AD owner/members and supplier partners came together for the 2025 Decorative Brands Division annual meeting, held June 2–4 at the historic Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot.

In an industry where competition is fierce and margins are tight, independent wholesalers often face an uphill battle against larger, more consolidated players.

Hoff lived a life defined by integrity and unwavering love for his family.

It has been announced that IMARK Plumbing, including IMARK Waterworks, Irrigation, PVF, and the Luxury Products Group (LPG), will continue to operate as independent buying groups.

To elect new directors, the AD board’s Nominating & Governance Committee holds an annual nominating and voting period during which AD owner/members select members to join the board.  

Building on an exciting year and laying the groundwork for continued success, AD members and supplier partners maximized their time together at the 2024 AD Decorative Brands Division Annual Meeting.

AD is excited to announce the launch of AccelDX, a turnkey solution powered by Roc Commerce, designed to help members get started on their digital journey with an eCommerce platform fueled by the AD Digital Catalog.

AD reports that member sales in the first three months of 2024 hit a record $19.5 billion, a 7% increase across AD’s 14 divisions and three countries.

AD is pleased to announce it has received four recognitions in 2024 that celebrate its workplace culture.