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RealTruck Hosts Second Annual Supplier Summit

Updated on May 5, 2025

Edited by

RealTruck Expert Team

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On Thursday, September 12, 2024, RealTruck Inc, held its Second Annual Supplier Summit at the Sheraton Hotel in Ann Arbor, MI. Hosting 35 suppliers and over 100 attendees, the event focused on RealTruck’s “Core” suppliers, with whom we aim to forge deeper partnerships as we embark on our next chapter. In an informative sharing session, RealTruck presented our latest Procurement Enhancements, 5-Year Project Strategy Roadmaps, and the launch of our inaugural ESG Program.

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Attendees also received updates on our historic company-wide Marketing Campaign with the opportunity to engage directly with RealTruck Procurement, Engineering, and Production Site Leads through interactive Truck Bed Displays and Show Vehicles. RealTruck showcased 10 Truck Bed displays, 3 show trucks, and a RealTruck branded 44 foot trailer.

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“It was exciting to host Procurement's 2nd Annual summit. We were thrilled to not only deepen our partnerships with our ‘Core’ Suppliers but also showcase our latest procurement enhancements, 5-year project strategies, and inaugural ESG program. It was an incredible opportunity for attendees to engage with our Procurement, Engineering, and Production Site Leads through interactive displays and show vehicles. We also had the pleasure to end the event with the 2024 ‘Real’ Award Ceremony. Where we honored the suppliers who have truly excelled in Commercial Value, Continuous Improvement, Services, Quality, Innovation, and overall excellence.” – Dan Kusiak SVP, Global Sourcing and Procurement

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The summit culminated in the 2024 “Real” Award Ceremony, honoring suppliers who have excelled in Commercial Value, Continuous Improvement, Services, Quality, Innovation, and overall excellence as Supplier of the Year.

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Supplier Award Winners

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Commercial Value Award: For Excellence in Meeting the needs of RealTruck and Our Customers
- Winner: Kloeckner
- Presenter: Doty Romireo
Value Add Award: In recognition for the additional value and continuous improvement to RealTruck
- Winner: Mid States
- Presenter: Melissa Golden
Service and Responsiveness Award: For Excellence in Proactive Account Management and Customer Service
- Winner: Ellsworth
- Presenter: Charlie Murdock
Innovation Award: In Recognition for the development of new products and services
- Winner: eShipping
- Louis Chistoffer
Quality Award: For excellence in conformance of materials and services
- Winner: StarQuest
- Presenter: Phil Rowe
Supplier of the Year Award: For excellence in all categories
- Winner: Plaskolite
- Presenter: Risa Dudley

RealTruck sincerely thanks all of those in attendance for their participation and looks forward to next year’s event.

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About RealTruck

RealTruck is the world’s premier accessory manufacturer for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 5,000 associates operate from 78 facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 850 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships. For more information, visit www.realtruck.com.