Type Of Business:
Vending Company
Marketing Area:
Southwest Iowa
Expertise:
Ms. Narigon's expertise is in finance management.
Major Product/SVS:
Food and Beverage Vending Services with Products including Chips, Candy Bars and Soda
Hobbies/Sports:
Listening to Jazz Music, Singing in Country Western Bands, Playing Basketball, Sports, Dancing
Education Degrees:
High School Graduate
Affiliations Awards:
Two Golf Clubs
Industry:
Snack & Beverage Vending Services
Date of Distinction:
10/21/2009
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Narigon's positive attitude separates her from other professionals in her industry. She has tried to grow in her business and forever please her customers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Successful Ownership and Operation of a Bar and Grille, Sun Valley Lake Country Club
Expanded Biography:
Ms. Narigon baked homemade cakes for people who had birthdays. She lives in a low-populated area of southwest Iowa and has all types of vending machines. She has to be vigilant and watch the kinds of products she buys, so as to keep the dates current. She previously owned a Bar and Grille, but sold the business because she was tired after long hours and hard work. It was, however, an amazing experience for her and her husband to meet so many nice people who complimented her on the food. One former customer recently asked her how much money it would take to convince her to re-open the restaurant. She says that it is a good feeling to know she tried to do her best. Ms. Narigon also has a 500 acre lake in Sun Valley, Ellston, IA that contains clear water, fishing, boating and wonderful homes. She and her husband Don still have several lots for sale. She had previously lived with her late husband Bob who died suddenly in November of 1992. She has four grown children, 10 grandchildren and almost 12 great-grandchildren.
Charity:
American Legion Auxiliary; State Sheriff Office; National Rifle Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
45
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, dedication, determination, organizational skills and ability to work well with her husband.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her interest in the vending business and desire to retire from the restaurant industry.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Narigon previously owned a bar and grill. She and her former husband also owned and operated an 880-acre farm for 40 years with cow calves and row crops.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing Administrative Duties of the Business, Maintaining 45 Food and Beverage Vending Machines, Handling Financial and Inventory Functions, Purchasing Goods, Servicing the Machines, Transporting Merchandise to Vending Locations, Scheduling, Budgeting
Awards/Honors:
Bronze Medal, Bowling, Handicap Division, Iowa Games, Ames (1999); Award for Outstanding Support, East Union High School Athletics (1993)