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"Without customers, we don't exist.
                  We're here to serve our customers."
                                                 Drew Blackstone, Founder & CEO

Our employees are the core and strength of Apexx Equipment.
No single individual is more important than the team.
 
    Mary Johns Accounting Manager
    Dion Gonzalez Customer Service Manager
    Mike O'Connor Sales Manager
    Joe Fordyce Equipment Consultant
    Nick Papinchak Equipment Consultant
    Gary Baker Distribution Center Manager
    Andy Hren Distribution Center Worker
    Marshall Collins Biomedical Equipment Technician
    Aaron Dicken Operations Manager
    JD Murphree Imaging Product Manager / Senior Webmaster
    Max Wharton Executive Vice President of Business Development
    Drew Blackstone Founder, President and CEO
   
    Business Partners


 

Mary joined the Apexx Team in July of 2006. She brings many years of experience in Customer Service. Originally, Mary was recruited to Apexx to manage the Customer Service Department. In her first position with Apexx, because of her performance, her attention to detail and work ethic, she was promoted to the Accounting Department.

As Accounting Manager, Mary's responsibilities include order processing, accounts payable and receivable. She also still helps in Customer Service when needed. Most importantly, Mary provides support to her team members in Sales and other support positions to keep orders flowing smoothly and Apexx Customers happy.

Mary is originally from Southern California. She just recently moved to Colorado. She resides in Aurora, a suburb of Denver, with her Husband Tommy and their three little babies; Nizzle (kitty), Numbo (Dumbo Rat) and Yoko (Rat).

Mary Johns
Accounting Manager
mary@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:14


She spends her free time with her husband going to Denver Bronco Football games, Baseball games, snowboarding, motorcycle riding, camping and going to the movies.
 

 
  

Dion joined the Apexx Team in January, 2007. She started her career in customer service at an early age and has never left the customer service field. As Customer Service Manager at Apexx, Dion's responsibilities include managing Customer Service Opportunities (CSO's), assisting in processing Customer orders and maintaining the great relationships Apexx has with our lifelong customers.

Before Dion joined the Apexx team, she gained knowledge and experience in the Real Estate and Mortgage industry. Dion has developed many strengths while working at Apexx in the Medical Equipment field.

She knows that there isn't anything greater then being part of such a hard-working, fun team and providing satisfaction for Apexx Customers!
 

Dion Gonzalez
Customer Service Manager
dion@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:10
 


Outside of Apexx, Dion spends lots of time shopping and going out with friends and family. She lives at home with her mom, twin brother and sister and her 2 year old English Bulldog, KiKi and 4 year old Pug, Kobe. She is fascinated with import vehicles and hopes to one day achieve all her goals she has planned for her car.
 

 
 

Mike joined the Apexx Equipment Sales team in June 2002 as a Medical Equipment Expert. He has over 10 years experience in Medical Equipment Sales. Mike’s primary responsibility is consulting with Veterinarians, providing New and Pre-Owned Certified equipment solutions.

Prior to his years of providing equipment solutions, he was a Personal Fitness Trainer and membership Sales Manager for one of Colorado’s largest Health Clubs.

Mike moved to Colorado from Minnesota in the winter of 1992. His wife’s name is Kelly and they share their home in Castle Rock with three furry kids, a German Shepherd named Jack, a Siamese Cat named Armstrong and a Yorkshire Terrier named Oliver.

His current passions include mountain biking, riding his motorcycle and working out.
Mike O'Connor
Sales Manager
mike@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:11

“As your professional Equipment Consultant, I’ll focus on the development of your facility's current and future equipment goals. Team with me and see how our partnership can help make you more successful."
 

 
 

Nick joined the Apexx Equipment Sales team in November of 2006. He is an East Coast native, receiving his Bachelors Degree from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with background experience in Information Technology, Marketing and Sales. Nick's primary responsibility at Apexx is to team with Veterinarians across the U.S., providing equipment solutions.

Prior to moving to Colorado in 2004, Nick spent time living throughout Europe, mainly in the small town of Vitinia outside Rome, Italy. Travel is one of Nick's strongest passions.

He now lives in Westminster, Colorado, sharing his new home with a Jack Russell Terrier named Jack (pictured here), a Miniature Pincher named Damian, and a 20+ year old cat, Whitney. He spends his free time skiing/snowboarding in the winter and boating/camping in the summer.
Nick Papinchak
Equipment Consultant
nick@apexx360.com

(800) 211-0036 x:12

 


"My focus is to build strong relationships with my Veterinary Customers and to make it easy for them to find the equipment they want, within their budget. No one will work harder for my Customers than me."
 

