Famous specializes in HVAC, Plumbing, Industrial, Building Products, and Training. What began as one branch on Woodland Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio has grown to 52 locations, 5 distribution centers, 8 Kitchen, Bath, Window & Door Showrooms, and 20 Famous University classrooms. We sell into the residential, commercial and industrial market segments for new construction, replacement, repair, remodel, parts and service.

Famous Supply Closing Reflections on 2024 | A Look Back & Forward

Marc Blaushild, CEO & Chairman and Brian Blaushild, President of Famous Supply share a message reflecting on 2024 and a look to the future.

2024 was a year of remarkable growth and innovation, laying the foundation for an even stronger 2025. Since 1933, Famous Supply has remained committed to our mission of “Building Customer Relationships for Life." This year, we expanded our product range with more offerings under our exclusive 33Brands, ensuring high quality at the right price. We also strengthened our team by adding sales experts and opened our 34th branch in Mentor, Ohio, improving local inventory availability. Additionally, we implemented Service Titan software, enhancing customer connectivity and streamlining operations.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’re excited to announce that we’re opening our fifth distribution center. A 354,000 sq. ft. distribution center in Maple Heights, Ohio, featuring 30,000+ SKUs, 24/7 Express Will Call, and same-day delivery. We’re also opening The Jay Blaushild Training & Education Center to provide hands-on technical expertise and skill development. Automation will play a key role as we introduce robotic picking systems to increase order accuracy and efficiency. With plans to open up to five new branches, we’re committed to improving access to local inventory.

Our investments focus on delivering faster service, unmatched precision, and expert guidance, staying true to our promise of building lifelong relationships. We’re grateful for your trust and partnership, and together, we’re poised for a brighter and stronger 2025. Thank you for being part of our Famous Family!

Fundamental of the Week:

29. BE AN EXPERT.

Our customers expect us to not only offer quality products, services, and solutions, but also to be technical experts. Take the time to learn everything you can. Ask questions and do research to make yourself an expert. Be a lifelong learner and take ownership for your personal development.

YouTube channel   Fundamental Messages

“Famous continues to look toward the future. I really feel like we're about as young of a company at 91 as you can be. Our vision is to be a great company. Our purpose is: To build meaningful relationships for life. We understand that the only way we can keep customers for life is by providing them with the best service we can, every moment of the day. As long as we get the right people who commit to making the company better, we won’t fall short of our goal."

- Brian Blaushild, fourth generation and President

“In line with our fifth Core Value of Continuous Improvement, our goal is to enhance the service we provide to our customers and the value we offer them. If we continue to grow and share in our success with our associates, they see that we’re investing in them and the company, and our people will take care of our customers to preserve our legacy. When I think about where we are as a company, where we’ve been and where we’re going, it’s exciting because our future is bright. We respect our heritage and our tradition, and work to innovate and evolve.”

- Marc Blaushild, third generation and Chairman & CEO

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Famous Gives Back

Our Famous Family is a passionate team of individuals who love to give back! Through supporting charitable causes such as Make-A-Wish, Pals In Motion for Parkinson’s, Believe In Dreams, Habitat for Humanity, and Feeding America, Famous Supply invests in changing the lives of children and families by making dreams come true. From our entire Famous Family, we sincerely thank our customers for their continued business and unwavering support of all our philanthropy initiatives. We are absolutely blessed with amazing customers, associates and industry partners who make our efforts to give back a reality.

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Our Famous Legacy

A Sit Down with Jay Blaushild

Jay Blaushild opens up in an interview with Kevin Blaushild as he thinks back and reflects on his relationship with his father, the early years of Famous Supply, and his journey through life. Those that have met Jay, know he is one of a kind. Now, he’s answering the questions you’ve been curious about.

Famous Supply History

Famous Supply founder, Hyman Blaushild, came to the United States from Latvia in 1922 where he continued his profession as a sheet metal contractor in Cleveland, Ohio. As a contractor, Hyman understood the value and importance of partnering with a wholesaler. When he was not getting the service he needed, he formed direct supplier relationships and changed the focus of his business from contracting to wholesale distribution in 1933. Today, Famous is still wholesale only serving trade professionals.

Becoming Famous

Family businesses seldom reach their 4th generation of leadership. When they do, they are typically characterized by family dysfunction and a business model that benefits the ownership. For over 86 years Famous Enterprises has been fundamentally different than most family-run organizations. The Blaushild family has worked to build a purpose-driven business whose family culture extends to over 1,000 Associates, valued Customers and key Suppliers. Available on Amazon