Two Top Northwest Convenience Distributors Exploring a Merger
LACEY, Wash. Harbor Wholesale and Rich & Rhine Wholesale are considering teaming up, bringing together two family-owned companies in the distribution business. After several discussions with Robert Krupp [chairman at Rich & Rhine], we realized that our vision for the convenience industry and strong values-based leadership were well aligned towards common future goals and opportunities, said Justin Erickson, CEO of Harbor Foods Group. We share a common passion for building an organization where our team members can be successful while being 100 percent focused on our customers success.
Harbor Wholesale operates distribution centers in Lacey and Roseburg, Ore. A tie-up would open the door for Harbor to establish a hub in Portland, Ore., to service the more densely populated markets in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Harbor Wholesale and Rich & Rhine Wholesale Enter into Agreement to Explore Potential Partnership
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LACEY, Wash., Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Northwest s top two independent convenience distributors are exploring a merger between their successful family-owned companies. Justin Erickson, CEO of Harbor Foods Group states, After several discussions with Robert Krupp (Chairman at Rich & Rhine), we realized that our vision for the convenience industry and strong values-based leadership were well aligned towards common future goals and opportunities. We share a common passion for building an organization where our team members can be successful while being 100% focused on our customers success.