Des Moines, IA – June 7, 2019 -- Mid-State Distributing is happy to announce the promotion of Tom Kolar into the new position of VP of Sales and Marketing for the 12-volt division. 

“Since the acquisition of AM Distributors, based in Chicago and the growing focus we have placed on mobile audio we really needed a person to help oversee and coordinate our mobile sales efforts across all of our territory,” said Jeff Hedden President of Mid-State.

Tom began working at RTI Distribution in Omaha in 1992, becoming National Sales Manager in 2000. He joined the Mid-State team when Mid-State purchased the company in 2006. Tom brings over 30 years of industry experience to the newly formed position giving him a wealth of knowledge not only in product and customer relations but also in the ever changing landscape of mobile electronics on the whole.

“I am very excited with the addition of the AM team to the Mid-State family to create a synergy in our 12-volt division like we have never seen before,” Kolar said “The growth potential as we become one company is staggering; we look forward to the next several years of major growth potential in all of our markets.”

Mid-State Distributing is a 80 year old company with warehouses in Des Moines IA, Fargo ND, Omaha NE, Milwaukee WI, and Chicago IL.  Serving the needs of over 2000 independent retailers, Mid-State distributes Sony Car Audio, DISH Network products, Yamaha Home Audio, Nest Smart home products, Crosley Appliances and over 120 other lines.  Mid-State Distributing is a member of Elite Distributor Alliance and the Catalyst AV group.

May 21, 2018 -- With the exit of CPS Distributing from the 12-volt retail distribution channel to focus on the OEM marine channel, Memphis Audio has joined forces with three firms in the Midwest to continue providing the exceptional service that Memphis Audio has built its reputation on. The Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and southern Illinois markets will now be represented by Electronic Marketing Associates. Pioneer Music Company will be the distributor for the same area bringing their industry expertise and strong dealer relationships to promote and expand the Memphis Audio brand. MSS Marketing will be the manufacturers’ rep in the Dakotas and Minnesota. MidState Distributing will be the distributor, bringing with them a strategically placed warehouse in Fargo, ND to ensure dealers receive products in a timely and efficient manner. These strategic partnerships significantly expand Memphis Audio’s coverage in these crucial central markets.

“We are extremely pleased to partner with two powerhouse distributors in the central part of the country. Their 12-volt knowledge is unsurpassed, with each having excellent relationships with their dealers in their respective territories. Pioneer Music Company has been distributing products in the MINK for 6 generations, the fact that they have been doing it right for over 150 years speaks volumes. Mid State Distributing brings a breadth of knowledge and strong dealer relationships built through years of dedication to the 12-volt industry. We are very excited to welcome these talented partners into the Memphis Audio family to promote and grow our brand,” said Kerry Sedivec, western regional sales manager for Memphis Audio.

Memphis Audio would like to thank CPS for years of dedicated service to their 12 volt dealers and the Memphis Audio brand and wish them well on their future ventures. These changes in territory coverage are effective immediately, for more information or for contact information for your territory, please call Memphis Audio directly at 800-489-2300 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

March 18, 2019, VAIS Technology, Englewood Colorado announces the addition of AM Distributors/Mid-State Distributing as a new distributor partner for VAIS Technologies integrated products.

VAIS Technology EVP, Dennis Hopper stated, "VAIS Technology continues to expand its distribution and is happy to have AM/Mid-State on board. Their expertise with sales, service, and support for retail and expeditor dealers is exceptional."

VAIS Technologies manufactures a premiere satellite radio integration adaptor that allows the addition of a SXV300 SiriusXM tuner, sold and service separately, that works seamlessly with the factory OEM radio, without unsightly cables and wires on the dash. It also uses all the factory functions of the steering wheel and LCD screens in any of those vehicles.

VAIS Technology has hundreds of applications for Alfa Romeo, Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Fiat, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Lexus, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes, Porsche, Nissan, Scion, Subaru, VW and Toyota vehicles that don't come from the factory with satellite radio tuners.

Dealers can review the VAIS Technology products at: www.vaistech.com.

Any dealers requiring the latest product brochures, pricing, etc can contact VAIS Technology, www.vaistech.com.

AM Distributing @ 888-345-1300

Mid-State Distributing: Chicago Branch @708-345-1300

Omaha Branch @ 800-798-5965

Fargo Branch @800-342-4726