Under his direction, Martin's Potato Chip Company grew from $90,000 in sales to over $20 million. He is also actively involved with many organizations including the World Trade Organization.
Work Experience
• Plant Manager of ELGE Potato Chip Company
• President, Martins Potato Chips, Inc. As company president, extended marketing territory from a small local facility to 10 states and the potato chips are considered the best in the world.
• Contribution to Industry: First to mass market the Kettle Cooked Chip nationally and internationally. First to place name, phone and guarantee on potato chip packages.
Recognitions & Awards
• 1984 Small Business Award by Eastern Regional Better Business Bureau
• 988 Small Business Person of the Year by Philadelphia Council of the U.S. Small Business Administration. 1992 & 1993 Nominee for Entrepreneur of the Year Award in Ernst & Young competition in Philadelphia & Harrisburg
• 1996 Agribusiness Award by York Area Chamber of Commerce
Other Highlights
• Has assisted Agribusinesses get started in other countries: China, India, Australia, Canada, Poland, Russia and England
• Provided expertise and assistance to the Agriculture Department of the People's Republic of China
• Participated in the 1999 Envoy to Mexico with PA Dept. of Agriculture
• 2001 Spokesman at the Agribusiness Fair for 80 countries in India with PA Dept. of Agriculture