Stanford, KY – The company has hired nine seasoned industry veterans to bring personalized service and support to saltwater fishing retailers.
James Coffey, President and Owner of Pitman Creek, said, “Recent developments in the fishing industry have allowed us to extend our best-in-class shipping and data services to a broader customer base. We’ve been building our saltwater offering for nearly a decade, and this expansion is a natural next step to meet growing demand.”
Vice President Addison Coffey added, “Bringing on a new coastal salesforce reinforces our commitment to strategic, thoughtful growth. It follows our successful acquisition of Sports Specialists in Wisconsin and aligns with our mission to foster strong partnerships with both customers and vendors. Coastal communities are deeply connected to fishing, and we’re excited to provide them with the service and product depth they deserve.”
Founded in 1978 in Somerset, KY, by Don and Marella Stephens, Pitman Creek has evolved from a custom lure maker to a comprehensive fishing tackle distributor. After being acquired by James S. Coffey in 1993, the company relocated to Stanford, KY, and now services over 8,000 retail doors across the country, with more than 200 full-time employees in Kentucky and Wisconsin.
The addition of a dedicated coastal sales team underscores Pitman Creek’s goal to remain the top distributor in the fishing tackle industry through purposeful expansion and unwavering service. Please visit pitmancreek.com/our-peopleto view a full list of our sales people.
About Pitman Creek Wholesale
Pitman Creek Wholesale was founded in 1978 by Don and Marella Stephens in Somerset, Kentucky near the Lake Cumberland tributary where the company gets its name. Initially the company was a custom lure manufacturer and evolved into a full line tackle distributor. James S. Coffey purchased the company in 1993 and moved the company to Stanford, Kentucky. At that time the company primarily focused on central Kentucky tackle shops and marinas. After many years and moves, Pitman Creek is now located back in Stanford, Kentucky, and employees 125 full-time associates making them one of the largest employers in Lincoln County.
