The 2024 PCI 25: No. 14 True Value Company
Image courtesy of True Value.
No. 14 True Value Company
Chicago, IL
773/695.5000
CEO: Chris Kempa;
CFO: Bill McGann
2023 Coatings Sales: $125 million
True Value LLC is one of the world’s largest hardware wholesale distributors. It includes approximately 4,500 independent retailer locations worldwide operating under the True Value, True Value Rental, Home & Garden Showplace, and Induserve Supply stores. True Value LLC manufactures paint brands for True Value retailers and third-party customers. Its EasyCare brand of interior and exterior paints and Majic paints are manufactured in Cary, Illinois, and distributed globally to hardware and farm/Ag retail stores.
Notes: In February of 2023, True Value Company announced the year-long celebration of its 75th anniversary, and the continuing legacy of hometown values and building local communities. To celebrate the anniversary, the company had special sales and events throughout the year, and launched an anniversary web page.
In March of 2023, True Value unveiled new, modern upgrades to its True Value Manufacturing facility in Cary, Illinois. The launch of the new paint-filling and packaging line increased the plant’s ability to fill latex architectural paints up to 90 gallons per minute. The new technology directly supports the upcoming launch of the company’s ultra-premium paint line, EasyCare Limitless. With the ultimate washable technology, a one-coat coverage guarantee, and Scuff Armour technology, EasyCare Limitless is designed to keep interiors looking great for years.
Source: Company contact, press releases
Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!
