Builders Hardware & Supply Company, as it exists today, was founded in 1958 by Tom Shannon and his daughter Shirley Henry (then Shannon).  Mr. Shannon came out of retirement at the age of 54, sold his boat, and mortgaged his home in order to purchase BH&S from the previous owners.  Through the poor economic years of the 1960’s the company survived and began to grow thanks to the sacrifices and efforts made by loyal employees, management, and assistance from an SBA loan.  The Kennewick branch was established in the late 1960’s and through the 1970’s Mrs. Henry ran the contract division while Mr. Shannon used his expertise to enhance the dealer division.  The hollow metal division opened in 1981 and the contract residential department began in 1986.  Both Tom Shannon and Shirley Henry remained actively involved in the company until shortly before they passed away in 1996 and in 2002 respectively.  They left behind a solid company, now owned solely by loyal experienced employees.

Officers & Board of Directors

John Phillips, Board Member

Randy Dalseg, Senior Vice President and Board Treasurer

Sue Gerbing, Secretary of the Board

Doug Gerbing, Board Member

Greg Lunde, President and Chairman of the Board

Al Sandhop, Vice President, Merchandising & Purchasing and Board Member

Bob Larson, AHC, Corporate Vice President and Board Member

Clif Tedrick, Vice President Contract Division and Board Member (not pictured)