Thomas A. Dembik
Thomas A. Dembik
Tom Dembik received his B.S. in Engineering from The University of Buffalo in the summer of 1964 where in his last two years he served as president of his Engineering Fraternity. During college, Tom discovered his passion for sales in a position with the Wrigley Chewing Gum Company. After graduating from The University of Buffalo, Tom was hired by Niagara Machine and Tool in a Research and Development role. In 1967, he joined Burgmaster in Gardena, California where he became the Northeast Sales Manager.
Tom’s technical capability and his interest in advanced machining technologies drew him to the Robert E. Morris Company. By selling a wide variety of world class machines, Tom helped iconic American manufacturers develop key products of the 20th century.
In his more than 50 years of sales experience, he offered his customers honesty and worked to meet their needs.
Tom’s abilities allowed him to travel and work internationally while selling the most advanced cutting machines in the world.
These travels took him frequently to Japan, Germany, Italy and across the United States where he worked with manufacturers to best represent their products.
Tom’s genuine interest in manufacturing and business affairs meant his customers would call him regularly hoping to get his advice and recommendations.
Some of Tom’s clients included Colt, Remington, Smith and Wesson, Savage Arms, Budney Overall and Repair, Jeff East, Al Kasper, Michael Budney
Career Timeline
1971-2016 | Morris Group Inc. | Senior Account Manager |
1967-1971 | Birdmaster | Sales Representative |
1964-1966 | Niagara Machine and Tool | R&D Engineer |
Career Timeline
Education
1964 University of Buffalo, B.S. in Engineering
INFORMAL TRAINING
Selling Wrigley chewing gum in college left a profound impact on Tom’s view of sales and the development of business relationships as key.
Awards
President’s Club – Morris Group Inc.
Century Club – Okuma