texas Panhandle while attending Texas Tech university. After starting a family in Lubbock, he relocated to the Amarillo, Texas area and began pursuing a career in retail sales, eventually transitioning to B2B sales in residential construction. Ben is also considered a jack-of-all-trades, with experience in many aspects of construction. He is very dedicated to assisting the growing Panhandle and West Texas areas.
Jason Snelling
Account Manager
jsnelling@southwestsales.com
714-905-4471
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Jason attended California State University, Fullerton and received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications before starting work in the hospitality and hardware sales industries. He joined Southwest Sales in 2022 as an Account Manager. Jason finds his ability to build relationships and provide genuine customer satisfaction a key to success.
Heather Evans
Business Development Manager
hevans@southwestsales.com
832-776-3020
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Heather brings to Southwest Sales over 16 years of experience with driving direct sales for manufacturers through her influential relationships within the builder and multi-family channels. She is highly skilled in penetrating previously untapped markets, maximizing sales, and identifying growth opportunities in a dynamically changing environment. Throughout Heather’s career, she has worked closely with multifamily and hospitality developers, specializing in finding product solutions to drive business and efficiencies.
Arturo Bernal
Territory Manager
abernal@southwestsales.com
713-252-8848
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Art joined Southwest Sales in March of 2015 after 6 years in the Oil and Gas industry. Art’s technical background, problem solving skills and strong customer service have allowed him to connect with both contractors and wholesalers in the Houston market. As an account manager, this level of connectivity allows Art to focus on creating downstream demand by developing strong relationships with contractors and creating valuable partnerships with his customers.
Tristan Pechacek
Territory Manager
tpechacek@southwestsales.com
713-702-5121
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Tristan is a Territory Manager for Southwest Sales, and a recent graduate from Texas A&M University, where he graduated with honors in 2018. He brings a contractor level perspective and plumbing knowledge from growing up around one of the largest plumbing contractors in the Houston market. This has allowed greater connection with many of the plumbing contractors and wholesale distributors, who have deep roots in the Houston plumbing industry. Helping to create a passion for the plumbing industry, and the drive to promote Southwest Sales and their manufacturers to the customers.
Matthew Anderson
Central Texas Area Manager
manderson@southwestsales.com
830-460-0766
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Matthew is a graduate of Texas Tech University. He has been in the wholesale industry for over 4 years, primarily focused on plumbing and recently taking on lighting. Prior to joining Southwest Sales in March 2021, he had a focus on building relationships and selling plumbing products to new construction builders and multifamily contractors across all major markets in Texas and covering all central Texas. He joined Southwest Sales as a Territory Manager for Central Texas, primarily focused on the lighting industry. He works with showrooms, distributors, contractors and builders to promote lighting products and grow Southwest Sales' presence in the lighting industry.
Connor Buchmann
Territory Manager
cbuchmann@southwestsales.com
817-739-8444
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Connor is a proud graduate of The University of Oklahoma. Connor was promoted to a Territory Manager after being both a Sales Associate and Account Manager with Southwest Sales. Connors ability to learn quickly and willingness to jump in with both feet on any task that comes his way has made him an asset with Southwest Sales. His strong work ethic was largely shaped by his time as a collegiate and professional baseball player. Connor finds building relationships with customers extremely rewarding.
Brady French
Account Manager
bfrench@southwestsales.com
210-788-9717
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Brady joined Southwest Sales in 2021 and is a recent graduate from Southwestern University where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Business. As a member of the Southwest University football team Brady learned the value of teamwork and striving towards joint success. Prior to working with Southwest Sales, Brady obtained an eCommerce internship where he oversaw warehouse operations. A quick learner and has a strong work ethic, Brady swiftly moved from a Sales Support role into Account Management in Central Texas.
Tyler Hampton
Territory Manager
thampton@southwestsales.com
512-915-8210
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Since graduating from the University of West Florida in 2011, Tyler has used his degree in Business Management working as a marketing coordinator for a small business as well as a dispute analyst for a major corporation. Tyler joined the Southwest Sales team in 2015. He is passionate about efficiently solving any issues a client may encounter. Tyler focuses on customer satisfaction and takes pride in the products he represents.
Jared Karns
Territory Manager
jkarns@southwestsales.com
608-576-7106
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Jared joined the Southwest Sales team in 2021 after five years in heavy equipment sales. As a Territory Manager, he covers the central Texas area from Austin to San Antonio. He has found success in his ability to adapt quickly to new situations as well as building strong, lasting partnerships.
Connie Bates
Builder Account Manager
cbates@southwestsales.com
214-215-2835
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After attending UNT, Connie began her career in the plumbing industry in 2013 working for a high-end plumbing wholesaler. Prior to joining Southwest Sales in 2021, Connie worked as a manufacturer’s representative responsible for residential and commercial plumbing products. Connie joined Southwest Sales as a builder account manager and has been calling on builders and designers. Connie's passion for the brands that we represent; her strong and professional relationships within the construction community makes her a valuable member of our team. Never without a smile on her face; she's ready to provide solutions to any challenges.
