A Different Kind of Partnership

Choosing Fontana Partners as your representative

The payoff for a productive relationship with an outside sales force can be substantial. Properly handled… outside sales representatives will not just work hard to sell your products but can provide you with important information about the market in general and your competitors in particular. Outside sales reps are often more motivated than the internal sales force. They know more about the market and they are hungry for the business.

— “Making the Case for Outside Sales Reps,” Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

I have worked with Scott for more than 10 years and he is that rare rep who establishes relationships and then really works to find the win-win solutions.

— Jim Heldt | Sr Project Manager Customer Experience – Knowledge and Data

I have worked with many ‘outside rep groups’ over the years. There is nothing ‘outside’ about Fontana Partners. They are as integrated and key to supporting our customers, and growing our business as any of our employees. Scott understands our business and capabilities at great depth, which allows him to uncover our customer’s needs and deliver them great value.

— Sam Rosen | President

I have been engaged with Fontana Partners for nearly 10 years. One can always tout about Product Offerings, Project Management and Successes. However, I focus on ‘Integrity is the resultant of Honesty’… The rest will come Organically… This is a truism of Fontana Partners.

— International Marine Industry Expert

Fontana Partners is a pleasure to work with. They represent their client companies’ interests as well as mine. They are prompt with information and assist with market relevant data. Fontana is not a sales company but a partner for future success. I truly enjoy working with this group.

— Vicki McCrimmon | Strategic Sourcing Manager

At Fontana Partners, we embody this philosophy. We are more than just sales representatives; we are a dedicated extension of your team, deeply motivated and equipped to drive significant growth.

Founded by Scott Ripkey in 2003, Fontana Partners has been a highly successful manufacturer’s rep company for over 20 years. We specialize in representing leading manufacturers of plastic, metal, and packaging components for OEM customers. Our success is built on a simple premise: a concentrated, strategic approach delivers superior results.

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