Meet ArKco Sales: a manufacturer’s representative firm serving OEMs, distributors, and engineers across the Upper Midwest, USA. Since 1977, ArKco has guided engineering teams in sourcing, product development, and go-to-market strategy. We proudly represent vetted, global electromechanical manufacturers across five key pillars of expertise:
- Power
- Thermal
- HMI
- Enclosures & Connectors
- Electrification
Our biggest difference? Our people. The ArKco Sales team combines deep *engineering know-how* with responsive, friendly service. We act as strategic consultants—helping OEMs and distributors not only find the right components but also understand the best B2B manufacturers, products, and trends shaping the industry.
In this updated 2026 video, you’ll learn how ArKco Sales:
• Supports manufacturers, OEMs, and distributors with strategic market representation
• Builds long‑term relationships that convert into measurable revenue growth
• Helps principals expand into new territories, verticals, and key accounts
• Represents technical products with clarity, credibility, and purpose
Meet our fully equipped staff and multi-generational credibility:
- Robert Karr | ArKco Sales Founder sets the scene of how we got started and established in Mahtomedi, MN
- Steve Karr | President, CEO and the lifeblood of the company
- Sam Karr | 3rd Generation and eager for more
- Doug Rederer | 19 prevous years at Distributor DigiKey
- Dale Boddicker | Over 20+ years at Arkco Sales
- John Scheef | Nearly 20+ years at Arkco Sales
- Kim Richert | Over 10+ years at Arkco Sales
- Elizabeth 'Lizi' Fesler | Sundance Summer Labs and Film Festival Alumni
- Noah Junker | previously employed at the Toro Company
Choose ArKco because we:
• Offer a dedicated team that listens and solves problems
• Deliver innovative electro-mechanical solutions tailored to your needs
• Blend global resources with local, personalized service
• Build smarter supply chains for long-term growth
ArKco Sales is a manufacturer’s representative firm focused on:
• Electronics & industrial components
• Strategic account development
• Channel partner alignment
• Trade show and market visibility
• Long‑term brand storytelling, not transactional selling
Our team works as an extension of your sales and marketing organization—bringing boots‑on‑the‑ground insight, industry relationships, and consistent follow‑through.
Ready to connect?
- Download our Line Cards: https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Visit our Website: https://www.arkco-sales.com/
- Subscribe for more insights from #TeamArKco!
- Featured Principals, Manufacturers, OEMs & Partners in Video
Principals Featured in This Video:
- Christopher 'Chris' Smerillo | nVent Schroff
- Andrew Tjernlund | Tjernlund Services
- Rick Hauch | Sager Electronics
- Abbi Morgan | Nonprofit Partner
Industries & Markets Served
- Electronics & electrical manufacturing
- Industrial & automation
- OEM product development
- Contract manufacturing
- Emerging and established technology markets
Why Manufacturers Partner with ArKco Sales
- Deep market knowledge
- Trusted customer relationships
- Clear communication between sales, marketing, and engineering
- Focus on long‑term growth, not short‑term transactions
Our 2026 Linecard:
- Basler Electric | https://www.basler.com/products/
- Display Visions | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- ebmpapst | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- ecojiva | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Elko EP | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Frako | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Laird Qnity | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- NetPower | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Noritake | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- nVent SCHROFF | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Phihong | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Power-Sonic & Evesco | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Quell | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- SCHURTER | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Switchcraft Conxall | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Tark Thermal Solutions | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Techflex https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Vitzro Electric | https://www.vitzroelectric.com/
- Vox Power | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
- Zero | https://www.arkco-sales.com/authorize...
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