Edward "Buck" Parker
Edward "Buck" Parker is a seasoned entrepreneur and industry leader with a career spanning decades marked by innovation, success, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
Early Career and First Ventures
At the young age of 22, Buck became the Superintendent of Dyeing for ET Barwick Industries, a prominent carpet manufacturing company. Demonstrating exceptional leadership and expertise in the field, he quickly made a name for himself. By 26, Buck launched Chemical and Color Systems Inc. specializing in products for the carpet industry. Just four years later, he sold this successful venture to Tanatex Chemical Company.
Cimarron Carpets Inc.
Buck's entrepreneurial journey continued with the founding of Cimarron Carpets Inc., a company that achieved significant recognition by becoming the Official Carpet of the 1982 World's Fair. Leveraging the visibility and prestige from these events, Buck established Cimarron South Marketing, Merchandising, and Sales during the World’s Fair period and represented and guided several brands to succeess.
X-1R Corporation
In the early 1990s, Buck founded another chemical company, Sun Coast Chemicals, which later evolved into the X-1R Corporation. Under his leadership, X-1R grew to distribute lubricants and chemicals in 40 countries industrially, with a retail presence in major stores like Wal-Mart worldwide. After building X-1R into a global brand, Buck sold the company and took a semi-retirement.
Daytona 1 Performance Lubricants
Not one to stay idle for long, Buck started Magellan International Lube and Chemicals ten years later. Through this venture, he developed and established the Daytona 1 Performance Lubricants brand and the Grip Bite Brand, solidifying his reputation in the industry once again.
NASA Space Technology Hall of Fame Induction
A testament to his groundbreaking work, Buck was personally inducted into the NASA Space Technology Hall of Fame for Advanced Lubrication. This prestigious recognition underscores his contributions to the field of lubrication technology and his impact on advancing space technology applications.
Specializations and Personal Achievements
Buck's specialties lie in branding and creative marketing, where his innovative approaches have consistently driven the success of his ventures. In addition to his professional achievements, he is a Master Captain with a 100-ton license for boating and has been a dedicated Mason for 25 years.
Expertise in Global Branding and Marketing
One of Buck's standout abilities is his exceptional skill in creating, branding, and marketing products on a global scale. His knack for developing compelling brand names and strategically positioning them in the market has led to worldwide distribution and recognition. Whether it’s launching a new product line or rebranding an existing one, Buck’s expertise ensures that brands not only reach but also resonate with a global audience, driving significant market penetration and sales growth.
Edward "Buck" Parker's journey is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence, his ability to adapt and innovate, and his passion for building successful businesses from the ground up.
New Business Development
Sales Management
Advertising
Product Development
Space Technology
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Online Marketing
Account Management
Sales Operation
Business Planning
Entrepreneurship
Areas of Emphasis