Welcome to Harper Group!
For over 20 years, we’ve been bringing the most unique and sought-after home, gift, publishing and lifestyle brands to discriminating retailers across the country.
For over 20 years, we’ve been bringing the most unique and sought-after home, gift, publishing and lifestyle brands to discriminating retailers across the country.
At Harper Group, we aspire to provide unsurpassed value as a true partner to the brands we represent, and the retailers we work with. As our partner, you can expect the highest level of integrity, professionalism, service and dedication to your success.
For brands, we act as an extension of your team as highly trained and experienced brand ambassadors, educators, advocates and salespeople. No one will work as hard as Harper Group does to win, grow and keep your brand’s business.
For retailers, we act as consultants, taking a holistic approach to matching you and your store with the lines and products that will fit your niche and appeal the most to your customers.
Harper Group is pleased to be the home of some of the best and brightest people in the home and gift industry. Our Senior Management group brings decades of experience from both inside and outside of the industry. Their unique perspectives, coupled with our embrace of technology and commitment to excellence, provides the strong foundation on which we are building the agency of the future.
Director of Sales
After graduating from the University of Iowa in English and Art History, I returned home to the New York Metro area. Here, I was enticed to join a new start-up paper and publishing company as its Sales Manager; growing the business for 5 years with a hand in production, product development and marketing. I then worked for two other paper and social expression brands, the last of which was a large, worldwide Greeting Card manufacturer for whom I was VP of Sales for 11 years.
In 2012, I had the opportunity to make a move from the Vendor side to Sales Management of my rep group in the Mid-Atlantic. Training and mentoring reps on my brand and how to maximize sales within their larger line package had always been my passion. So the chance to work with a rep group directly was my perfect next step. 2016 brought the opportunity for me to become part of the larger, growing Harper Group.
I continue to directly manage the Mid-Atlantic team as well as being the Brand Manager for many of our Publishers and Paper and Gift brands across all of our regions.
In my free time, my passions are travel, theater and the arts and cooking.
President and CEO
Bringing outside experience from the technology and oil industries, I’ve had the opportunity to manage and grow companies my entire career. But the chance to lead Harper Group now and into the future is certainly the greatest highlight for me. We have one of the best groups of people in the industry, and I’m proud to have the chance to work with each and every one of them every day.
In my role as President and CEO, I oversee all of our business operations and set the strategic direction for Harper Group. In a constantly changing retail environment, my primary goal is to keep our group at the forefront of innovation and technology as we strive to constantly improve and continue to grow.
I hold a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Villanova University and an MBA from New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business.
VP of Partnership and Director of Sales
Since joining Harper Group, I have worked in many capacities leading to my current role as Director of Sales where I am able to work directly with our amazing sales team as well as manage the business with our national accounts. The industry is ever- changing and the amazing entrepreneurial spirit of our retailers and manufacturers keeps me inspired every day.
In my leisure time, I enjoy travel, skiing and playing tennis with my amazing family.
Director of Finance
I earned my BA in Accounting at Villanova University and my MBA in Finance from New York University's Stern School of Business.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters.
VP of Sales
At Harper Group, our company culture is defined by our growth mindset and an environment of mutual respect, collaboration and professionalism. We retain our talented and tenured team because we provide a workplace where our people feel valued, supported and rewarded. Benefits include healthcare, ongoing training, technology, sales and marketing support and much more.
Listen To Maggie Morris
Territory Manager Testimonial
“Harper Group is second to none. I consider Harper Group to be the first family of rep groups. And we work for a family, not just a company. The Harpers have been very good to us. They are always helping develop our careers both professionally and personally and they are always looking out for our best interests.”
Phyllis MartinHarper Group Territory Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region
“I joined Harper Group in 2018. I love the products and I think this is such an exciting industry. What I like most about my job is seeing our brands in the stores and hearing from retailers how much their customers love the products. If I am helping the retailer grow, I know I’ve done my job well.”
Eva MellesHarper Group Territory Manager, Michigan, Rookie of the Year 2019
“My years with Harper Group have been the most wonderful and meaningful of my career. Dedicating my expertise to an organization that strives for excellence is the foundation of my success. Being part of a talented team, having the right technology to perform my job well, and the flexibility to manage my territory are the pillars of what makes my career at Harper Group so rewarding.”
Claudia BaudoHarper Group Territory Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region