Type Of Business:
Manufacturing and Rental Company
Marketing Area:
Texas, New Mexico, Michigan
Expertise:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett expertise is in management of wastewater treatment systems.
Major Product/SVS:
Equipment Rental and Industrial Sale of Portable Wastewater Treatment Systems and Oil Infusion Tanks for the Oil Industry including Murray Electrical Products, Siemens Electrical Products and Seisco Tankless Water Heaters for Special Electrical Needs Especially in Designing Green Environments, Industrial Parts to Facilitate the Operational Needs of Gas Plants, Specialty Chemicals for the Oil Industry
Favorite Business Publication:
Pumper; Cleaner; Electrical Wholesaling; Water & Wastes Digest; Onsite Installer
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending Time with her Husband, Children, Grandchildren, Great Granddaughter and Friends, Golfing, Deep Sea Fishing, Gardening, Caring for her New Colt
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Leadership, Odessa College (2004); Coursework in Legal Studies
Affiliations Awards:
Gold Member, Odessa Chamber of Commerce; National Small Business Association; National Association for the Self-Employed; National Federation of Republican Women; National Association of Professional Women; National Federation of Independent Business; Chairwoman, Better Business Bureau (2008); Chairwoman, House Republican Trust (2008)
Industry:
Wastewater Treatment Systems
Country of Origin:
TX, USA
Children's Names:
Cari Lynn, Greg, Kevin, Judson, Kristin, Flores, Megan
Date of Distinction:
11/20/2008
Career Achievements:
Top Female Outside Saleswoman Award in the Electrical Field
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett's customer service and dedication separate her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett greatest career achievements were accomplishing her American dreams and owning her own business.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett would like to be remembered by her peers for her integrity.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett would like to solve problems pertaining to peace and harmony through the words of Jesus Christ.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett would like to have lunch with her father who taught her the values he learned as a proud marine defending the country as a prisoner of war for three-and-a-half years during the World War II, and Ted Lawson, who believed in her talents to start the business and make it successful.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is being satisfied in following her parents' motto 'Do an honest day's work for an honest day's pay.'
Charity:
Chairwoman, Board Member, Oil Patch Kids; President, Ector County Children Services Board
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her faith in God, honesty, customer service skills and to the support she receives from her husband, family and friends.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through the influence of a friend.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Redmon-Bennett established her business in 2002 and it has grown at a rate of 300 percent annually for the past six years. She worked as a paralegal and electrical saleswoman. She has also worked in legal services, child services, electrical and wastewater treatment services.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Researching and Developing Wastewater Treatment Systems, Overseeing the Manufacturing Process of Systems and Strategic Direction, Marketing, Managing Equipment Rentals, Sale of Electrical Supplies, Industrial Parts and Tankless Water Heaters, Managing Human Resources, Accounting, Advising Supervisors, Interacting with Customers, Developing the Business
Education Certifications:
Certification in Electrical Engineering, Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.; Certification in Advanced Overcurrent Protection, Cooper Bussmann, Inc.
Awards/Honors:
Business Woman of the Year Award, National Republican Congressional Committee (2006)