Kathy Hanes

Turtle

Turtle is one of the nation's largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. With more than 900 employees, it serves the industrial, commercial, utility and contractor markets from 17 locations across the United States. It is a significant force in the rapidly growing field of data communications and sustainable energy. Through its subsidiary company, Turtle & Hughes Integrated Supply, it is a recognized leader in the integrated supply market. One of the country's top 50 women-owned businesses, Turtle & Hughes is proud of its long history of hands-on management by women. Today, under the leadership of CEO Jayne Millard, great granddaughter of co-founder M. Berry Turtle, the company remains true to its motto, "First in the long run." It is dedicated to best practices by adding value to customers across all components of the supply chain from turnkey engineering and design to operational and logistical support.