›› OUR PEOPLE

Mark A. Shoup, President

Mark has built on the customer focus strategy since Metro's opening in 1975. Starting at the young age of 8, Mark learned the "hands-on" work ethic from his father Ralph by starting on the warehouse floor in the first place of business, Bladensburg Maryland. Mark grew with the company during his high school years as well as college. He received an Economics degree with business concentration from St. Mary's College of Maryland and certification from the Institute for Professional Advancement at Indiana University in Bloomington.

Patricia S. Shoup, Controller

Patricia, is the office manager for Metro Electrical Associates, Inc. Business partners with her husband Ralph since the company started, Pat has made a reputation as a person who strives for excellence. She has experience within the accounting industry and inside sales. Currently, Pat is the inside sales contact for this agency. Her knowledge of computers as well as customer relations, makes her an integral part of Metro's success as an electrical products marketing agency.

Tim Coppersmith, Outside Sales

Tim began working with Metro Electrical Associates, Inc. in 2004. Tim has knowledge being involved with the manufacturing sector, the electrical distributor sector, as well as the electrical contractor level. Tim specializes in Grounding & Bonding Training as well as offering electrical contractors labor savings solutions.

Earl Hawk, Field Sales Engineer

Earl has been in the electrical industry for over 20years. Earl will focus on electrical contractors helping them become more productive using the products from the manufacturers we represent.

Debbie Simmons- Inside Sales

Krystal Simmons, Inside Sales