KSEE 24 produced this segment, featuring an interview with Betts Company CEO Mike Betts about the new grant awarded to CTEC (Career Technical Education Charter) High School. We’re proud to support CTEC and are excited for them to receive the grant, which supports students with new skills and so many new job opportunities with Betts…
DetailsFRESNO, CA, April 7, 2021 / – Betts Company announced that it has acquired Rite-Way Axle and Suspension of Sun Valley, Ca, from owners Kelly and Nancy Virchow. Rite-Way was founded by Clarence and Dick Virchow in 1964, making it a third-generation family business. Rite-Way Axle is joining Betts Company as a truck parts and repair…
DetailsOn Wednesday, February 19 2020 our CEO and Chairman, Mike Betts, was honored to receive an award alongside Genelle Taylor Kumpe on behalf of the San Joaquin Valley Manufacturing Alliance. This award was bestowed for the work that SJVMA has done to create internships at the High School and Community College levels within their manufacturing…
DetailsWe are excited to announce that we will be participating and sponsoring our first 5K Run/Walk! This Run for the Children 5K Run/walk is to raise community awareness about Child Abuse and to raise funds to further the work of Breaking the Silence non-profit organization dedicated to raising public awareness of child abuse realities and prevention techniques through survivor…
DetailsBetts has partnered with Duncan Poly Technical High School to bring on four student interns to our Truck Parts & Service division: Jezer Magana, Alexa Gutierrez, Precious Hernandez, and Alan Vang. The students are being trained on various different tasks and skills that go into the day to day of working at Betts, including Forklift…
DetailsBetts Truck Parts & Service has hired Sara Cox as its procurement and logistics manager. With nearly 20 years of experience, Cox has overseen a variety of industries, from truck and trailer to freight and supply management. “The leadership team at Betts is proud to welcome Sara to our rapidly-growing team. We know her years…
DetailsAt the Career Technical Education Charter High School, students have the opportunity to study not only subjects like math, English, and science, but also technical courses such as advanced manufacturing and commercial construction. Jim Yovino, the superintendent of Fresno County Schools, said students will develop skills and earn certifications. Upon graduation, they may immediately pursue…
DetailsBettsHD has launched a new line of conspicuity tape that is compliant with DOT-C2, FMVSS-108 and NHTSA regulations. The tape is made with a prismatic reflective surface that can be seen from longer distances and at higher intensities than glass bead designs, the company says, and polyester sheeting also resists cracking over time even with a…
Detailshe independent distributor population is a greying group. Truck Parts & Service breaks the news of an aftermarket distributor consolidation almost monthly and the number of business leaders within five years of retirement significantly overshadows the number who entered the market in the last decade. Regardless of one’s age, part of running a business is acknowledging the fleeting nature of…
DetailsBetts Company hosted a celebratory 150th anniversary event on Thursday, May 10. The event hosted employees and their families, vendor partners and community officials. CEO Mike Betts started the event with a heartfelt message to the employees: “A special thank you to all our team members and your families for the commitment you give Betts…
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