Blazing His Own Trail

By Bob Cox

How does a typical 16 year-old American male spend his time? If you answered obsessing over girls, sports, cars or all of the above, you won’t get an argument from me.

Moe Abba, the owner of Capital Whole in Rancho Cordova, chose to blaze his own trail when he left his home, family and friends behind in Persia and traveled half way around the world to advance his education.

The first year in America would be the toughest time of Moe’s life. Despite going to college full time and working seven days a week, Moe was homeless. He and his friend managed to buy a car they used for their sleeping quarters for the next six months.

Moe realized early on that the key to his success would be learning English and a brand new culture. Because of his unstoppable drive, Moe was able to buy his first home at the ripe old age of 19 and graduated early from college with a degree in engineering and today his company manufactures lamps and chandeliers.

Q: How did you endure homelessness and the enormous challenges of adapting to a new country?

A: Well, we all have the gift and it’s a matter of wanting to use that talent that is provided by our Almighty God. I believe everything is possible. My dad was self employed and he went from nothing to reaching a better position in his life.

Q: Will you tell us a little about your business, Capital Wholesale?

A: Capital Wholesale is a company that’s been around for 65 years. We’re a one stop shop for appliances, lighting, plumbing, fixtures, flooring, cabinet door hardware and a variety of home accessories.

Q: What’s the advantage to coming here versus a big box home improvement store?

A: You will not find the unique premium quality products we carry in a big box store and our service is very knowledgeable. We will take the lowest competitors printed price and knock 15% off that amount on any lighting, flooring or cabinet door hardware product, no questions asked!

Capital Wholesale is located at 2990 Sunrise Bl. in Rancho Cordova and their phone number is (916) 446-5500.