A+ History
What anniversary is A+ New Jersey celebrating this year?
33 Years
Who is the most recent full-time hire at A+?
George Abdelsayed
According to Heather Anderson, what is the difference between IQ and EQ?
IQ is intelligence (logic), EQ is emotional awareness and regulation
Name one common application or purpose for a ladder lock buckle.
Bonus: Name a customer who uses them.
Backpack shoulder straps—it allows users to adjust the length of the strap and keep it securely in place.
What is the corporate phone number for A+ Products’ New Jersey headquarters?
Bonus: What is the corporate phone number for A+ Products in Canada?
US +1 (732) 866-9111
Bonus: CA +1 (514)331-2876
Where was A+ Products originally located?
Bonus: What was the exact street address?
New York
Bonus: 65 Roebling Street, Brooklyn, New York
What is the full name of A+’s owner?
Mike Schreiber
According to Bill Crawford, what is the problem with making decisions from the lower brain?
It’s reactive, emotional, and focused on survival — not logic or clarity.
According to APPUS, which vendor has supplied the most items to A+ in the past 12 months?
Bonus: What is the company’s full name?
CT
Bonus: GUANGDONG CHUNTENG INDUSTRIAL CO LTD
Where is Mike Schreiber Mexico located?
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua
What ERP system did A+ Products use prior to SAP?
Enspire
Who, besides Mike, has the longest tenure at A+?
Bonus: How many years have they been with the company?
Sabrena Watkins
Bonus: 25
What did Christine Nast say is the purpose of the Predictive Index assessment?
To understand a person’s natural work style and behavior
What is the full name of FIDLOCK’s founder?
Bonus: In what year was FIDLOCK founded?
Joachim Fiedler
Bonus: 2007
What internal tool does A+ use company-wide for employee training?
Trainual
In what year did A+ open its first international office?
Bonus: What name did it operate under?
2001
Bonus: Canadian Buckle
Which letter most commonly appears at the beginning of employee first names in our directory?
Bonus: Name all employees whose first names start with that letter.
M
Bonus: Marcos, Mark, Mary Ann, Marzieh, Melvin, Michael, Mike
Charles Scott highlights this concept as the foundation for thriving both personally and professionally. It’s developed by increasing self-awareness and uncovering your “why” through intentional, tactical steps.
Bonus: What does this concept mean?
Vitality
Bonus: Vitality means feeling fully alive, energized, and purpose-driven in all areas of life. It comes from aligning your actions with your true purpose.
What was the first product ever purchased by SnugZ?100 points each: Item Type, Size, Material, and Finish
Bonus: What is the exact item number?
27MM OD SPLIT KEY RING (7/8" ID), W/ FLAT WIRE, STEEL, ZINC BLACK PLATED
Bonus: KR27MMFZB
Which internal system does A+ use in the U.S. to manage time-off and payroll?
Paycom
What was the first item ever sold by the founder of A+ Products?
Bonus: Who was the customer?
O-Rings
Bonus: Double-H Boots
What month has the highest number of employee birthdays?
August
Which workshop introduces an assessment tool to help individuals understand personality traits and enhance both personal and professional communication?
Bonus: How can understanding personality traits strengthen communication and relationships?
DISC Assessment
Bonus: Understanding personality traits helps you recognize different communication styles, adapt your approach to others, reduce conflict, and build stronger, more effective relationships at work and in life.
In what year did A+ first launch its Shopify webstore?
Bonus: What month was it launched?
2021
Bonus: November
How many employees are currently on staff across our US, Canada, Mexico, and China locations?
Total: 40
US: 27
CA: 3
MX: 1
CN: 9
Describe in detail two of the images displayed along the staircase leading up to the A+ front desk in New Jersey.
Mike’s dad receiving Salesman of the Year
A+ Canada building
Original A+ building
Photo of the old 8 Timber front entrance
Photo of A+ signage on the side of 8 Timber
Team photo
Mike holding "Poverty Sucks" sign
Name each member of the A+ sales team along with the territory they cover.
Bruce - NW/SW
Jeremy - NW
John - CA
Jon - NE
Katharine - SE
Sean - House
Sonia - NE/SE
Valentina - NW
Wanda - CA
Marcos - MX
What is one way employees can use the Predictive Index to better support their teammates?
Tailor communication, tasks, or environment to strengths
Choose one of the following from the past 12 months in APPUS:
The top-selling item by quantity
The top-selling item by total sales (in dollars)
The top-selling item by profit (in dollars)
100 points for each — or 500 points for all:
Item Number, Size, Item Type, Material, and Finish
1. Top item by quantity:
CL303SNUGZ-23EB at 6,493,580 pcs
3/4" crimp, steel, electro black plated, with SNUGZ logo
2. Top item by sales dollars:
AL-2704B-12NP at $380,331.95
3/4" waistband adjuster, metal with brass staple, polished nickel plated
3. Top item by profit:
AL-2704B-12NP at $184,477.43
A+’s Referral Program: How much do you earn for each of the following?
1. Referring a candidate
2. If they’re hired
3. When they complete their probation
1. $400 gift card
2. $400 gift card
3. $1,000 bonus