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CENTRAL TRUE VALUE HARDWARE
CENTRAL TRUE VALUE HARDWARE. In 1948, John Cotter founded Cotter & Company, a retailer-owned company that included 25 independently-owned and operated stores. With the purchase of Hibbard, Spencer and Bartlett in 1963, Cotter not only acquired the company, but also the True Value trademark - a long-standing brand and presence since 1932.
True Value Company, under the leadership of President and CEO John Hartmann, became one of the world’s leading hardlines wholesalers with a globally recognized brand. customers in over 60 countries an expansive product set with market-customized assortments, product availability, innovative marketing programs and a la carte value-added services like eCommerce ship-to-store, store remodel support and True Value University.
True Value in 2020 served over 4,400 stores worldwide with retail sales in their communities, totaling about $5.5 billion, with 13 regional distribution centers and approximately 2,500 True Value Associates.
The 1983 through 1985 Dubuque City Directory listed 2206 Central.
The 1987 through 1993 Dubuque City Directory listed 2100 White.
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Source:
1. "Our Story," Online: http://www.truevaluecompany.com/About-Us/Company-Overview/The-True-Value-Story
