Must Read | Supplier Stars Supplier Stars These companies consistently delivered quality products and service that impressed their distributor partners, earning them top honors as this year’s PPAI Supplier Stars. Compiled by Rachel Zoch d1sk / Shutterstock.com EACH YEAR, PPAI INVITES DISTRIBUTOR MEMBERS to weigh in on suppliers in the industry and vote for the best, based on quality of communication, customer service, products, decorating and packaging. Despite the challenges of the past few years – especially supply chain breakdowns that delayed raw materials and finished goods – the industry persevered. In particular, these 24 companies continued to deliver quality products and service that impressed their clients, and their consistent excellence won them top honors as this year’s PPAI Supplier Stars. The Supplier Star is one of four PPAI Pyramid awards, the industry’s pinnacle of achievement now in its 65th year. Distributors cast their votes for one supplier in each of 12 categories. This annual competition is open to all PPAI supplier members in good standing who update their sales volume every two years as required and maintain a SAGE supplier rating of A or higher. 54 • APRIL 2023 • PPAI
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