Representing the finest quality commercial and residential plumbing manufacturers since 1931.
Who is HSA?
Our history
Since 1931, Herkowski Stickler & Associates has been servicing the plumbing industry as a manufacturer’s representative. Our team of sales professionals has the experience to help at all levels of the plumbing industry. With its years of experience, HSA evolved from the analysis and anticipation of market needs, and the mix of people and products, and services to meet those needs.
Our benefits
With a strategy of “pull through selling” and a philosophy that always puts the customer first, HSA has a team whether in Wisconsin or Illinois to fully drive any manufacturer’s sales strategy. Herkowski Stickler & Associates services architects, engineers, wholesalers, and mechanical contractors in Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and Illinois as a manufacturer’s representative.
Our values
We realize that growing our business through strong relationships is the key to our clients’ success. While representing quality manufacturers, we provide the customer with quick, reliable service that will ultimately lead to a positive sales experience for our principal partners and our mutual customers.
Open since 1931
A family owned business, Herkowski Stickler & Associates have been in operation for more 90 years.
2 Locations
Our warehouses span both Wisconsin and Illinois and have over 25,000 sqft of products ready to ship.
36 employees
The HSA team continues to grow over the years to help provide better service to our customers.
320+ years of experience
Our teams extensive knowledge of the plumbing industry allows us to recommend the right parts for your job.
How it all started
1931
Byron Stickler starts Stickler & Associates
1974
Ray Stickler purchases Stickler & Associates
2008
Stephen Stickler purchases Stickler & Associates
2012
Herkowski Sales joins forces with Miller Sales in Illinois
2013
Joe Herkowski & Stephen Stickler join forces as Herkowski Stickler & Associates
2014
HSA joins forces with Riddle Associates in Illinois
2021
HSA joins forces with Deery-Pardue & Associates in Illinois
2022
HSA opens Service Center at its Wisconsin location
2023
HSA Gives Back is implemented to support charitable endeavors
2023
HSA Hot Water Technical Solutions is introduced
Meet our team
Business Development Professionals
Mick Bradford
Business Development Manager
Joe Herkowski CPMR
Owner/Business Development Professional
Jerott Holz
Business Development Professional
Tara Jensema
Distribution Business Development Manager
Jimmy Kane
Business Development Professional
Mark Luczak
Business Development Professional
Greg Pardue CPMR
Business Development Professional
Penny Rimdzius
Distribution Business Development Manager
Jeff Rudy
Business Development Manager
Steve Sagadin
Business Development Professional
Nick Soristo
Business Development Professional
Steve Stickler CPMR
Owner/Business Development Professional
Phil Traynor CPMR
Business Development Manager
Derek Vaughn
Business Development Manager
Inside Support
Brian Baxter CPMR
Inside Support Manager
Donald Castle
Inside Support
Daisy Ciolli
Inside Support
Barb DeCanio
Inside Support
Mike Gasik
Inside Support
Jason Gerard
Inside Support
Diana Gurak
Inside Support
Tyler Hamilton
Inside Support
Brenda Holz
Inside Support
Patty MacKay
Inside Support
Brian McCarthy
Inside Support
Keith Pirlot
Inside Support
Paula Sowinski
Inside Support
Tom Sowinski
Inside Support
Carrie Vetter
Inside Support
Office Staff
Katie Goodman
Communications Manager
Lisa Pardue
Controller
Warehouse Staff
Adrian Alvarado
Warehouse
Joe Guzman
Warehouse
Evan McMillin
Warehouse Manager
Memphis Van Engen
Warehouse
Oscar Zavala
Warehouse
Phil and Mark have been more than willing to bring out product to our office, work with manufacturers to resolve issues, and even visit job sites to make product corrections.
– Project Executive, Plumbing Division at Sherman Mechanical, Inc
HSA represents themselves with class and dignity. Steve and Joe’s team pride themselves on doing the right thing and leading by good principles.
– Patrick Aquino, Senior Director of Commercial Sales at Bradford White
With their technical expertise and warehouses in Chicago and Milwaukee, HSA’s support of the engineers, contractors and wholesalers they serve is unmatched.
– Barrett Morris, President at Acorn Engineering & Jay R. Smith
We are members of these fine organizations
At HSA, we recognize the importance of working with the right people. Throughout the years, we have joined, connected, and collaborated with many organizations that work towards making the plumbing industry the best it can be.
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