William R. Hague, Founder
"No secret of success is going to work…unless you do."

Mr. Hague started in the vacuum business but knows that an ethic that focuses on hard, smart work will get anyone ahead in any field of endeavor. One day at a tradeshow he ran a booth across from a man selling water treatment equipment, that's when everything changed. There is no real secret of success…it just takes good old fashioned hard work. Risk taking is also a trademark of Mr. Hague.  When his goal was to produce the best water treatment system in the market, he knew he would need to make a heavy investment in engineering – starting from a blank piece of paper.  That takes guts.  But, it also achieved the goal.  WaterMax® represents the best water treatment systems you can buy only because there was an exceptional man behind the machine.
 

Robert A. Hague, President
"I have never been fired, however I have been sold a lot."

"Bob" as he is best known, earned his BS degree in Mechanical Engineering at Ohio University.  He has worked for Owens Illinois, Great Northern and Georgia Pacific, managing plants in several locations throughout America.  As a kid, he carried salt and installed equipment, but more recently he has been responsible for manufacturing, shipping and engineering at Hague Quality Water, International. Now he is the President of the oldest major water treatment manufacturer under continuous management in the US.
 

Eric May, CWS-1, National Sales Manager

Eric has over twenty-five years experience in direct sales and has been working in the water treatment industry since 1999. He has been a Regional Manager with Hague Quality Water International for the Mid-Atlantic Region since 2004 and was recently appointed National Sales Manager. Eric is a Certified Water Specialist I, and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Eastern Water Quality Association. Eric has been married to his wife Sharon for 38 years and they have one son, and one granddaughter. In his spare time, Eric loves to ride his Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic.
 

Gary Battenberg, National Technical Director
"There's nothing like applying what you know to improve a customer's water."

Whether on road or at the corporate office, Gary's training meetings are highly valued by all who attend. However, it was fate that brought Gary to Hague. Literally. He had two career options and he flipped a coin to make his decision. Heads: water. Tails: pest control. All customers are thankful that the coin came up Heads.  Of course we are too.
 

Rodger Rhinehart, Chief Engineer
"It is inspiring to know that Hague Quality Water, International is dedicated to strong engineering support."

When Rodger came to Hague, he brought an experience in plastics that was a good fit with Hague's plans to invest in in-house injection molding operations.  Along with that business experience, he brought a sense of professional leadership, with credentials that include Mechanical Engineering and MBA degrees from the University of Richmond.  Rodger realizes that everything and everyone must work together - from concept to execution. That is the only way to stay ahead in an ever-changing industry like the water business.
 

Billy Slone, Gulf Coast Regional Manager
"There's nothing like applying what you know to improve a customer's water."

He started in the water business fresh out of Ol' Miss, trading his catcher's mitt for an in-home demonstration kit. Technically oriented, Billy realized, "Competing against WaterMax is impossible... especially when people know what they're talking about. The smarter the customer, the easier it is for them to come to the obvious buying decision: WaterMax". Billy's technical skill, his extensive background and his business ethics have earned him a place on Hague's management team. He feels like he is in the right place, too, as he says, "I have really enjoyed working for Hague and I feel lucky to be involved with such a great company. Everyone has made me feel like part of a big family since the day I started. Not only does Hague have the best product, but the best people to go with it. What a combination!"

States represented: AR, LS, MS, OK, TX
 

Albert James Snook, CWS-3; CI; CSR, Canada Regional Manager

Upon retirement from his 24 year career in the Military, Albert became a certified member of the WQA. Then, in 1992, he became an authorized Hague dealer in Ottawa, Ontario. "I have 14 years of experience promoting Hague," said Snook. "And to this day I have not found any other product to out-perform the WaterMax." Albert's territory spans from St. John's Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia. "With our unique owners manual and a little coaching," said Snook, "Homeowners in areas where there isn't a local Authorized Hague Dealer can still perform basic maintenance on WaterMax units. We now have well established Dealers in New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and eastern British Columbia." Albert has two sons, three daughters and four grandchildren. He enjoys bowling, chess, card games, reading, traveling and relaxing by his lake.

