Press Release Archives

First Supply has announced Katie Poehling Seymour as CEO and President. She will succeed Joe Poehling who assumes the role of Chairman Emeritus.

After 8 years with First Supply and 40 total years in the industry, Jerry Barnett will be retiring on July 2, 2020.

On June 12, 2020, after 42+ years with First Supply, Mike Hickok will be taking another new adventure – retirement!

Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is something that we at First Supply, Gerhard’s Kitchen & Bath Stores and Kohler Signature Stores by First Supply are monitoring very closely.

Allen Jaedike will have corporate leadership responsibility for First Supply’s HVAC division moving forward. Tasked with leading the department towards achieving profitable sales growth throughout the organization, he will be working alongside our local management teams to develop the best “go to market” strategies possible.

First Supply LLC has announced that Matt Klika has accepted the role of General Manager for the Northern Region, following the retirement of Ron Cherney.

First Supply has announced that Scott Boehlke has accepted the role of general manager for the newly created eastern region of the company, and Dave Lyneis has accepted the role of director of logistics and warehouse operations.

First Supply is expanding its presence in Edina, Minnesota, with the addition of Gerhard’s Kitchen & Bath Store. Both brands are solely owned and operated by First Supply. With Gerhard’s providing expertise in kitchen design combined with Kohler’s renowned plumbing prowess, customers will find the expanded Edina destination to be the perfect one-stop shopping experience for kitchen and bath projects.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our Chairman Emeritus, Ed Felten at the age of 80. Having served as the First Supply President and Chairman, as well as the President of the American Supply Association in 1998, Ed was truly a legend in the industry. Even while courageously battling cancer for the past several years, Ed would never hesitate in offering his guidance when asked. He will be truly missed!

Country Boom, LLC is proud to announce that Gerhard’s Kitchen and Bath Stores will be the major sponsor of the Country Boom music festival that will be held from July 11 – 13, 2019 at Maple Grove Venues in West Salem, WI. Country Boom will be featuring regional and national country music artists, food and beverages, camping, and a first class facility and venue that are unique in both size and amenities.