NextGen Automation is Recognized as a Hyakuman Kai Dealer

NextGen Automation • June 15, 2022

NextGen has been selected as 2021 Hyakuman Kai Dealer by Sharp Electronics Corporation.

Sharp Electronics of Canada has recognized NextGen Automation, as a Hyakuman Kai Dealer for the fiscal year 2021. Sharp awards Hyakuman Kai status to dealers that have achieved top-tier sales during our past fiscal year.


"It is an honor to receive the Kyakyuman Kai Dealer Award. We pride ourselves on having a highly trained sales force as well as a customer service team with strong manufacturer and product knowledge and a commitment to first-class customer service. We look forward to continued growth and success in the years to come with Sharp and providing our customers with these leading-edge products and solutions.” Said Troy Schmeichel, President, NextGen Automation

 

The Hyakuman Kai Dealer Award is presented annually to dealers that have demonstrated exceptional growth and leadership during the previous year. NextGen Automation has been recognized from the hundreds of dealers that sell Sharp’s advanced business products and solutions in Canada as a standout experience for customers.


“Thank you, NextGen Office Automation, for your outstanding performance in FY 2021. After only two years as a Sharp Partner, you have achieved our Hyakuman Kai status. Well done. We are honoured to be working with you as you grow your organization and look forward to celebrating our mutual successes for many years to come. Thank you for your embracement of Sharp’s technology,” said Alan Easton, Senior Director, Business Solutions Channel Sales, Sharp Electronics of Canada.

 

NextGen Automation has grown its business significantly over the last five fiscal years, and is recognized as an up-and-coming Sharp dealer. Schmeichel started the company in 1998 as a small print hardware store in Bonnyville, SK. Today, NextGen Automation has 12 office locations across 4 different provinces and employs approximately 90 staff members.


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