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RETAILOBSERVER.COM MAY 2024 20 ANNOUNCING A NEW PARTNERSHIP Dacor + Climatic Corporation Dacor Luxury Appliances is proud to announce a new distribution partnership with Climatic Corporation of Columbia, SC. With five distribution centers serving the Southeastern U.S., Climatic will begin distributing Dacor products in a territory covering 12 states. Climatic Corporation is a family-owned business with a successful history in appliances, consumer electronics, HVAC, and distribution logistics. Established in 1956, it had thrived for six-plus decades, showing stability and commitment. Climatic has grown to become one of the most advanced, efficient distribution partners in the appliance industry and now adds Dacor Luxury Appliances to its diverse mix of appliance and home products. Under this collaboration, Climatic will become the primary support for the Dealer Network, while Dacor will maintain direct sales to Platinum Dealers. CLIMATIC HOME PRODUCTS AT A GLANCE Our HISTORY — The Climatic Corporation was founded by John H. Bailey Sr. in 1956. Over the past 65+ years, Climatic has developed into one of the most advanced and efficient logistics and distribution partners in the appliance business. Climatic Home Products has been an industry leader with proven success over the last half-century. We continually strive to offer the highest-quality products that provide brand value and visibility for our dealers. In conjunction with our great product offering, Climatic Home Products maintains five highly automated, strategically located distribution centers, an extensive network of logistics partners, same-day order processing, and shipping within 24-48 hours. Our TERRITORY — Climatic Home Products currently covers a territory of 12 Southeastern U.S. states: Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Florida. With over 500,000 Square feet of warehousing located in five strategic fulfillment locations, Climatic has the resources to stock and ship product within 24 hours of order placement. Paired with customized logistics, 30-plus trucks, and specialized routing and tracking software, products can be delivered to the purchase within 72 hours or less. Our SERVICE — At Climatic, our customer service department is trained to answer all your questions and efficiently process your orders. With our team's proficiency, you can expect accurate responses and knowledgeable guidance. Our online site serves as your virtual sales representative, available at your convenience. It is designed with user-friendly features, making it a reliable round-the-clock guide for all your needs. Regardless of the time and place, you can depend on our e-commerce platform to ensure a seamless purchasing experience. Our website serves as a one-stop resource for our dealers while also providing access to a wealth of information on Climatic, manufacturers, and product specifics. Additionally, dealers can conveniently browse our inventory and place orders at any time of day, 24/7. The "MY ACCESS" tool lets our customers view detailed product information and images, place and track orders, and maintain their customer accounts, all from one convenient site. Our PARTNERSHIP — Are you seeking a reliable partner for your appliance distribution and fulfillment services? Look no further than Climatic Home Products. We make our partners' business better, because our unique portfolio of services allows us to custom- ize their solutions. As a trusted name in the appliance industry, we offer a wide range of top-notch brands like Samsung, GE, Frigidaire, Sharp, and many others. In addition to our impressive brand selection, we carry a rich assortment of products, including appliances, electronics, audio, and furniture. We provide a full assortment of fulfillment services throughout our Southeastern territory, and nationally for manufacturers, and we work hand in hand with appliance reselling partners, large or small, to ensure their success. If now is the time to take your business to a new level, we are here to help! Our COMMITMENT — At Climatic Corporation, your success is our top priority. We help you build your business, whether you manage a one-location large appliance dealer or run a small family-owned shop in your hometown. It's our duty as a distributor to be your teammate and trusted advisor, which is why we promise always to put your needs first. We believe in a mutual measure of success, where we only succeed if you succeed. That's why you'll always have high-quality products, a diverse inventory, and a team that's dedicated to growing your business. Contact your Climatic sales representative for more details. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] RO Correction to March 2024 Issue, page 48 In our March issue, the Nationwide Financial Trends article was inadvertently credited to Andy Kriege as the author. The source of the article is Nationwide Marketing Group, and the correct title of the article is "Unlocking Growth". The revised version appears in our digital version: www.e-digitaleditions.com/i/1516378-march-2024/47 Our apologies to the source of the article for the error. PLEASE PARDON OUR ERROR

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