SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN, April 26, 2023 - Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, is proud to honor Elihu Benjamin Washburne Wear with inclusion in Who's Who in the World. An accomplished listee, Mr. Wear celebrates many years' experience in his professional network, and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes he has accrued in his field. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Supported by decades of experience in the industry, Mr. Wear was named as the president and owner of his family-owned and operated business, Popco Inc., in 2019. Initially established by his father, Philip A. Wear, in 1979, he was named as the co-owner in 1994 alongside his brother before ultimately taking full ownership. Having become fluent in warehouse operations, accounting, and other critical areas of the business before taking on his leading role, Mr. Wear's dedication has led to substantial growth.
Founded in Minnetonka, Minnesota, Popco Inc. is a leader in innovative solutions and products, partnering with companies and merchandisers across many industries. Recognized for launching several innovative concepts since assuming ownership of the company, including molding and injection tools essential in manufacturing solutions, Mr. Wear is also working on developing a new plastic fastener, which will result in a considerable improvement for customers.
Following his father's motto, "vendors first," Mr. Wear strives to maintain excellent professional relationships while ensuring customer satisfaction. Mr. Wear's father notably served in the Korean War. After his service, he became a program manager for Encyclopedia Britannica. Shortly thereafter, he founded Popco Inc. Finding constant inspiration in him, Mr. Wear looks forward to future success and keeping the family legacy alive. He is also eager to launch Popco's new and improved website and continue expanding its reach with a goal of $4 million in sales.
During an earlier stage of his career, Mr. Wear garnered experience as a union maid for the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, Local 17, at the Radisson South Hotel. He also spent many years as a janitor and found success as the owner of The Washburne Company, a business he started in the early 1980s and kept for over a decade.
Mr. Wear has been involved in his local community as a member of The Minneapolis Club since 2021. He has also been affiliated with The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center in Livermore, Maine, the Elihu B. Washburne House in Galena, Illinois, the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis, and the SS Jeremiah O'Brien Museum in San Francisco.
After graduating from The Blake School in 1982, Mr. Wear prepared for his career by earning a Bachelor of Science in hotel and restaurant management at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in 1987. He subsequently received a certificate of completion through the Academy of Accountancy in 1990.
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