2013 Aggie 100 - CNX Distribution

P R E S S R E L E AS E
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jay McHugh
Phone: 1(866) 593-7112
CNX Distribution HONORED at the
9th ANNUAL AGGIE 100
Recognizing the Fastest Growing Aggie-Owned or Managed Companies in the World
COLLEGE STATION, TX. (Friday, October 25, 2013) – Texas A&M University recognized CNX
Distribution of Hurst, TX as a member of the 2013 Aggie 100 honoring the fastest-growing
companies in the world, owned or operated by Texas A&M University former students. CNX
Distribution was ranked #71 with a compound annual growth rate of 39% from 2010 through
2012. The Aggie 100, a program created by the Center for New Ventures and Entrepreneurship
in Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School, honors graduates from across disciplines for
their entrepreneurial endeavors and success as business leaders.
We are extremely pleased to be included in the 2013 Aggie 100. CNX is driven to exceed
our customers’ expectations by providing exceptional service and encouraging
transparent communication with our principal partners to deliver value to our customers.
This honor is the direct result of the commitment, effort and hard work from our entire
group.
- Jay McHugh, President, Class of 1983
Bill Ward, Vice President
The 100 Aggie-owned or Aggie-led businesses with the highest annual revenue growth were
recognized at a formal luncheon in the Zone Club on the Texas A&M University campus, Friday,
October 25, 2013. More than 700 honorees, families, employees, faculty, administrators, and
well-wishers were in attendance to celebrate their success. Dr. R. Bowen Loftin, President of
Texas A&M University, introduced the event’s keynote presenter, R.C. Slocum, Special Advisor
to the President, who addressed the honorees on topics of dedication, leadership, and
commitment.
“Our Aggie 100 honorees demonstrate that the character and traditions developed at our great
university continue to play a significant role in their success across industries and generations,”
said Dr. Richard Lester, Executive Director of the Mays Business School’s Center for New
Ventures and Entrepreneurship. “Aggie leaders have proven time and time again that no matter
the situation, solid business ideas, strong character, tenacity, and hard work pay off.”
The Aggie 100 list in its entirety may be viewed at www.aggie100.com.
About CNX Distribution
CNX Distribution is a specialty chemical distributor to manufacturers of paint and coatings,
plastics, adhesives and sealants, oil and gas, among other industries. Formed in 2006, CNX is
based in Hurst, TX and serves the Southwest USA.
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