CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind. — Scott Hilliard was named Petroleum Sales Specialist of the Year at the recent CountryMark Co-op statewide awards banquet. CountryMark Co-op is the Indiana-based fuel company which markets premium fuels and lubricants through a network of farmer-owned cooperatives.
Hilliard represents Ceres Solutions, the Crawfordsville-based cooperative serving agricultural and commercial fuel customers across Indiana. Ceres Solutions is the largest supplier of CountryMark diesel fuel and gasoline; delivering more gallons annually than any other supplier.
Hilliard, of Plymouth, primarily focuses on serving customers within north central Indiana.
Hundreds of energy professionals attend the annual awards event, which was held this year at the Indiana Roof Ballroom on November 16. Surrounded by supporters and friends from Ceres Solutions, Hillard was able to surpass dozens of other aspiring sales professionals in earning the top honor.
The Top Sales Specialist Award is presented to the energy professional who demonstrates aggressive pursuit of new customers, dedication and positive attitude, as well as excellent customer relations. According to Brad Swartzell, who made the nomination, Hilliard achieves great results in acquiring new fuel gallons, new lube gallons and also new DEF gallons as he works to provide support and expertise to customers in this local community.
“Scott is always challenging me and the team to think differently. He is always pushing for more ways to improve his ability,” said Swartzell. “He has shown tremendous drive and passion these past 24 months.”
— Ceres Solutions
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