IDC-USA celebrates 25 years
IDC-USA, the distributor-owned purchasing and national marketing cooperative of independent distributors of industrial bearing, power transmission and related products, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Independent Distributors Cooperative-USA was incorporated in 1988 as a way for its members to increase their buying power and compete in the power transmission market with large, publicly traded distribution companies. Today, the cooperative is comprised of 87 independent companies across the United States.
"Our distributors are a diverse group of independent companies that do not fit into the same mold," according to a prepared statement. "Some companies have only one location while others have over 30. Some have been established for decades yet others have only been in business for a few years. We attribute our 25 years of success to thinking outside the box by recognizing that each distributor requires a different level of support.
The organization says its main focus continues to be empowering distributors to successfully compete in today’s marketplace. IDC offers distributors access to competitive pricing and increased profit margins, marketing tools, sales support, and on-site and online training.
“IDC-USA is very well respected in the industry. Today we have a national reach with 270 locations. Our product offering continues to grow as do our two distribution centers," said Jack Bailey, president and CEO. "I have had the honor of being involved, either directly or indirectly, in 23 of those 25 years. As I look at this milestone year, I can't help but be excited about what the future holds."
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