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Title: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: SteveS on May 03, 2018, 05:17:21 PM
Something tells me that dealing with M&R is going to become a lot less personal. Rich and I have had more than a few conversations about building business and how he tries to help everyone in the business and I am sure many of you have too.

https://printwearmag.com/news/mr-companies-names-danny-sweem-next-ceo?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20180503%20PW%20Breaking%20News%20(1)&utm_content=&spMailingID=19498660&spUserID=Mzg1Mjg2NjY5Njc5S0&spJobID=1260196248&spReportId=MTI2MDE5NjI0OAS2 (https://printwearmag.com/news/mr-companies-names-danny-sweem-next-ceo?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20180503%20PW%20Breaking%20News%20(1)&utm_content=&spMailingID=19498660&spUserID=Mzg1Mjg2NjY5Njc5S0&spJobID=1260196248&spReportId=MTI2MDE5NjI0OAS2)

I think I'm bummed out a bit..... :(
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: 3Deep on May 03, 2018, 05:55:38 PM
Time will only tell if they fellow his lead from years pass, rich was a true hands on guy, blew my mine the first time he called me willing to help me with a problem.  How many people that high up or own a company that large will give you his cell number...Class act he is

darryl
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: ZooCity on May 03, 2018, 06:08:59 PM
Good luck Rich and thanks for the stellar support you always provided!

It's hard for me to imagine M&R sans Rich Hoffman but I imagine they'll soldier on. 
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Frog on May 03, 2018, 06:26:00 PM
Good luck Rich and thanks for the stellar support you always provided!

It's hard for me to imagine M&R sans Rich Hoffman but I imagine they'll soldier on.

Yeah, but remember the change in Walmart when the kids took over. That's a little cynical, but Rich is one of a kind.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: brandon on May 03, 2018, 06:27:57 PM
Wow. Had to happen sooner or later and the man deserves a rest! Hopefully he gets to go fishing more often.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Ross_S on May 03, 2018, 06:34:55 PM
Crazy to hear but it had to happen sooner or later.  Congrats Rich
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: californiadreamin on May 03, 2018, 07:11:59 PM
Rich has done super well. He has also had the wisdom of putting smart capable people around him
And the company. I agree with his personal touch not being duplicated by anyone.
Mr Danny Sweem is in his own right a smart capable man for the job! He knows how
To make it happen as well as anyone. Best of luck to them both!
Winston
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Jepaul on May 03, 2018, 07:16:23 PM
Danny is a good guy. 
Title: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Jepaul on May 03, 2018, 07:23:08 PM
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Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: GraphicDisorder on May 04, 2018, 07:51:05 AM
Congrats Rich, very little people have left the type of mark on this industry that you have. I hope retirement is fantastic and you get to relax a little. Seeing you reply to people at 3am on these and other boards will be missed but you've earned it.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Rob Coleman on May 04, 2018, 08:13:02 AM
Congrats to Rich!  You sir are definitely leaving a huge positive mark on our industry.  For those that date back to the 80's and remember when your only real automatic choices were Advance and Precision, you certainly can appreciate the positive and visionary effect Rich had on this business.  Rich - Hope you enjoy your well-earned retirement!!

And a tip of the hat to Danny Sweem!  Danny has industry and market vision that is unparalleled.  He is the man to steer M&R in a positive and successful direction moving forward.  I have worked directly for and with Danny for the last number of years at SourceOne and can attest to his strong leadership and character.  Danny will be missed sorely at Nazdar S1, but I am extremely happy for him in his new endeavor.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: 244 on May 04, 2018, 02:16:10 PM
Congrats to Rich!  You sir are definitely leaving a huge positive mark on our industry.  For those that date back to the 80's and remember when your only real automatic choices were Advance and Precision, you certainly can appreciate the positive and visionary effect Rich had on this business.  Rich - Hope you enjoy your well-earned retirement!!

And a tip of the hat to Danny Sweem!  Danny has industry and market vision that is unparalleled.  He is the man to steer M&R in a positive and successful direction moving forward.  I have worked directly for and with Danny for the last number of years at SourceOne and can attest to his strong leadership and character.  Danny will be missed sorely at Nazdar S1, but I am extremely happy for him in his new endeavor.
Thanks to everyone for the kind words. I am not going away that quick. Danny and I will be working together for quite a while before I take a step back. The growth we are experiencing could use two more of us right now.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: cbjamel on May 04, 2018, 03:43:12 PM
Congrats to Rich!  You sir are definitely leaving a huge positive mark on our industry.  For those that date back to the 80's and remember when your only real automatic choices were Advance and Precision, you certainly can appreciate the positive and visionary effect Rich had on this business.  Rich - Hope you enjoy your well-earned retirement!!

