Buddy Gilpin

Buddy Gilpin is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in sales, operations, and business management. Since November 2014, Buddy has been the owner and operator of El Tampico LLC Dba El Patio Mexican Grill in Bluefield, Virginia. Before this venture, Buddy gained extensive experience as a Sales Representative at Fairmont Supply (February 2012 - Present) and as an Account Manager at Kaman Industrial Technologies (January 2010 - February 2012), where services included marketing and selling power transmission and MRO supplies in the mining and industrial sectors. Prior experience also encompasses a role as General Manager of Sales at Fastenal (January 2005 - January 2010) and as an Operations Clerk at UPS (August 1994 - January 2005). Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Bluefield State University (1994 - 1998).