Who We Are / Meet the Team

Our Story

Pictured: Tony (L), Joe (R)

Rubber Inc. was founded in 1939 but has been in our family since 1965 when it was acquired by Joe Nolan. His stepson, Tony Maffia, came into the business full-time in 1977, and Tony's son, Joe Maffia, joined full-time in 2004. Both Tony (CEO) and Joe (President) serve active roles in the company today and believe in a servant-leadership approach to business.

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Our Core Customer is the Tire Dealer.

This can break down into a variety of specialties, including but not limited to:

• Passenger / Retail
• Commercial Truck
• Tire Retreaders
• Tire Wholesalers
• Agricultural & OTR

Core Products

We carry only high-quality products from top brands in the USA and the world.

• Wheel Weights & Balancing
• Tire Valves & TPMS
• Tire Repair Materials
• Equipment
• Retread Products
• Tire and Automotive Service Tools (hydraulic jacks, impact tools, chemicals, etc.)

Benefits of Doing Business with Rubber Inc.

• Consultation - Product Knowledge and Technical Support
• Inventory Control Service - On-Site Maintenance and Dynamic Usage Reporting
• Relationship Development - Integrity / Validation
• Infrastructure - Customer Service, Empowered Decision Makers, and Online Information System
• Timely & Accurate Order Fill Rate
• On-Hand Inventory (Multiple Facilities)
• Products Sourced Globally
• Program Development - Personalized to Each Customer
• Product Training (both virtual and in person)

Service Strategy

Pictured (Left to Right): Matt Witz (Director of Sales), Todd Davis (Regional Sales Manager), Todd Peterson (Regional Sales Manager), Ken Neil (Regional Sales Manager), Juan Rodriguez (Regional Sales Manager), Colt Adams (Special Projects Coordinator), Jim Mills (Regional Sales Manager), Eric Stridde (VP of Sales)

We believe that quality service can only be achieved through strong relationship building. As such, we dedicate significant time and effort to fostering a service-oriented culture, along with ongoing training and team development. Our sales strategy features a local sales representative in each market who makes regular visits for both consultative services and stockroom replenishment. These representatives report to Regional Sales Managers, who not only coach and develop their teams but also work directly with customers to ensure their needs are being met.

Ascot Supply Celebrating Over 50 Years

In the late 1960's six tire supply companies came together to create the Ascot Supply Corporation buying group. As a founding member of Ascot, Rubber Inc., was thrilled to help Ascot celebrate 50 years in existence in 2018. With 14 members today, Ascot has become a quality brand name of equipment, tools and supplies for the tire industry. Rubber Inc.'s membership in Ascot Supply increases our ability to source multiple lines of products from all over the globe. This enhances our ability to provide excellent order fill, unique product choice, and competitive pricing to our customer base.

Meet Our Management Team

Rubber Inc. team is committed to serving the needs of our customers in the tire industry. We appreciate every opportunity to service your needs and help you achieve your business goals. Please don't hesitate to contact any team member with any questions. Thank You for all your business!

Tony Maffia

CEO

Joe Maffia

President

Eric Stridde

Vice President of Sales

Matt Witz

Director of Sales Operations

Todd Davis

Sales Manager

Tom Griffin

Sales Manager

Jim Mills

Sales Manager

Ken Neil

Sales Manager

Todd Peterson

Sales Manager

Juan Rodriguez

Sales Manager

JJ Bock

Director of Operations

Kim Mraz

Marketing Director

Ron Jenkins

MO Branch Manager

Greg Lombardi

IL Branch Manager

Brad Olsen

WI Branch Manager

Tony Pellegrino

Controller