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Merit Distribution Group Comes Under New Ownership

Merit Distribution Group Comes Under New Ownership

by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 7, 2025 | Industry News

On June 30, The Merit Distribution Group LLC and its subsidiaries completed a sale transaction with Spartan ParentCo LLC, an affiliate of Czech Asset Management. While Merit Distribution will operate under new ownership, existing operations and management will remain...
Merit Distribution Group Promotes Geff Lynch to CEO

Merit Distribution Group Promotes Geff Lynch to CEO

by Lindsey Thompson | Nov 6, 2024 | Industry News

The Merit Distribution Group LLC announced the promotion of its current president, Geff Lynch, to CEO. Lynch will now be responsible for all aspects of Lancaster’s paint sundry distribution operation and the EJ Welch flooring businesses. A 38-year plus industry...
Geff Lynch Promoted to President of EJ Welch and Lancaster Divisions

Geff Lynch Promoted to President of EJ Welch and Lancaster Divisions

by Lindsey Thompson | Dec 20, 2022 | Industry News

Geff Lynch has been promoted to president of both EJ Welch and Lancaster divisions, says Mitch Jolley, chief executive officer for Merit Distribution Group.  Lynch began his employment with Lancaster in May 2007 as vice president of marketing and was promoted to...

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