August 4, 2026 — SFIA member AD announced that Shannon Bibbee has joined the company as President, AD National Accounts. The appointment follows AD’s July 8 announcement of its intent to acquire supplyFORCE.
Bibbee brings more than 20 years of commercial and operations leadership experience in industrial supply distribution. He has built and led high-performing commercial teams throughout his career. His experience will support AD as the organization expands its national account capabilities.
In his new role, Bibbee will lead AD’s National Accounts Program. He will work with AD leadership, members and supplier partners to strengthen AD members’ competitiveness across the network.
“Shannon’s experience and transformational leadership will be instrumental in the development of our National Accounts Program,” said Bill Weisberg, AD’s Chairman and CEO. “The timing of his hire is intentional as we continue to advance conversations about the prospective acquisition of supplyFORCE.”
AD and the supplyFORCE boards continue to complete the required approval process. The proposed transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions and shareholder and board approvals. AD expects to close the acquisition during the third quarter of 2026.
Read the full AD news release.
AD is the largest contractor and industrial products wholesale purchasing cooperative in North America. AD provides independent distributors and manufacturers of construction and industrial products with support and resources that accelerate growth and enhance profitability. AD has 1,000-plus independently owned distributors span 13 divisions in the U.S., Mexico and Canada with annual sales exceeding $100 billion. AD’s 13 divisions cover industries including electrical, industrial, safety, construction tools, bearings and power transmission, plumbing, PVF, HVAC, decorative brands, waterworks, and building materials. AD is owned and governed by its members. For more information, visit adhq.com.
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