 

Joe joined the Apexx Sales Team in October, 2006. One of two Colorado natives at Apexx Equipment, Joe graduated from the University of Colorado in
May, 2001, with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology. After college, Joe had a variety of jobs before beginning his sales career in early 2005.

His achievements in his former sales position helped him land the role of Outside Sales Representative for Apexx Equipment. He spends his time traveling throughout Colorado meeting with Veterinarians and Technicians to consult with, and help them find the best equipment solution, within their budget.

Currently, Joe lives in Denver with his fiancé Heather and their 3 year old black lab Kyla. They enjoy playing in the snow, skiing, hiking and camping.

Joe Fordyce
Equipment Consultant
joe@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:15
 
Joe Fordyce


"I am committed to becoming your Professional Equipment Consultant, helping you and your facility grow and achieve success."

 


 
 

Gary joined the Apexx team in October of 2006. With him came a diverse technical background coupled with a passion for small business and an ability to not simply be a part of a team, but also to strengthen it. Gary started in what was once the most humble of positions at Apexx however, by virtue of his work ethic and natural ability Gary was promoted to his current position of Distribution Center Manager. The company depends daily on his abilities of managing and leading the highly intricate and complex world-wide Distribution Center of Apexx Equipment.

Originally from West Bountiful Utah, Gary moved to Colorado in 1988 and has never since been able to leave the beauty of the Colorado Rockies (at least for too long). Gary spent 6 years in the United States Army Reserve and as a civilian during those years made his living as a ski/snowboard technician and spent his time high in the Rocky Mountains. Eventually he did the same with mountain bikes and in 1999 opened a shop of his own with a partner.

Gary Baker
Distribution Center Manager
gary@apexx360.com

(800) 211-0036 x:17

 
To Gary, Apexx was an immediate and obvious choice to establish and build his professional career and not simply because he has great friends here, but because of the strength, intelligence and direction of the amazing team that surrounds him.


 
 

Andy joined the Apexx Team in February, 2008, as a Distribution Center Worker. Andy is one of the three Colorado natives at Apexx and grew up around horses and many other animals. Outside of Apexx, he enjoys modifying cars for better performance, snowboarding in the Rocky Mountains and many outdoor activities. On the weekends, Andy runs an aquarium cleaning and maintenance business.

Andy's responsibilities at Apexx include assisting in the detailing, packaging and shipping of equipment from Apexx's Distribution Center.

Andy Hren
Distribution Center Worker

 
 

Marshall joined the Apexx Team in September, 2007, as Biomedical Equipment Technician. Marshall moved to Colorado after completing the DoD Biomedical Equipment Technician training at Sheppard AFB, Texas. He is currently attending Colorado Technical University to earn his Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Engineering. He has served in the US Army for the last seven years and is currently serving in a Reserve Unit in Aurora, CO.

Marshall's responsibilities include the evaluation, diagnosis and repair of equipment in the Apexx Repair Center.

He lives in Denver with his fiancé Jennifer, daughter Madison and their tabby cat Minou (meaing "cat" in French). Marshall and Jennifer enjoy dining out, going to movies, hiking and “retail therapy”.

Marshall is dedicated to taking ownership of the Apexx Repair Center and providing "Lexus-style" service for Apexx Customers.

Marshall Collins
Biomedical Equipment Technician
marshall@apexx360.com

(800) 211-0036 x:17

 

 
 

Aaron came onboard with Apexx in January 2008.  He is a graduate of Doane College in Crete, Nebraska, where he played football for four years.  Aaron also has a Masters Degree in Community and Regional Planning from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln.

Prior to Apexx, Aaron's professional experience includes eight years as a Transportation Planner with several different governmental agencies.

Aaron is presently "living the dream" in Denver with his beautiful wife, Jennifer, and their yellow lab, Rocco.  Aaron enjoys being outdoors, including hiking, hunting and throwing the dog's ball.

