Gulfeagle Supply to Acquire Elite Roofing Supply

Strategic move set to create the fourth-largest distributor in the nation

by Chris Gray

April 29, 2024, Tampa, FL – Florida-based Gulfeagle Supply has entered into an agreement to acquire Elite Roofing Supply, a prominent roofing distributor based out of Phoenix, Ariz. Elite has 26 branches and was founded 11 years ago.

The transaction is expected to close June 2024, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. Financial details were not disclosed. With completion of the acquisition, the partnership will result in a combined total of 141 branches nationwide, making it the fourth-largest distribution in the United States.

“Elite is a top-notch organization with a quality management team, and we are so excited to have them join our team,” said Brad Resch, president of Gulfeagle. “They share our same values, and this couldn’t be a better fit to allow us to better serve our contractors, employees, and vendors.”

Sarah Weiss, CEO of Elite Roofing Supply, expressed excitement about the pending acquisition.

“The alignment of Gulfeagle and Elite reflects a shared commitment to being the employer of choice within the industry,” she said. “We are eager to merge our strengths while maintaining a family-owned approach and providing customers with a national presence.”

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Gulfeagle Supply Announces Next Steps For Continued Growth

Tampa, Fla., April 29, 2024—Gulfeagle has strategically entered into an agreement to acquire Elite Roofing Supply, a prominent roofing distributor based in Phoenix, AZ. Elite has 26 branches and was founded 11 years ago with the mindset of being best in class.

Brad Resch, President of Gulfeagle, stated, “Elite is a top-notch organization with a quality management team, and we are so excited to have them join our team. They share our same values, and this couldn’t be a better fit to allow us to better serve our contractors, employees, and vendors.”

The transaction will officially close at the end of June, and the companies will continue with business as usual until then.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973 by Jim Resch in Tampa, FL, originally as Gulfside Supply, is a full-line distributor of residential and commercial roofing supplies and building products. Through acquisitions, start-up locations, and a diversity of products, Gulfeagle has grown to over 118 locations nationwide.

Gulfeagle Supply Launches Mobile App

[TAMPA, Fla., July 19, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply debuts a new Mobile App. The easy to navigate app is designed to help contractors order faster and more efficiently. The first-generation app is currently available for download in the Apple App Store.

The app was designed for contractors to stay organized, create orders quickly, find Gulfeagle branches nearby and manage invoices.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 113 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle is a proud member of the Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation (IDAC).

Gulfeagle Supply Announces Leadership Changes for Continued Growth

[TAMPA, Fla., July 11, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply announces changes in leadership following Doug Stringfellow’s upcoming retirement. Brad Powers was promoted to Vice President of Sales and Operations for the Southeast. Bill Wilson was named Vice President of Sales and Operations for the West (including California).

Stringfellow plans to retire this Fall and help during the transition in leadership. Stringfellow has been with Gulfeagle Supply since the acquisition of his family’s distribution company in 1995. Stringfellow has played a vital role in Gulfeagle’s growth and success over the past 28 years with the company.

Ben Zwolski was promoted to Regional Manager for North and Central Florida to fill Power’s previous role. Zwolski has been with Gulfeagle for over 20 years, most recently as the Longwood Branch Manager.

Kurt Schwahn will now oversee both sales and operations as Executive Vice President of Sales and Operations for the company.

The promotions from within directly show the company’s commitment to its core value of “development of people”.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 113 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle is a proud member of the Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation (IDAC).

Gulfeagle Supply Expands to Cincinnati, Ohio

[TAMPA, Fla., June 7, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply announces its newest branch in Cincinnati, Ohio. This is the first Ohio location, which will better service Southern Ohio and nearby communities of Southeast Indiana and Northern Kentucky. The branch will be stocked with residential and commercial roofing supplies along with gutter and siding products.

The branch is located at 11310 Rockfield Court, Sharonville, Ohio 45241. The convenient location is less than two miles from the I-75 and I-275 interchange. Andy Ronnebaum is the Branch Manager.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 113 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle Supply Acquires Exterior Solutions

[TAMPA, Fla., April 5, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply announces the acquisition of Exterior Solutions, a building materials supplier in Gulfport, Mississippi. The acquisition also prompted a relocation of the existing Gulfeagle Supply branch in Gulfport. Gulfeagle Supply will now operate at 14410 Creosote Road Suite A, Gulfport, MS 39503 under the Gulfeagle name.

The acquisition expands Gulfeagle’s product offerings in Gulfport to include siding, stucco, windows, and doors in addition to roofing and building products. The new location is centrally located near the I-10 and US 49 intersection.

Matt Berger will be the Branch Manager of the Gulfport branch bringing with him over 14 years of industry experience. Chris Bingle will continue with Gulfeagle as Territory Manager and Joe Denton will join him as well as Territory Manager.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 110 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle Supply Opens New Branch in Metro Detroit

[TAMPA, Fla., February 21, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply announces its newest branch in Romulus, Michigan. This is the fifth Michigan location, which will better service the southern communities of Metro Detroit including Toledo and Ann Arbor. The branch will be stocked with residential roofing, CertainTeed and James Hardie siding.

The branch is located at 27800 Wick Road. Paige Engerer is the Branch Manager.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 110 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle Supply Opens New Branch in Southwest Florida

[TAMPA, Fla., January 16, 2023] — Gulfeagle Supply announces its newest branch in Englewood, Florida. The branch will be located at 6520 Industrial Lane and share a property with its sister-company Kimal Lumber. The location will support contractors as they rebuild areas most impacted by Hurricane Ian. The location brings Gulfeagle’s Florida presence to 25 branches across the sunshine state. The Englewood branch will also fulfill a need for material supplies between Gulfeagle’s existing Sarasota and Fort Myers locations.

John Gregory is the new Englewood Branch Manager. John has been with Gulfeagle Sarasota for almost a decade in both sales and operations.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 110 locations across the United States.

Gulfeagle Supply Names Kelly Joyce Director of Purchasing

[TAMPA, Fla., July 13, 2022] — Gulfeagle Supply announces the promotion of Kelly Joyce to Director of Purchasing. Kelly joined the Gulfeagle Supply team almost 15 years ago as Branch Manager in Holiday, Florida. Most recently, Kelly was the Branch Manager in Tampa, Florida. Kelly is based in Gulfeagle’s headquarters known as Branch Support Center (BSC) in Tampa.

Deshawn Carter has been promoted to Tampa Branch Manager. Bill Wilson will continue his role in Vendor Relations and as Vice President of Operations.

Gulfeagle continues our dedication to the core value of development of people.

Gulfeagle Supply, founded in 1973, is a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. The company has grown to over 100 locations across the United States.