Book wholesaler to schools, libraries, government agencies and educators.
Large discounts. Over 700 publishers. Preschool through Professional Development titles. Pre-binding and re-binding. MARC records available.
Keywords: books, educators, professional development,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
May 13, 1983
What is your primary product or service?
Wholesale book distribution to schools, libraries, government agencies, small retailers and educators.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Worked for a similar entity that decided not to do school business anymore, creating a need in the market.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Price, selection and service.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One. No plans to expand at this time.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Gardner's is on the South West corner of 23rd Ave and Cholla. I/2 mile North of Peoria on 23rd Ave.
What type of payments do you accept?
P.O., checks, cash, VISA, Mastercard, Discovery and American Express
Which areas do you service?
Primarily the Metro-Phoenix area but do have lots of customers in other areas of Arizona.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Troy Williams is the General Manager. Eileen Baughman is the Book Buyer. Tammy Echter is Operations Manager.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday 9 am to 2 pm
Summer Hours June 1st to August 1st
Monday - Friday 8 am to 2 pm
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Mark 12 30-31 30 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. 31 And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.
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