North American buying group AD, Wayne, PA, reported sales for all AD members, across all AD divisions and countries, grew by 9 percent in the first quarter of 2016 to $8.7 billion.
"Business conditions continue to be challenging in many regions and segments; but there are strong spots, too. And clearly, AD Members, in every Division, are taking share," said CEO Bill Weisberg. "With the guidance and support of our AD Board of Directors, we are utilizing our growing economies of scale to make strategic investments to help our members grow now and into the future. AD eCommerce Solutions, AD HR Services, and AD Indirect Spend Services are three such areas of focus.”
Over the last 12 months, AD members across all divisions hired 1,267 new employees, opened 20 new locations and made 5 acquisitions.
