Congressman Ron Barber (D-AZ-2) tours AGM Container Controls to see firsthand the jobs the production of U.S. Navy carriers brings to Arizona's Second District.
Howard Stewart and other CEOs in Tucson discuss the importance of looking at Mexico to expand their businesses.
Howard Stewart talks about how he'd like to expand AGM and hire more people if the City of Tucson revises its building codes and cuts developer fees.
AGM is named a finalist to the BBB's Torch Awards in the "Good Neighbor" category, which recognizes a company that has shown a commitment to making Southern Arizona a better place through community service. See AGM's finalist video.
AGM's founding family was recognized twice in the last month, first with the SBA's Family-Owned Business of the Year, and then with a NIPHLE award for over 50 years of service to the military packaging industry.
AGM's Stewart family is recognized with the Arizona Chapter of the Small Business Administration's Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Business of the Year award.
- (March 2012): NOTIFICATION OF PERSONNEL CHANGE
AGM’s Quality Systems Manager, Rick BeMiller, is retiring April 6, 2012. His replacement will be David Dolana. Please contact AGM if you require any additional information.
AGM's Stewart family is recognized with two NIPHLE awards for long-term contributions to the military packaging and handling industry.
Businesses whose owners are looking for an exit strategy have the often unexplored option of selling the company to its employees, all while reaping huge benefits.
Ellen Howlett, AGM’s Chief Financial Officer, and other CFOs discuss the benefits and disadvantages of using E-Verify when hiring employees.
AGM sets an example as a company that is involved in the community through a fun workplace campaign, but keeps costs for running and managing a campaign low.
"I thought it was a great way for AGM to give back," Stewart said. AGM Container Controls manufactures hardware for containers that hold military weaponry...
Customer Advanced Laser Systems Technology discusses the benefits of purging with nitrogen in order to maintain an ultra-dry environment within equipment and other moisture-sensitive objects.
Howard Stewart discusses how upcoming cuts to the U.S. Defense Budget will impact government suppliers, particularly small businesses.
AGM President Howard Stewart discusses employee retention, layoff-avoidance ideas, and the keys to remaining successful, even in a sluggish economy.
Howard Stewart talks to Dan Lovallo from WDRC in Connecticut about employee retention, benefits, the business environment in Arizona, and keeping steady in troubled times.
PBS featured AGM as one of Tucson's successful secrets, a company that has maintained steady growth even during the recession, thanks to Management's resourcefulness and carefully planned expansion.
AGM Container Controls is featured as a small business that greatly benefits from Tucson’s adult education program by creating a stronger, more educated workforce.
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Tucson Lifestyle (January 2011): "Taking Healthy Living to Heart: Local Events Help Fight Heart Disease, Stroke"
Howard Stewart and other local business leaders talk about how their companies are taking healthy living to heart.
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Arizona Small Business Association (October 2010): "AGM Container Controls Named an Inc. 5000 Company"
ASBA announces that AGM was named an Inc. 5000 company in 2010.
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Inside Tucson Business (October 2010): "Eight Tucson firms named to Inc. 5000"
Inside Tucson Business congratulates all eight local companies that were recognized as Inc. 5000 companies.
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United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona (2010): "2010 United Way Circle of Excellence Winners"
United Way recognizes all the winners from their annual Circle of Excellence awards ceremony.
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U.S. Chamber online (June 2009): Winning Company's Video
Footage of AGM--the winning company of the U.S. Chamber's Small Business of the Year award.
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Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (June 2009): "AGM Named Small Business of the Year"
The Tucson Chamber congratulates AGM on winning the prestigious U.S. Chamber's Small Business of the Year award.
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The John Adam Show Radio (May 2009): Interview
Howard Stewart, AGM's President, discusses the factors that he believes contribute to a successful company.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announces that AGM Container Controls is the winner of their national Small Business of the Year Award.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announces that AGM Container Controls is the winner of their national Small Business of the Year Award.
AGM employees talk about the products they manufacture, the markets they serve, and what makes AGM a special place to work.
Thomas J. Donahue, President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and others discuss what they attribute to AGM's success.
The ESOP Association acknowledges member AGM Container Controls as the winner of the prestigios national award presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Howard Stewart, AGM’s President, speaks on mentorship, health care, taxes, frivolous law suits, and Card Check, as well as his thoughts on supporting the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
AGM Container Controls has been selected as one of seven regional finalists for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year award.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce releases their list of the seven regional finalists for their Small Business of the Year Award, which includes the winners of each region.
AGM Container Controls is recognized for being one of 56 winners of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2009 Blue Ribbon Small Business Award.
AGM Container Controls is recognized for being named one of 25 finalists for the SASIE Awards presented by the Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA).
Howard Stewart, AGM's President, discusses the benefits of Research & Development tax credits to help spur innovation and create jobs in Arizona.
AGM Container Controls' successful trajectory, employee programs, high-quality products and overall best practices are featured in this article.
Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords holds a press conference at AGM Container Controls and discusses the benefits of her proposal to cut diesel taxes.
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PolitickerAZ.com (July 2008): "Giffords Makes Push on Energy Legislation"
Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords announces her Diesel Tax Parity Act at AGM Container Controls.
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Fox 11 News (July 2008): "Diesel Costs Hurt Small Business"
Fox News 11 reports on Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords' press conference at AGM Container Controls to discuss the benefits of her proposal to cut diesel taxes.
Compass Bank spotlights AGM Container Controls for its proactive cost management mindset and how it can be integrated in company culture.
The National Federation of Independent Businesses honor two Tucson members, including AGM Container Controls, for long-standing support of NFIB issues and 40-year membership.
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