Meet the H.O.K. Sales, Inc. Team
Joe Murphy: Partner
Joe is CPMR certified and has been in the manufacturer's rep business since 1979 and later formed the Dodge-Murphy Agency with Ray Dodge. Joe has successfully represented nearly every type of plumbing/heating product on the market including: tanks, pumps, softeners, tools, water heaters, and well products. You name it, he's sold it. He would rather spend a 14 hour day on the road making calls than an 8 hour day in the office. Joe might be in a Chicago high-rise at 8:00 a.m. sizing a hydronic heating job and in Peoria at 4:00 p.m. the same day holding a training session. While rarely in the office, he's always available by cell phone. If you would like to know more about Joe, just go into any wholesaler in the State of Illinois and ask anyone from secretaries to owners. Everyone knows Joe. |
Our firm believes in the value of professional development and has a Certified Professional Manufacturers Representatives (CPMR) on staff. Three years of executive education provides an understanding of how to run an effective and forward-thinking rep firm. Our customers, manufacturers, distributors, and employees all benefit from this knowledge.
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Dan Nolan: Partner
Dan joined HOK in 2006 to take over the retail side of our business which he still leads today. In 2012, Dan took over the inside sales position at HOK and in 2019, Dan became an equal partner in the business. Dan spends lots of time answering phone calls, sizing equipment and troubleshooting equipment. He also makes sure we are in stock on all of our warehoused items – so the next time you call and are told that we are out of stock, you know who to blame. Dan completed his CPMR certification in 2017 and strives to put their best practices in place at HOK to benefit both the manufacture and our customers. Our firm believes in the value of professional development and has a Certified Professional Manufacturers Representatives (CPMR) on staff. Three years of executive education provides an understanding of how to run an effective and forward-thinking rep firm. Our customers, manufacturers, distributors, and employees all benefit from this knowledge.
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Laurie Nolan: Inside Sales, Product Specialist
Laurie is the person most likely to answer your phone call. Laurie handles customer service and inside sales, she also does most of the order entry, works with customers regarding product sizing and pricing, handles commercial quotes, works trade shows, etc...if you really need something accomplished at H.O.K. Laurie is always overseeing the processes to ensure that everything is handled correctly. |
Jim Johnsen: AquaMark Pressure Booster Specialist
Jim designs ands builds AquaMark water pressure boosting systems. Jim's all about getting it right the first time. He makes sure all the right questions are asked and answered before the manufacturing process begins. Once the units have been sized correctly using all of the information gathered in the interview process Jim then chooses the correct components for the application. Quality matters to Jim and he chooses the components accordingly. After completion each unit is tested under pressure and the pumps and drives are also exercised to ensure the booster works as it should. Please call Jim anytime, he'll be happy to help you with anything you need relating to AquaMark water pressure boosting systems. |
Frank Guerrero: Outside Sales
Frank joined HOK in 2015 after running a local Ace Hardware store for thirteen years. Frank seems to know everyone. It no longer surprises any of us when we are with Frank and someone comes up to him to renew his friendship. And Frank remembers everyone’s name and details about them – it is no wonder he has become a great salesman. Frank is in the process of becoming a partner in HOK and we look forward to the day when he will take over a leadership role within the company. Frank earned his CPMR certification in 2024 and works daily to put what he has learned into action. Our firm believes in the value of professional development and has a Certified Professional Manufacturers Representatives (CPMR) on staff. Three years of executive education provides an understanding of how to run an effective and forward-thinking rep firm. Our customers, manufacturers, distributors, and employees all benefit from this knowledge. |
Danny Murphy: Pressure Booster Manufacturing
Danny is our AquaMark pressure booster manufacturing specialist. Danny understands the ins and outs of building, installation, and maintenance of all the systems he works with. He's really good at trouble shooting and is a great asset out in the field. Contractors like his easy going manner and also the way he takes pride in his work. |
Trent Nolan: Outside Sales
Trent, a seasoned outside salesman at H.O.K. Sales since 2020, is a road warrior extraordinaire. With a deep understanding of our products and an uncanny ability to befriend anyone, Trent helps his customers find solutions to their problems and makes them feel at ease. It's a good thing he enjoys driving, as his territory spans the entire state of Illinois. So, if you see a friendly face behind the wheel, chances are it's Trent, ready to make your day a little brighter (and your business a little better)! |