Our Story
Glenn Yoder bought the enterprise in 1987 with visions of continuing to build the service legacy of Epco as a local fastener and maintenance supply company. It was a small beginning involving the whole Yoder family. Unloading trucks by hand, and working in an unheated barn, eventually gave way to broader offerings and bigger facilities as the customer base has expanded. Now Glenn’s sons, Luke and Tim, have taken ownership.
Today business owners, purchasing agents, service managers, and maintenance managers are continuing to discover the one-of-a-kind company Epco has become. Small enough to serve its clients exceptionally well yet large enough to give breadth and depth of products – it’s a perfect match for the metalworking related enterprises that make up the fabric of our communities. Epco is here to help you succeed.
Meet Our Staff
Luke Yoder - President
Luke, a 21 year veteran of Epco Sales, enjoys solving process problems and, even more, the camaraderie built working with customers, vendors, and employees. Time with his beautiful wife Christina and friends is a favorite pastime. His six children, often hidden behind books, follow in his steps with their passion for reading.
Tim Yoder - Vice-president
Darrell Bontrager - Sales Manager
Since Serving Epco Sales for 11+ years, Darrell believes that his favorite aspects of the job are great co-workers, building lasting relationships with customers and watching his customers grow their business. He married his bride, Kaylee, in December of 2020. He enjoys traveling with his wife and friends. He also has a passion for the outdoors and wildlife especially Elk hunting. He looks forward to going out west each year to chase bugles with his bow in his hand.
Brian Hearld - Outside Sales Manager
Interacting with great people and stretching challenges keep Brian thriving in his 7 years (and counting) role at Epco. Not only do golf and tennis keep him moving on the sideline; his two children (and two cats) also fill a huge part of his life at home.
Austin Bontrager - Outside Sales
Entering his sixth year at Epco Sales, Austin fervently extols the workplace for its unwavering encouragement and the liberating sense of authenticity it fosters. When not immersed in his professional endeavors, Austin gravitates towards the gym, channeling his energy into fitness pursuits. Outside these commitments, his heart belongs to his daughter, Brooklyn, with whom he cherishes every opportunity to explore new adventures and create lasting memories.
Skyler Mullet - Outside Sales
Since joining the team in the spring of 2021, Skyler has enjoyed many aspects of working at Epco. From the warehouse, to receiving, to customer service, he has enjoyed creating relationships with his co-workers and customers along the way. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with his wife and children and playing sports and games with his family and friends.
Jonahs Blough - Inside Sales Manager
Jonahs came to us in June of 2023 with experience working in the parts world, retailing both automotive and ag parts as well as purchasing parts for a decent sized farm. He likes how Epco, unlike a lot of the huge corporations out there, is a small family-owned business that values its employees and customers. He is motivated by the opportunity to continue to learn new things and meet new people as he helps our customers with their daily needs. Jonahs enjoys riding motorcycles, shooting sports, and being outdoors for almost any activity. He is an Eagle Scout, and although he is not a big fan of heights, he has left a functioning aircraft above 10,000 feet. In addition, he has lost over 100 pounds with diet and yoga.
Cole Raber - Inside Sales
Keith Schrock - Inside Sales
Marcus Rodes - Finance Manager
In the 6 years Marcus has worked for Epco Sales, his co-workers and the learning possibilities in multiple areas keep him thriving. Away from the job, disc golf, family, and video games create a few outlets for his energy. His lovely bride of 3 years also enriches his world tremendously.
André Martin - Purchasing Manager
André has enjoyed the fun, friendly, and stress-free atmosphere that Epco provides, since joining the team in January of 2022. He is a pianist and a Christian. André likes cats, playing video games, and going on trips with his parents and three siblings.
Jackie Gallegos - Purchasing Agent
Joel Lehigh - Marketing
Joel joined the marketing team in June of 2022. He enjoys working with the website, which to this point has included sourcing product photos and weights, addressing any technical issues that arise, and overall trying to make it more user friendly. Joel married the love of his life, Tiana, in March 2021. They are blessed to be the parents of a daughter and a son.
Shane Nissley - Warehouse Manager
Shane has been with Epco for 6 years and likes that here, people are priority. He enjoys finding solutions to problems and likes to constantly improve things like; processes, workflow and making things more efficient in general. Some of Shane's hobbies are; hunting, fishing, welding and playing disc golf. He also enjoys grilling food for coworkers and friends, especially things that he has hunted, whether it be deer, elk, rabbit or frogs.
