SRS expands in Iowa
SRS Distribution Inc. has acquired Rising Star Wholesale, a distributor of siding, windows, doors and other complementary products. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, Rising Star is owned and operated by Bob Myers. The company employs a team of 17. Corey Myers, Bob’s son, and Amber Twohig, a longtime employee of Rising Star, will lead the business going forward.
Dan Tinker, president and CEO of SRS, said: “We are delighted to welcome Bob and the rest of the Rising Star team to the SRS family. The company’s siding, window, and door expertise will be an outstanding complement to our existing roofing-focused operation in the market. We look forward to building upon Rising Star’s reputation for exceptional service and are truly excited by the prospect of what we can accomplish together.”
Bob Myers, owner of the company, commented: “We are so pleased to have found a like-minded partner in SRS. It was clear from our very first conversation that they share our passion for treating employees like family and prioritizing the needs of our customers. I couldn’t imagine a better home for Rising Star and am thrilled by the growth opportunities my people will have with SRS’ added resources and capital.”