Aaron Dicken
Operations Manager
aaron@apexx360.com

(800) 211-0036 x:16

 

 
 

JD joined the Apexx team in June, 2002, as the company's third employee. He started as the Distribution Center Assistant. With diligence and attention to detail he quickly proved himself and advanced with Apexx to Manager's level. JD has proven to be one of Apexx Equipment's most valuable, most reliable employees. He's been an integral part of the company's success from its infancy to where it is now. In 2003 he took on the additional responsibility of designing, developing and launching Apexx Equipment's first website.

As you're discovering, JD has designed an information-rich site that's easy to navigate which has rapidly become the industry standard and an invaluable resource for physicians and veterinarians worldwide to find New and Pre-Owned Certified equipment.

In August, 2003, he relinquished his position as Apexx Equipment's Distribution Center Manger to pursue his college degree. In addition to a heavy class workload, JD continued to build and maintain the Apexx website.

JD Murphree
Imaging Product Manager
Senior Webmaster
IT Manager
Manager of Fun
jd@apexx360.com

(800) 211-0036 x:26

 

Originally from Colorado, JD graduated from Colorado State University in Ft. Collins in 2007 with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Systems.

In May, 2007, JD joined the Apexx team full time to serve as Imaging Product Manager. As Apexx's digital radiography expert, JD works with Apexx's Equipment Consultants and Customers to help find the best digital platform to fit their criteria, within their budget. JD is also responsible for the installation, training, trouble-shooting and repair of digital radiography platforms.

When he is not building and maintaining the industry's finest website or helping customers find their ideal digital platform, he enjoys hunting, "tinkering" with computers and driving his high performance Ford F-350 Powerstroke diesel. He has a younger brother, Jeremy, who is certified to operate heavy machinery such as the Caterpillar D6 Bulldozer, or the John Deere 670D Motor Grader. JD has one dog, a Border Collie/Jack Russel Terrier named Maggie.


 

Mr. Wharton attended the University of Kentucky, and has for over 25 years been involved in developing small companies, both private and public. He has vast experience and expertise in positioning small companies for acquisition, has overseen several, and various forms of business acquisitions, as well as an Initial Public Offering (IPO). Three of these acquisitions were by Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Wharton is charged with developing the Company’s business relationships, marketing strategies and revenue enhancement. Max Wharton
Executive Vice President of
Business Development

Board Member
max@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:24
 


 

Mr. Blackstone founded Apexx Equipment in Denver, Colorado in 2001. He is responsible for the vision of the company and directs and coordinates the activities of the company in accordance with identified company goals to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations. Drew graduated from Evangel University with a Major in Business Management and a Minor in Economics. His professional background and medical experience started with Abbott Laboratories in the Diagnostics Division, selling Capital Medical Equipment to 500+ bed hospitals. During his career including and following Abbott, Drew has held positions of Account Executive, Product Manager, Regional Sales Manager and National Sales Manager where his teams consistently performed within the top 10% of each respective company. Drew Blackstone
Founder, President and CEO
International Sales
National Account Manager
drew@apexx360.com
(800) 211-0036 x:13
 
Drew directs Apexx Equipment in an ultra-competitive field against larger, longer-established companies. Apexx has successfully created a niche in the veterinary equipment market with a broad selection of brand name equipment in both New & Pre-Owned Certified models. More importantly, with the help of the team of professionals whom you’ve met on this page, Apexx provides accountability and world-class service. Mr. Blackstone leads Apexx Equipment with one simple goal, “Have fun and outwork the competition.”

On the personal side, Drew grew up on a farm and ranch operation in Nebraska where he learned responsibility, the value of hard work, honesty and integrity, teamwork and the importance of family. His passion is Apexx Equipment and what he enjoys most about the challenge is having the opportunity to work alongside his team of professionals at Apexx.

When not at work, Drew spends his time relaxing, playing an occasional round of golf, working out, catching rays at the pool, making sure his favorite restaurants still serve his favorite selections and visiting his farm and family in Nebraska. Drew has been known to occasionally watch or attend a football game.


Business Partners:
CapsuleNet
   
DHL
   
Highland Capital
   
Great Western Animal Health
   
Professional Veterinary Products
   
AAHA / MARKETLink

Corporate Headquarters:
Apexx Equipment, Inc.
a division of Conquest One, Inc.
14 Inverness Drive East, Suite C124
Englewood, CO  80112
 
Toll-Free Phone:  (800) 211-0036
Toll-Free Fax:  (888) 729-9010
International Phone:  (720) 200-0124
International Fax:  (720) 294-1479
 
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