Tiffany Casey
Senior Builder Account Manager
tcasey@southwestsales.com
832-529-7800
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Tiffany began her career in the construction industry in 2000 after graduating from Texas A&M University. Before joining Southwest Sales, Tiffany worked in builder sales with two of the largest wholesale distributors in Houston. Tiffany focuses on driving our manufacturer’s specifications with both single and multifamily contractors and creating pull-through demand for our products. Her working experience between wholesale distribution and manufacturers makes Tiffany a great asset to the team.
Mark Helms
Senior Builder Account Manager
mhelms@southwestsales.com
512-657-3985
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Mark joined Southwest Sales in 2006. He is a graduate of Texas State University, and in his time at Southwest Sales he has gained considerable knowledge of plumbing systems and products. Overall, Mark has over 25 years of experience selling products and services in the residential and commercial construction markets. His ability to build relationships with key customers and his reputation as a solutions provider make him a valuable member of our team. In 2015, Mark was promoted to a Principal position and now manages our outside sales team in Central Texas.
Xanica Skuza
Builder Account Manager
xskuza@southwestsales.com
214-733-4769
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Xanica is a graduate of University of Texas at Arlington. She comes to us with more than 10 years of sales experience. Although she is new to the plumbing industry, her positive and upbeat mindset in all working environments makes her an asset to our company.
Rob Stow
Builder Account Manager
rstow@southwestsales.com
817-891-7006
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Rob is a graduate of San Diego State University. Drawing on his experience as a builder account manager in the Southern California market, Rob has fully embraced his role as a Territory Manager in the North Texas market where he was raised. His approach to sales exhibits an ability to cultivate relationships and develop partnerships with a comprehensive understanding of the essential traits for success and growth.
Heather Tiso
Architectural & Design Director
htiso@southwestsales.com
972-971-0240
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Heather studied Design and Architecture at Texas Tech University before earning her degree in Home Furnishings Merchandising from the University of North Texas. She continued her postgraduate studies in Interior Architecture while beginning her career in sales with a decorative drapery hardware and window coverings manufacturer where she earned New Representative of the Year honors. She joined Southwest Sales in 2004 to focus on decorative products brands for plumbing showrooms, designers and custom builders. Heather has a passion for training customers and industry peers on new products, design trends and planning their kitchen, bath and shower spaces. Heather's product knowledge, attention to detail and industry experience make her a strong member of our sales team.
Karen Ashcraft
Senior Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
kashcraft@southwestsales.com
281-639-7151
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After graduating from Texas A&M, Karen began her career in the plumbing industry in 1999 working for a national plumbing wholesaler. Prior to joining Southwest Sales in 2013, Karen worked as a manufacturer’s representative responsible for residential and commercial plumbing products. As Decorative Product Manager for Southwest Sales, she focuses on training showroom consultants, designers and customer builders on the features and benefits of our products. In addition, Karen works with our showrooms to ensure that our products are appropriately displayed and working properly. Karen's focus on the customer ensures they receive products that meet their requirements and exceeds their expectations.
Katie Blumenshine
Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
kblumenshine@southwestsales.com
309-838-9621
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Katie joined Southwest Sales in August 2022, as an Architectural & Design Specifications Manager. She graduated with a Bachelor of Elementary Education from Oklahoma State University in the fall of 2015. Katie immediately started her journey as an educator upon graduation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In the summer of 2017, Katie moved to Frisco, Texas and started teaching middle school mathematics. After leaving education, she began working for a high-end interior designer in Dallas, Texas. She is eager to utilize her teaching skills to build relationships with designers, influencers, architects, and showrooms in DFW and East Texas.
Cassie Mulanax
Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
cmulanax@southwestsales.com
512-297-3576
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A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Cassie began her sales career long before graduation. After spending 15 years in real estate and construction, she joins Southwest Sales eager to take on the plumbing side of the business. As Decorative Product Manager for Southwest Sales, she utilizes her construction knowledge to provide training and inspiration to consultants and designers in the showroom. She brings custom builders the ability to find a customized product lineup to perfectly suit their needs.
Kelly Neville
Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
kneville@southwestsales.com
469-525-9751
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Kelly joined Southwest Sales in 2021 with an extensive background in residential design and territory management of tile, stone and decorative products. She attended Illinois State University, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Housing and Environmental Design. Creative, detail-oriented solutions and stellar customer service are always to be expected from Kelly, regardless of the size or scope of the project.
