Today we’d like to introduce you to Ron Eberhart.
So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
We started out in the hurricane protection business and were members of the National Hurricane Association, they published a quarterly magazine and one edition had an ad seeking dealers for retractable awnings. Because the hurricane business is so hit and miss, I decided to check it out and liked what I saw and heard so we applied to become a dealer. That was the best decision we ever made. I immediately fell in love with the retractable awning business and always insuring that our customers were pleased has been our number one priority from the day we started. Because of our dedication to our customers we have received the Greater Houston BBB Award of Excellence, Winner of Distinction for the past eight years. And we look for that to continue.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
We have had some ups and downs but we have done well.
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about Excel Awning and Shade – what should we know?
We specialize in retractable awnings and retractable screens for decks and patios, Instant shade at the push of a button. Our awnings and shades are all manufactured here in the U.S. and are high quality, which makes for happy customers, and in turn assisted us in achieving the BBB awards. We actually over the years have had competitors come to the Houston area and were told that their intent was to put us out of business, but when you provide superior products and service that just doesn’t happen.
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
When we set up our corporation we made it so my wife was 51% owner and I was 49% making us qualify as a minority owned company, which we have never used. But my wife handles all the books and makes my job a whole lot easier.
And fortunately, our manufacture has a sales rep that covers a large part of the U.S. but is always there providing support if we need it. I can honestly say that the company we represent is second to none.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.excelawningandshade.com
- Phone: 713-206-8174
- Email: sales.excelawning@gmail.com
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