July 1, 1957 – A.C. and Jean Arnett open for business in Lubbock with one account and one employee. They were the first food broker to enter the West Texas market.  
                  
                    
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                      | The company is now run by Mike Poteet-President, Mike Couch-Vice President and Jeff Poteet-Vice President.  We have over 105 years experience in our administrative staff and are untouchable when it comes to sales execution. | 
                     
                   
                  1957-1974 – The company grew to 20 employees. Resident sales personnel were added in Albuquerque and El Paso to follow chain customers.                   1975 – Lubbock, El Paso, and Albuquerque become one market – The Golden Triangle - and we still maintain people in all locations. 
                  November 1, 1975 – Arnett Brokerage Company acquired The Burns Company of El Paso. Full service offices have been 
                    maintained thereafter in all three major cities.  
                  January 7, 1987 – A.C. Arnett deceased.  
                  Today – Arnett Brokerage Company remains the only independent broker in The Golden Triangle. We are still dedicated to serving our customers and principals in West Texas/New Mexico market. We execute speed to shelf on new items, also work special order forms to book new items and promotions.   
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