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Employee Spotlight! Vito Colinelli

A photo of our employee spotlight recipient, Vito Colinelli

Our monthly Employee Spotlight always showcases an amazing team member of the Abt family, but October’s pick is particularly exciting. We’re talking about Vito Colinelli, Abt’s executive trainer. A member of the company’s backbone, Vito has been training our specialists and more for nearly 25 years now. The number of installers, plumbers, and carpenters he has helped to train here at Abt is astronomical. We imagine that Vito Colinelli would be able…

Abt Exclusive October 18, 2023

Meet Our Fall 2023 Star Employees!

The photos and job titles of the Fall 2023 star employees at Abt

Welcome back to Chicagoland’s chilly fall season! It’s the time of year when we gather together and enjoy the season with our closest family and friends. But for Abt, we’re prepping for our busiest time of the year. But that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate our amazing staff. That’s why we’re showing off our four Star Employees of the season! Twice a year, we take the time to honor and share the…

Abt Exclusive October 13, 2023

Using Your Abt Gift Card: What You Need To Know

A blue Abt gift card with little wrapped gifts in the design.

Though it’s only October, most can agree the end of the year often sneaks up on us. And that also means the holidays are approaching faster than you think. Shopping for your family and friends can be the most stressful part of the holidays, especially when you’re attempting to find out what everyone wants. Looking for a general crowd-pleaser? Purchase an Abt gift card today. Perhaps your loved ones are buying appliances…

Abt Exclusive October 9, 2023

Start Saving with Abt’s Early Holiday Sale

A banner with autumn leaves that reads "Early Holiday Savings" and "Save throughout the site".

As the holiday season approaches, Abt is delighted to bring you an early taste of holiday cheer with our much-anticipated Early Holiday Sale, happening from October 9th to 12th. This year, we’re excited to showcase some of the hottest products that will make your holidays even more enjoyable. Whether you’re upgrading your kitchen or enhancing your home’s efficiency, Abt’s Early Holiday Sale has something for everyone. Revolutionize your kitchen with products like…

Abt Exclusive October 4, 2023

Things You Didn’t Know About Abt

Abt sales specialist, Larry, standing in front of a spray painted Abt mural.

Whether you’re a loyal customer or are just seeing the name “Abt Electronics” for the first time, there’s lots to learn about Abt, our history, and where we’re going. From fun facts to integral parts of our business, there’s so much that makes our store different. We’ve been going strong for 86 years: read up on what makes us special in our blog post on 76 things you didn’t know about Abt.…

Abt Exclusive Employee Spotlight September 27, 2023

Employee Spotlight: Aimee Nielsen

smiling brunette woman standing in a luxury kitchen

It’s fall, y’all! The change of the seasons is always exciting, and we’re thrilled to shine our employee spotlight on Aimee Nielsen! Aimee is in our Builder’s Division in Builder Sales, where she works directly with builders to help them find just what they need for their projects. Whether builders are working on single-family homes or Chicago skyscrapers, Aimee and her team help to outfit them with all the appliances they need.…

Abt Exclusive News September 11, 2023

Abt Wins Control4 Top Volume Award of 2023!

Abt has been honored with the Control4 Top Volume Award of 2023! We’re excited to show that we value both our custom audio customers and dedicate ourselves to Control4’s quality products. To receive the award, Greg, Brett, Neil and Lukasz from our Custom AV team are out at CEDIA expo, an exposition where those on the cutting edge of residential technology can show their stuff. We’re glad that our team is representing…

Abt Exclusive Products September 8, 2023

Staff Picks: Favorites From Abt’s Sales Team

Photos of sales specialists Kristal G, Christine E, Alexis L and Voula B. Text at the bottom reads "Abt's Staff Picks".

As local customers may know, visiting the Abt store in Glenview is an unmatched experience, from the cozy home theater to the colorful fish tank. With the sheer amount of technology and home products we have to explore, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. However, one of the best parts of perusing our store is the top-notch assistance you’ll get from our team of expert sales specialists. They’re always…

Abt Exclusive August 28, 2023

Abt’s Labor Day Sale 2023

It’s time for Abt’s 2023 Labor Day Sale! The sale starts on August 28 and runs through September 4, and it’s the perfect time to grab some deals for the home as summer comes to a close. We’ve got big savings on appliances like the new GE Profile UltraFast Combo, an all-in-one washer that we spotlit in June. You can find great deals on tons of our kitchen appliances, too. Check out…

Abt Exclusive Employee Spotlight August 9, 2023

40th Anniversaries: Ray Sola & Mike Buchanan

Mike Buchanan with his truck and Ray Sola beside Wolf & Sub Zero Appliances

We’re excited to celebrate the 40th Abt anniversaries of two treasured employees, Ray Sola and Michael Buchanan! Both of them have seen our business through some pretty extreme changes, like the store’s move from its location in Niles to Morton Grove, and finally to Glenview, Illinois. Other exciting changes Sola and Buchanan have seen? The shift in leadership between Dave and Bob Abt and Bob’s four sons. The advent of smart technology,…

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