 

Michael J. Dunn, CWS-VI, Great Lakes Regional Manager

Michael has over 48 years of experience in the water treatment industry. As the owner and operator of a successful dealership for over 25 years, he has worked in all aspects of the business including service, sales and management. For the last 26 years Michael has been helping other Hague dealers develop their businesses.

Michael is certified by the Water Quality Association as a Certified Water Specialist VI. He has been active in the WQA on both state and national levels throughout his career and is the recipient of the WQA Quality Circle Award. His experience and expertise can be a new asset in your business.

States represented: IN, MI, OH, KY, TN
 

Ronald Sacks, West Coast Regional Manger

Ron is a Business Development professional with a strong foundation in marketing and management. He specializes in creating and developing lead generation programs and direct response advertising.

Ron pioneered the Protection One Authorized Dealer Program and was instrumental in growing the company from a small local company with 30,000 accounts to a multi-national conglomerate with almost 2 Mil subscribers.

Ronald possesses a BA degree with emphasis in marketing from The University of the Witwatersrand, Republic of South Africa.

States represented: CA, OR, WA
 

William "Bud" Tinker, Rocky Mountain Regional Manager

With over 35 years of experience in every facet of the water treatment industry, I can show you how to be a successful Hague Dealer and how to grow your business and profits.

States represented: AZ, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, UT, WY



 

Richard Timerberlake, New England Regional Manager

Richard Timberlake has been working with Hague Quality Water, International for the past two years in Columbus, Ohio creating new sales and training programs. "Once I met the Hagues and saw their incredible water treatment products, it was easy for me to want to be further involved with their operation. Today, it is rare to see a U.S.A. based, family owned, business being so successful in the manufacturing arena." As the New England Regional Manager, Richard will travel and work with new and existing dealers in the area to promote the Hague product line.

States represented: CT, ME, MA, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT
 

Jeffery Messett, Southeast Regional Manager "Educate your prospect properly and there is no competition to the Watermax"

Jeff's career started in water at the age of 13 as a stock boy for the bottled water aisle. He continued his career in water treatment representing by an equipment wholesaler. "Working with a wholesaler gave me a broad knowledge of solving water problems in the residential and commercial markets. It also exposed me to the needs of the independent dealers. Hague Quality Water has the tools and the unique product line to help dealers be the leader in their marketplace. It also ensures that your customer is getting the best quality of water at their fingertips."

States represented: FL, GA, SC
 

Steve Leader, Midwest Regional Manager

Hi, my name is Steve Leader and I am the Regional Manager for Hague Quality Water's Midwest region. I have over 25 years of experience in water treatment. My extensive background has touched every level from sales to management to service to running a dealership. I love to share my knowledge with my dealers and work with them to achieve the goals they have set for themselves.

As a Hague Quality Water dealer, you'll have the most innovative, one-of-a-kind product manufactured in our industry. In addition, you'll have real business advice at no cost to you on every facet of our growing industry. We're behind you from recruiting employees, to generating a marketing-sales plan that works. This support means you won't have to reinvent the wheel. We have the expertise. All we need is YOU.

States represented: IL, MO, KS
 

Rob Highfield, Great Plains Regional Manager

Rob started in the plumbing business in 1988, eventually becoming Service Manager then Sales Manager. Being exposed to all brands of equipment, Rob was most impressed with Hague, which inspired him to become a Hague dealer in 2001. "I realized people cared more about just softening their water," said Highfield. "They care about filtering out all the negatives and WaterMax fills peoples' need for a single water treatment appliance to multi-task." Rob is now in charge of Sales Management for Hague in the Great Plains and makes his home base in Green Bay, WI.

States represented: IA, MN, ND, NE, SD, WI
 

Curt Huckaba, Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager

Curt has 28 years of experience in sales and marketing. Twenty-one of which were spent in water treatment. Consistently a top sales person, Curt has sold over 4,000 installed water systems. His area of expertise expands much further because he has run his own successful water dealership. "I feel I have a lot to offer dealers because I have been in the trenches with them. I'm also very excited to get to share the benefits and uniqueness of the WaterMax product and how to sell it." Curt and his wife Maggie have two children; Zoe and Abby. When he is not working, you can find Curt on his boat or a near-by golf course!

States represented: DE, MD, PA, VA, WV, NC, District of Columbia