𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 ... 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘁. The heat is coming, and we've got you covered! 🌞 First Supply has the air conditioners and heat pumps you need this summer and we are now accepting new customers and dealers for: ✅ Ducane ✅ Bosch ✅ Maratherm Want to learn more? Complete an online inquiry, and our sales team will be in touch! https://lnkd.in/gTN5TcZi #FirstSupply #SummerReady #AirConditioners #HeatPumps #NewCustomers #DealersWanted #Ducane #Bosch #Maratherm
About us
Established in La Crosse, WI, First Supply® is the largest Wisconsin-based wholesaler, with 52 upper Midwest locations, including 28 First Supply distribution branches, 5 First Waterworks branches, 1 Central Distribution Center, 14 Gerhard’s Kitchen, Bath and Lighting stores, and 4 Kohler Signature Stores by First Supply. Founded in 1897, First Supply is a 5th-generation, family-owned, single-source provider employing over 650 people and offering HVAC, builder, plumbing, lighting, waterworks, industrial PVF, pump, well, and septic supplies. Midwest Locations: Appleton, WI; Birmingham, MI; Brainerd, MN; Brookfield, WI; Cedar Rapids, IA; Champlin, MN; Delafield, WI; Delavan, WI; Dubuque, IA; Eau Claire, WI; Edina, MN; Green Bay, WI; Janesville, WI; Kenosha, WI; La Crosse, WI; Madison, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Oak Creek, WI; Oshkosh, WI; Overland Park, KS; Owatonna, MN; Platteville, WI; Plover, WI; Racine, WI; Rhinelander, WI; Rochester, MN; Rockford, IL; Sheboygan, WI; South St. Paul, MN; Tomah, WI; Wausau, WI; West Bend, WI; Whitefish Bay, WI; Winona, MN; Central Distribution Center in La Crosse, WI; and coming in 2025 — our new state-of-the-art Distribution Center in West Salem, WI. We are: Family Owned and Operated — Since 1897 #33 Premier 150 Segment Leader — Supply House Times (2024) WaterSense® and Energy Star® Partner We have been selected for the following honors: #59 Wisconsin 75 Top Privately Held Companies (2023) ASA Member Safety Recognition Award (2021) AD Award for eCommerce Leadership in North America (2021) Joe Poehling receives ASA Fred Keenan Lifetime Achievement Award (2021) Katie Poehling Seymour receives ASA Alice A. Martin Woman of the Year Award (2020) Kohler Global New Product Partner of the Year (2019) First Supply is a proud supporter of: Habitat for Humanity® United Way® American Heart Association's Go Red for Women® Operation Rise and Conquer
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https://www.firstsupply.com
External link for First Supply LLC
- Industry
- Wholesale
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Madison, WI
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1897
- Specialties
- HVAC, Plumbing, Waterworks, Industrial, Builder, Municipal, Well & Septic, Hydronics, Refrigeration, Distribution, Pipe, Valves, Fittings, Water Heaters, Kitchen, and Bath
Locations
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Primary
6800 Gisholt Drive
Madison, WI 53713, US
Employees at First Supply LLC
Updates
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Don't miss our newest video for Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Store. #ProudSponsor #EnjoyTheShow #FirstSupply #CountryBoom
Amidst the lively tunes and spirited crowd of this year’s Country Boom, Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Store by First Supply LLC shines as a proud sponsor. 🌟🎶 Enjoy the show! #ProudSponsor #Gerhards #MusicFestival #FirstSupply #LaCrosseEvents
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We're thrilled to announce that we made the 2024 Industry #TopWorkplace for Distribution list. This award means the world because it's based on feedback from our people! Thank YOU, team. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/grUDs-Ac Energage #HR #recruiting #careers #culturematters #FirstSupply #SupplyYourFuture
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Happy 4th of July! 🎆 We wish everyone a joyful and safe Independence Day filled with celebrations, fireworks, and cherished memories. Please note that First Supply will be closed on July 4th in observance of the holiday. #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #FirstSupply #CelebrateFreedom
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🎓𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺! “𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘫𝘰𝘣 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺 𝘥𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘢 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦.” At First Supply, we take Mark Twain’s wisdom to heart. Our goal is to create an environment where work feels like a passion, not an obligation. Throughout the intensive 6-month program, our graduates delved into critical leadership skills: Trust and Influence, Communicating for Results, and Managing Performance. They also immersed themselves in First Supply’s core practices, spanning Finance, eCommerce, HR, IT, and Purchasing. But it’s more than just skills—it’s about fostering a sense of family. Our graduates built strong connections with peers, collaborating, and growing together. So, to our remarkable graduates: Congratulations! 🎉 Your impact will ripple through our organization, driving success and positive change. #LeadershipDevelopment #Graduation #FirstSupply
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With summer just starting, our ACs are working hard. That’s why tomorrow, on June 22, we celebrate National HVAC Tech Day to honor the technicians who keep us cool and reduce our carbon footprint with efficient systems. Thank you, HVAC professionals, for your dedication and expertise! 🌞 #FirstSupply #NationalHVACTechDay #HVACTechnicians #CoolingHeroes #SummerHeat #StayCool #ThankYouTechs #GreenLiving #ChangeYourFilter
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The open house for our new Winona branch was a huge success! We've moved to a new location in town, and the event was packed with excitement, featuring lunch and fantastic door prize giveaways. Thank you to everyone who came out to support us. Stop by to see us sometime! #OpenHouse #FirstSupply #NewLocation #Celebration #CommunitySupport
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⛳️ What a fantastic day at the 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 at Koshkonong Mounds CC (Golf & Events)! The event was filled with exciting special hole events and some incredible golfing with our fabulous event-sponsored vendor reps. 🌞 The weather was perfect, and the turnout was amazing! A huge 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀 for their #support, our customers for their #partnership, and our staff for making this event a great success. We couldn't have done it without you! Here's to many more days of fun, golf, and building great relationships! ✨ #FirstSupply #GolfInvitational #TeamFirstSupply #CustomerAppreciation #VendorLove #EventSuccess
A private golf outing is a perfect solution for a warehouse supply to bring vendors and buyers together - tradeshow on a golf course!Koshkonong Mounds CC (Golf & Events) is the backdrop, vendors display products near the tee boxes, and five hours of entertainment and customer mingling! Want to learn more? Reach out to Jill Draeger for details on a turnkey program for tying in prizes, food and beverages. #tradeshow #customerappreciation #vendorappreciation #tradeshowgolfing #GolfOuting
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✨ The First Supply team and family members were in stellar company last night at the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Midwest awards, held at the stunning Morgan MFG space in Chicago’s West Loop. Surrounded by a community of ambitious leaders, we celebrated the incredible #achievements of the 2024 class of finalists, including our very own Kathryn Poehling Seymour, President & CEO. This unforgettable evening was filled with inspiration, fostering connections, and honoring remarkable innovation. 🏆 It was empowering to be part of this celebration, cheering on all the entrepreneurs driving the future! #FirstSupply #EOYUS #EOYMW #EntrepreneurOfTheYear #Leadership #Innovation #Entrepreneurship EY
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Thank you Natalie Forster for sharing our story in Supply House Times! We're thrilled to highlight our #partnership with Exotec and the addition of their Skypod system in our new distribution center. This #innovation will enhance inventory management, reduce lead times, and ensure faster order fulfillment and better product availability. Check out the article as President and CEO Kathryn Poehling Seymour explains how this investment benefits our business, supports local communities, and enhances employee conditions without replacing jobs. #FirstSupply #Exotec #WarehouseRobotics #OperationalExcellence