Lindsey Root
Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
lroot@southwestsales.com
346-877-5577
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Lindsey Root has been in the homebuilding and design industry for over 15 years. Before taking the “rep step” and joining the SWS team in July 2021, Lindsey was the Houston Showroom Marketing Manager for a large national distributor. She is known for distinctive customer events, exceptional trade-specific incentive programs, unrivaled brand relationships and as a connector in the industry. During her career, Lindsey has been recognized as the Greater Houston Builders Association 2018 “Associate of the Year,” Modern Luxury magazine 2019 “Dynamic Women” nominee, Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) Remodeler’s Council Board member, Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) Custom Builder’s Council Board member and American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Student Enrichment and 2021 Ruby Awards Committee member. Prior to her dive into distribution, Lindsey was in on-site sales for new construction custom and production builders. She attended the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin and currently lives in Houston, Texas with her fiancé.
Angela Tudor
Architectural & Design Specifications Manager
atudor@southwestsales.com
317-910-8371
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An experienced sales and marketing manager with a proven track record of building relationships and an innovative approach to growing sales, Angela has a passion for construction and design. A graduate of Indiana University, Angela started with Southwest Sales in 2022 as an Architectural and Design Manger. She is eager to build relationships with designers, influencers, architects, and showrooms.
Amy Galindo
Lighting Division Manager
agalindo@southwestsales.com
940-205-3178
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Amy joined Southwest Sales in 2022 as a Builder Account Manger in the North Texas market. A Tarlton State University graduate, she has been in the construction industry for 13 years working for both manufacturers and manufacturers representatives and is familiar with the nuances of our industry. Amy has a proven track record of results and was awarded Rep of the Year by one manufacturer. Her strong analytical skills, aggressive drive, and desire to win make Amy a invaluable addition to our team.
Gary Biarsky
Lighting Territory Manager
gbiarsky@southwestsales.com
972-689-0117
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Gary joined Southwest Sales in August 2021, as our North Texas Lighting Territory Manager. A graduate of The Ohio State University, Gary has over 25 years of experience in the lighting industry, most recently as the East Sales Manager for a large lighting brand. His management background, relationships, passion, and experience will help us to grow our Lighting Channel presence in Texas.
Mike Duhon
Lighting Territory Manager
mduhon@southwestsales.com
409-939-3308
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Mike joined SWS in April of 2022 as our South Texas Lighting Territory Manager. Mike began his career in Lighting & Electrical in 2003 working for one of the nation’s largest Electrical Distributors before focusing strictly on lighting by becoming a Territory Sales Manager of the Southern US for an LED Lighting Manufacturer. Mike prides himself on his lighting knowledge, strong ethics, reliability, hard work and relationships in the industry.
Jim Barry
Sales Support Associate
jbarry@southwestsales.com
217-827-7191
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Jim joined Southwest Sales in May of 2022 as a Sales Support Associate. He graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Mississippi in 2021. Before Jim moved to Texas, he worked as a golf maintenance technician at a course in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and worked several summers at the Christian County Highway department in Taylorville, IL doing road work. Moving to Texas in September 2021, Jim accepted a role with a direct marketing sales firm to begin his sales career. Jim brings with him an attitude of hard work and care for his customers. He prides himself on being customer facing and a strong advocate for frequent communication always with an eye for strategic growth opportunities that benefit our partners.
Taryn Nunn
Inside Sales Manager
tnunn@southwestsales.com
Tammy Kimling
Inside Sales Development Manager
tkimling@southwestsales.com
Jeff Bryant
Inside Sales Associate
jbryant@southwestsales.com
Timothy Ellifrits
Commercial Specialist
tellifrits@southwestsales.com
Jennie Kendall
Inside Sales Associate
jkendall@southwestsales.com
Gaylisha King
Inside Sales Associate
gking@southwestsales.com
Chase Klement
Inside Sales Associate
cklement@southwestsales.com
Jessica Langridge
Inside Sales Associate
jlangridge@southwestsales.com
Amanda Leggett
Brand Coordinator
aleggett@southwestsales.com
Christina Mares
Brand Coordinator
cmares@southwestsales.com
Brandon O’Gorman
Brand Coordinator
bogorman@southwestsales.com
Mathew Pearce
Brand Coordinator Lead
mpearce@southwestsales.com
Imani Rawson
Inside Sales Associate
irawson@southwestsales.com
Francine Regner
Inside Sales Associate
fregner@southwestsales.com
Bre'Anne Warren
Inside Sales Associate
bwarren@southwestsales.com
Jeremy Whitehead
Brand Coordinator
jwhitehead@southwestsales.com
Sydney Wilson
Brand Coordinator
swilson@southwestsales.com
Missy James
Operations Manager
mjames@southwestsales.com
Pretika Kalia
Human Resources Manager
Angela Lowrance
Business Intelligence Manager
Tommy Maxwell
Warehouse Coordinator
tmaxwell@southwestsales.com
Bethany Silverthorn
Accounting Manager
Sheila Simon
Accounting Assistant
ssimon@southwestsales.com
