Articles Tagged with ''buying group''

While much of the industry navigated mergers, shifting alliances, and economic uncertainty, LPG continued to deliver steady performance driven by strong member engagement, disciplined vendor partnerships, and a focused strategy centered on profitability and differentiation.

Throughout the 1970s-1980s there were four main industry buying groups - AD, Embassy, Omni and WIT & Co. Often referred to as “legacy buying groups,” these groups existed and operated for decades before consolidation began. Here's a quick history lesson on buying group mergers in the sector.

Joining a buying group for your luxury kitchen and bath showroom offers many advantages. While enhanced buying power and cost savings are significant benefits, surveys show that the most valued aspect is the long-lasting relationships formed within the group. Read about some key benefits of membership.

The AD Board of Directors and the IMARK Electrical Boards of Directors are pleased to jointly announce that after many months of confidential discussions and extensive due diligence, both Boards have unanimously voted to merge IMARK Electrical and AD.

The Edge Group is a market-leading buying group that connects independent distributors and manufacturers in the datacom, security, low voltage, audio/video, electronic MRO and electronic OEM industries.

Jeff MacDowell, director of Luxury Products Group (LPG) attended the 2022 IMARK Summer Invitational alongside exclusive brands Australian Designer Faucets and Current. IMARK members from across the country were invited to attend and were able to learn more about what the LPG strategic initiatives have to offer. 

The merger brings twenty-six independent Canadian distributors with forty-six locations into the AD family.

Established in Ontario in 1966, Torbsa is a shareholder-owned group made up of twenty-seven independent building supplies distributors, with 48 locations across Canada. 

The IMARK Plumbing preferred suppliers listed below were recognized based on the results of a member ranking process, which was determined by the suppliers’ level of involvement in the following areas: IMARK marketing, communications, and training programs, IMARK program execution and the support of IMARK members. Awards were given within each of the following categories, Marketing, Merchandising, Product and Promotion. 

AD is reporting member sales in the first nine months of 2021 were $44 billion, an increase of 34% across its 13 divisions and three countries. Same-store sales were up 19%. Member companies’ purchases from AD supplier partners grew 31%. Net distributions to its members were up 41%.