Deb is a co-owner of Howes Products along with husband Robert Howes, and children Erika and Rob Howes II. Deb has been heavily involved at Howes for well over 30 years. She has taken on many roles and responsibilities within the business over the years, but one of the most rewarding has been serving as the heart of Howes. Deb upholds the Howes core values, and always demonstrates traits such as honesty, loyalty, trustworthiness, and strength. Over the years, Deb has formed a true bond with all Howes employees and makes everyone within the company feel like family. By always having an open ear and giving selfless support to others, she inspires everyone to put their best foot forward. She sincerely cares for each and every individual. Deb puts her heart and soul into the business day in and day out. Her efforts have helped the company become everything it is today, and she has set a wonderful example for future generations to follow. Erika is a fifth-generation family member of Howes Products, leading developers of the highest quality additives and lubricants. Born and raised in Rhode Island, Erika has grown up in and around the family owned and operated business, participating in various and assorted ways all throughout her youth. Officially, she has worked in different areas of the company for nearly 20 years. She is currently the V.P. of Business Development and oversees many of the company’s marketing initiatives. She spearheads the company’s social media efforts, running the Howes Facebook and Instagram pages. In addition to being the main copywriter for the company, Erika can be heard on the radio as the voice of the Howes. She is also the Commissioner of the Howes Hall of Fame. Jed is a recent addition to Howes Products. He grew up in Rhode Island and joined the Air Force which had him stationed in Tucson, AZ. After over 15 years as a chemist in material science, he returned to RI recently to spend time with his mother who sadly passed during Covid. Jed was brought in as a QC Chemist specializing in Quality and R&D.