And a tip of the hat to Danny Sweem!  Danny has industry and market vision that is unparalleled.  He is the man to steer M&R in a positive and successful direction moving forward.  I have worked directly for and with Danny for the last number of years at SourceOne and can attest to his strong leadership and character.  Danny will be missed sorely at Nazdar S1, but I am extremely happy for him in his new endeavor.
Thanks to everyone for the kind words. I am not going away that quick. Danny and I will be working together for quite a while before I take a step back. The growth we are experiencing could use two more of us right now.
Congrats Rich.
Shane in Colorado

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Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: SteveS on May 04, 2018, 04:57:59 PM
Congrats to Rich!  You sir are definitely leaving a huge positive mark on our industry.  For those that date back to the 80's and remember when your only real automatic choices were Advance and Precision, you certainly can appreciate the positive and visionary effect Rich had on this business.  Rich - Hope you enjoy your well-earned retirement!!

And a tip of the hat to Danny Sweem!  Danny has industry and market vision that is unparalleled.  He is the man to steer M&R in a positive and successful direction moving forward.  I have worked directly for and with Danny for the last number of years at SourceOne and can attest to his strong leadership and character.  Danny will be missed sorely at Nazdar S1, but I am extremely happy for him in his new endeavor.
Thanks to everyone for the kind words. I am not going away that quick. Danny and I will be working together for quite a while before I take a step back. The growth we are experiencing could use two more of us right now.

Good to know Rich. The news about the change is all the talk at ISS Houston today. I for one am grateful for all the help over the years. I hope that aspect carries on with the new management.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: 244 on May 04, 2018, 07:14:32 PM
Congrats to Rich!  You sir are definitely leaving a huge positive mark on our industry.  For those that date back to the 80's and remember when your only real automatic choices were Advance and Precision, you certainly can appreciate the positive and visionary effect Rich had on this business.  Rich - Hope you enjoy your well-earned retirement!!

And a tip of the hat to Danny Sweem!  Danny has industry and market vision that is uniiparalleled.  He is the man to steer M&R in a positive and successful direction moving forward.  I have worked directly for and with Danny for the last number of years at SourceOne and can attest to his strong leadership and character.  Danny will be missed sorely at Nazdar S1, but I am extremely happy for him in his new endeavor.
Thanks to everyone for the kind words. I am not going away that quick. Danny and I will be working together for quite a while before I take a step back. The growth we are experiencing could use two more of us right now.

Good to know Rich. The news about the change is all the talk at ISS Houston today. I for one am grateful for all the help over the years. I hope that aspect carries on with the new management.
The hope is it gets better. That’s the goal anyhow.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Doug S on May 04, 2018, 07:48:10 PM
Congrats Rich!  I know I'll sound like a broken record here but Rich has went well above what was expected with helping me on more than one occasion even when I told him that the extra wasn't necessary.  He still made sure the problem was solved plus some.  I've never dealt with any company that their support could even come close to comparing to M&R. 

When we bought our first automatic, I kept hearing everyone say that the main thing besides durability was support.  I didn't really put a lot of stock in that until I needed it and especially after hearing some of the horror stories from some left hanging when there was a problem.  Anyway, I'll stop rambling and just say when you do finally step down, you deserve some well earned relaxation.
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: dirkdiggler on May 05, 2018, 08:00:55 AM
I am sure Danny will do well since he was picked by Rich himself....however, NO ONE can ever replace Rich Hoffman, NO ONE!  A gentleman and a scholar!  Amazing human being that cared as much about my success as I did when I didnt have 2 pennies to rub together!  I will NEVER forget what he has done for me and always give credit to him when asked about our success.  There may be a new CEO, but it won't be Rich, simple as that!
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: whitewater on May 08, 2018, 10:42:03 AM
Congrates Rich!  ill always remember when i got my new press, posted a question on a couple things about the press on labor day and received a call from Rich himself ON labor day.. wsnt anything serious, but he called nevertheless...

Much appreiciated!
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: Itsa Little CrOoked on May 08, 2018, 10:59:35 AM
I too, would like add my congratulations Rich! Thank you for the fine customer service you've certainly inspired.

You'll be missed.....

Stan
Title: Re: Rich Hoffman stepping down as M&R CEO
Post by: DannyGruninger on May 08, 2018, 12:58:12 PM
Huge Congrats to Rich...... This industry has and will only ever have one Rich H...... Nobody will ever do what he's done. I would not be where I am without the help from Rich on many levels and for that I'm forever thankful this industry was guided by him. Enjoy your retirement, you sure as hell deserve it.