Outdoor Living Supply makes an acquisition
Outdoor Living Supply (OLS), a distribution platform with a focus on outdoor living products and solutions, has acquired Garden Supply Hardscapes, a full-service distributor of hardscape, natural stone, brick, lighting, bulk materials and other complementary landscape products to Northern California.
Founded in 1964 by Larry Riches, Garden Supply has earned a reputation for exemplary service throughout the Bay Area. The company currently employs 51 people and sells out of locations in San Jose and San Carlos. Ken Riches will continue to lead Garden Supply’s employee base moving forward to help ensure continuity and consistency for customers and supplier partners, per the company.
Brian Price, CEO of Outdoor Living Supply, commented, “Garden Supply is a special business that we have long admired. Their team’s deep experience and commitment to their customers’ success aligns with our vision and growth strategy, making this an ideal partnership. I am thrilled to welcome this talented group to our OLS family of companies.”
“We chose Outdoor Living Supply because of their reputation for respecting the unique legacy of each of their local stores,” said Dennis Riches, owner of Garden Supply. “We are excited about the future and look forward to strengthening the relationships we have developed over these many years.”
Ken Riches, owner of Garden Supply, added, “We are confident that OLS is dedicated to investing in our business and our people, advancing our ability to provide the highest level of service and creating growth opportunities for our employees and loyal customers.”
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP served as legal advisor to OLS.
