Derrick Riley
From a young age, the outdoors and patio industry seemed to be in my blood. At age 8, I started selling patio heaters, barbecues and gas logs with my dad. It was a decision of leaving me at home with a babysitter or bringing me along on a demo. After several more work days with dad and some commission money in my pocket, I asked if I could continue to go along. While other kids were playing video games, I was learning the family trade and making money (and of course spending time with my dad). When I was old enough, I got a job with a patio furniture and accessories retailer, gaining more knowledge and learning the ins-and-outs of the major patio manufacturers. Away I went to college and to earn extra money, I used my experience by installing and servicing all kinds of gas equipment, including gas log sets, barbecues and patio heaters. Graduation and many of my fellow collegians were confused by their future path. Not me, as I joined a gas appliance manufacture where I designed, prototyped and created literature for products that are still on the market today. It was obvious that I was making a name for myself in the patio industry. Through word of mouth, I was offered to run a patio product wholesale import and manufacturing company. There I lowered expenses, increased sales and created powerful partnerships, making this company a leader in the market. After a few years, it was time to go on my own, where I created niche online stores that represented the largest selection of patio umbrellas, patio heaters and other quality patio products with a clear goal in mind; Give the customer all the information you can so they can make an informed buying decision. We have never faltered from this goal.
Today - I am an owner and partner with Neighbors Marketing, featuring (8) online stores within the patio industry. With my over 30 years of patio products experience, including retail, design, installation, manufacturing and wholesale, I author numerous articles sharing my expertise. My expert knowledge has helped thousands of consumers and commercial accounts create perfect backyard and patio settings. Articles can be viewed at blog.neighborsmarketing.com. Contact Derrick at derrick@neighborsmarketing.com
Latest Articles
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The Backyard Paradise – Make Everyday a Vacation Getaway
A trend is forming with more and more homeowners transforming their backyards and patios into instance getaways and favorite gathering places.
Jan 4, 2012
- Derrick Riley
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