Greg Knowles Discusses How to Build a Company with an Enduring Legacy

Greg Knowles is the Founder, President, and CEO of ATI Electrical Supply. Greg began his career doing internships with electrical distributors while getting his degree in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M from which he graduated in 1990. After graduation, Greg went to work for two manufacturers where he focused on increasing his product knowledge, and overall understanding of how manufacturers go to market through distribution. Greg worked as a commissioned sales person, then in executive management for two different electrical distributors for 10 years before founding ATI Electrical Supply in 2004. Greg loves to stay healthy and active, getting his black belt in Tang Soo Do in 2005, and surfing, paddle boarding, hiking, playing tennis and doing yoga consistently. He volunteers as part of the security team at his local church, and mentors other business owners on how to profitably grow their business while staying debt free. Greg, his wife Patricia of 26 years, their daughter Elise and son Garrett live in Bend, Oregon.