English Color and Supply, LLC
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English Color and Supply, LLC - overview
Established
1946
Location
Mobile, AL, US
Primary Industry
Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
About
English Color and Supply, LLC specializes in professional automotive paint and detailing products, delivering solutions that enhance efficiency and quality in the automotive industry. Established in 1946, English Color and Supply, LLC operates in Mobile, US, providing automotive paint and detailing products. The company was founded to serve the automotive industry and has remained focused on this sector since inception. The latest funding round occurred in July 2017, when WestView Capital Partners invested an undisclosed sum in the firm, which has been a target for investment once.
English Color and Supply (ECS) specializes in supplying a comprehensive range of professional automotive paint, detailing products, and related services designed for the automotive industry. Their core offerings include a diverse selection of over 30,000 products, including OEM paint colors and specialty detailing solutions aimed at car dealerships and high-volume detailers. ECS's products are engineered for ease of use, enhancing process efficiency while providing value-added training and services to their clientele. The company serves a broad client base, including automotive repair shops, dealerships, and individual consumers primarily in the United States, with a significant presence in regions such as Texas, California, and Florida.
ECS has established itself as a trusted provider in the automotive supply sector since its inception in 1946, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The revenue model for English Color and Supply is structured around direct sales through a network of 79 locations across 13 states, as well as partnerships with over 200 suppliers. Transactions occur mainly through B2B engagements with automotive dealerships and detailing businesses, where products are purchased at wholesale rates for resale or direct use. ECS utilizes a mix of subscription services for training and educational programs, alongside one-time sales for their extensive catalog of products.
Flagship offerings, such as their OEM paint colors and detailing solutions, are positioned to attract repeat business due to their high demand and reliability, facilitating a robust revenue stream that aligns with the company's mission to deliver high-quality automotive supplies and training services to its diverse customer base. The most recent funding round in July 2017 will support English Color and Supply's strategy for future growth, including the design and launch of new product lines tailored for emerging trends in the automotive sector. The company is also targeting geographic expansion into new markets, specifically aiming to increase its presence in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the United States by 2025.
Current Investors
WestView Capital Partners
Primary Industry
Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
Sub Industries
Automobile Repair, Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts, Logistics & Distribution, Paints & Coatings
Website
www.englishcolor.com
Company Stage
Mature - Growth Capital
Total Amount Raised
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English Color and Supply, LLC - deals
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