Welcome to A1Teletronics.com - Independent Distributor of Telecommunications Equipment

About A1

Established in 1991, A1 Teletronics has developed into one of the nation's top providers of new and refurbished telecommunications equipment and services. A1 continues to redefine independent distribution within the telecommunications channel through an unmatched dedication to quality and service. We remain one of the only distributors in the industry to achieve and maintain ISO 9002 quality certification. A1's quality system is certified to the ISO 9001:2000 standard, which means we are a supplier that you can trust. As an independent distributor, we have no contractual obligations to carry any particular manufacturers' products, enabling us to provide a diverse line of products and services with flexible pricing. We offer these products, both new and refurbished, backed by our own warranties and complimentary technical support for all of our customers. Contact us today and find out why our in house sales, repair, training and tech support staff are the best in the business!

History

Our customers often ask us how we grew from five telecom specialists and one product line in 1991 to the industry-leading independent distributor we are today. It all started when Michael Galinski, CEO and founder of America II Corp., heard telecom equipment buyers calling for more choice in distribution. Adapting the model of independent distribution, with which he revolutionized the semiconductor industry, Galinski established A1 Teletronics as a viable distribution partner for telecom buyers like you who seek to supplement your buying activity within the authorized distribution channel.

One year later, A1 moved out of the America II corporate complex and into our own facility, providing the space necessary to transform our operation into the stocking distributor and service provider you know today. A1's Repair Center was the first addition, in 1992, with our Technical Service Center following, in 1994, to enhance our service offerings to you. With these enhanced stocking capabilities and service offerings channeling so much product through the A1 facility, we made a commitment to protect the product we distribute to you by becoming one of the first (and remaining one of the few) independent telecommunications distributors to achieve ISO 9000 certification.

To continuously monitor and improve our processes for you, we created a devoted Quality Assurance Department the same year we achieved our original ISO certification, 1995. In 2001 we attained our communications specialty license for Pinellas County and began providing local service and installation services throughout the state of Florida.

Today, A1 continues to grow, with 80+ employees and up to five million dollars in inventory, reflecting the industry's top manufacturers.

Leadership

Careers

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Campus

A1 Teletronics outgrew the space it was sharing within America II's complex and moved into a 36,000-square foot facility nearby. Today, the St. Petersburg , Florida facility accommodates A1's sales, warehousing, technical service, operations and our training center.

Michael Galinski

CEO and Founder

Mike Galinski jumpstarted his career in the electronics industry as an Account Executive with New York's Pulsar Components, International. In 1984, he moved onto Quasar Components, International, to serve as President and CEO. Five years later, with a dream of establishing a successful distributorship in the integrated circuit market, Galinski moved to Clearwater, Florida to build America II from conception to realization as one of the industry's leading independent distributors.

Since then, Galinski has made a trusted name for himself and his company through proven experience, impeccable knowledge of the semiconductor market, and an ability to forecast market trends. Named Florida Entrepreneur of the Year by Inc. Magazine (1994), Galinski demonstrates instinctive business acumen and an open management style that continue to earn him distinction among industry professionals and employees alike.

Mike Pointer

General Counsel and Secretary

Mike Pointer joined America II in 1995 and currently directs the company's legal and human resources functions. Prior to joining America II, Pointer represented the organization on employment matters while working for the labor and employment law firm of Zinober & McCrea, P.A. in Tampa, Florida.

Before relocating to Florida in 1993, Pointer gained a broad base of experience working in Washington, D.C. for one of the country's largest law firms, Kirkland & Ellis, P.A., and the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission. Pointer also had the distinction of serving as an appellate law clerk to the Honorable George E. MacKinnon, U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit.

Pointer is a graduate of The University of Notre Dame Law School (magna cum laude) and Oral Roberts University (summa cum laude).

Aris Ridgers

CFO and Treasurer

Aris Rogers joined America II in June 1993 as Controller and assumed the responsibilities of CFO in September of the same year. Prior to joining America II, Rogers worked with Ernst & Young, most recently as a Senior Financial and Information System Auditor.

With America II, Rogers takes responsibility for financial and budgetary reporting, banking and credit relationships, tax strategy, treasury, and risk management. Rogers also played an integral role in the implementation of America II's corporate-wide ERP software system.

Rogers is a Certified Public Accountant and holds an MBA and a BS degree in accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Dan Bisaillon

Chief Operating Officer

As COO, Dan Bisaillon is responsible for directing all of America II's domestic and international semiconductor business as the company moves to expand its global market presence. Under his leadership, America II is positioned to build upon its success, providing a more responsive operating structure that supports our goals of accelerating continuous improvement and ultimately driving even greater growth for the company. Dan joined America II in 1998 and VP Operations and CIO. He was named COO in November 2010.

Prior to America II, Dan served as Vice President of Operations for Dataflex Corp., a national computer reseller. In his 10-year tenure with Dataflex, his IT and communications direction laid the infrastructure for an IPO and multiplied revenues. Bisaillon also introduced a commerce-enabled website for the company and worked with its supplier base to develop supply chain optimization systems, improving Dataflex's bottom line.

Prior to joining Dataflex, Bisaillon attained a B.A. in Business from the University of South Florida and gained experience in data processing management and as a programmer/analyst.