ArchBrook Laguna to Merge with I. Lehrhoff & Company
Carlstadt, NJ, June 18, 2008 —
ArchBrook Laguna, a total solutions provider supplying consumer electronics
and computer products to the nation's most successful retailers, announced today
the signing of a definitive merger agreement with I. Lehrhoff & Company, a privately-held
small appliance and houseware distributor. Under the agreement, I. Lehrhoff & Company
will continue operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of ArchBrook Laguna, under the leadership
of the I. Lehrhoff executive team.
“Our merger with I. Lehrhoff is a natural evolution of our strategic alliance that now
spans over five years,” said Peter Handy, Executive Vice President, ArchBrook Laguna.
“The breadth and depth of our product line, coupled with the I. Lehrhoff portfolio, will
allow us to grow vertically with products and customers that entirely complement one another.”
“This merger is a significant step to take our company to the next level of performance,” said
Arthur Lehrhoff, chief executive officer, I. Lehrhoff & Company. “For over 90 years, my family
has led this company and will continue to provide the necessary leadership for our growth under
the ArchBrook Laguna banner.”
The firm will remain in New Jersey and leverage the national scope of the ArchBrook Laguna fulfillment
and distribution systems. It will be renamed Lehrhoff ABL, LLC and remain under the stewardship of
Arthur Lehrhoff and Daniel Lehrhoff who will continue as CEO and President, respectively.
About I. Lehrhoff & Co.
I. Lehrhoff & Co, Inc, was founded in 1918 as an advertising specialty and incentive firm.
Today, the company’s primary business is the distribution of small appliances, housewares, personal care
products, shavers, clocks, seasonal products, floor care, electronics, and various other related products.
Through its Sterling Import division, designs, sources, and manufactures an assortment of table top product
such as cutlery, serveware, glassware, etc. All products are also offered through our incentive company,
Integrated Premium Concepts, which supplies bulk product to the incentive industry, and can design, implement,
and fulfill programs for corporate customers as well.
About ArchBrook Laguna
ArchBrook Laguna is a total solution provider committed to supplying consumer electronics
and computer products to the nation's most successful retailers through state-of-the-art logistical
services. With more than twenty years of experience in the industry and an intimate understanding of
customers’ business needs, ArchBrook Laguna’s expertise encompasses several facets of the
business support beyond mere distribution. By offering a full range of converging technology
and other merchandise along with the most valuable services available in the industry, ArchBrook Laguna
plays a key role in the success stories of many electronics resellers and retailers nationwide.
More information is available at
www.archbrooklaguna.com.
For media inquiries, contact:
Kathleen Buczko
NMC Partners
562-366-1552
kbuczko@nmcpartners.com
