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A History of Success
Since our founding in 1924, H2I has been committed to bringing you quality products with exceptional service. The history of H2I’s mindest has always been solutions-oriented. Because of this we continue to grow from a simple supply company in the Twin Cities to a nationwide solutions provider. H2I Group is continuously changing, but our dedication to excellence for our customers has remained the same.
Our Founders
Our History
1924- The Industrial Supply Company is Founded
In 1924, H2I Group- known then as The Industrial Supply Company- was founded by W. W. “Duke” Haldeman. Through his vision, and that of William R. Langford and John E. “Jack” Homme, the company grew from four employees and one field of products, to its current status as an employee-owned company with more than 200 members, and a nationwide reach with over 75 product options in six different markets.
1940- Langford Joins Company
In the 1940s, the company expands to different markets and different partnerships, growing in employees and customers.
In 1940, partner William R. Langford joined the company, which was renamed to Haldeman-Langford.
1946- Jack Homme Joins the Company
In the 1940s, the company expands to different markets and different partnerships, growing in employees and customers.
In 1946, John E. “Jack” Homme joined the company. He proceeded to direct and expand the architectural- contract sales group in the rapidly growing educational and hospital markets
1949- Haldeman Langford Manufacturing Company
In the 1940s, the company expands to different markets and different partnerships, growing in employees and customers.
In 1949, the Haldeman Langford Manufacturing Company is created after the Haldeman-Langford company entered into a manufacturing-royalty arrangement, for the first time in its history, with Reynold Erickson of Forest Lake, Minnesota.
- The Erickson table, a folding wall table made for school cafeterias, was quickly picked up and distributed nationally
1950- Jack Homme becomes VP & GM
In the 1950s, the company expansion continues and it eventually becomes Haldeman-Homme, Incorporated, the name by which it is known today.
In 1950, Jack Homme became vice president and general manager of both Haldeman-Langford and Haldeman-Langford Manufacturing1954- Haldeman Homme, Inc. is Born
In the 1950s, company expansion continues and it eventually becomes Haldeman-Homme, Incorporated, the name by which it is known today.
In 1954, W.R. Langford retired, and the companies were renamed to Haldeman-Homme, Incorporated and Haldeman-Homme Manufacturing Company, respectively.
1959- Duke Haldeman Retires
In the 1950s, company expansion continues and it eventually becomes Haldeman-Homme, Incorporated, the name by which it is known today.
In 1959, Duke Haldeman retired from the company, and Haldeman-Homme Manufacturing Company was sold to Hamilton Manufacturing Company of Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
The tables from the Haldeman-Homme Manufacturing Company are still produced and marketed by the Palmer Snyder Company today!
1961- Haldeman HommeRelocates
In the 60s, Haldeman Homme relocates to better house its rapidly growing market.In 1961, Haldeman Homme moved from its original headquarters on University Avenue in St Paul, Minnesota, and began leasing larger offices on East Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
1966- Haldeman Homme Builds
In the 60s, Haldeman Homme relocates to better house its rapidly growing market.In 1966, the company built a 14,000 square foot facility on two acres in the mid-city industrial park in Minneapolis, where it currently resides. The building was specifically designed to serve the company’s sales and service staff along with needed warehouse stocking space.
Today, the Haldeman-Homme Minneapolis facility (Corporate Headquarters) is almost three times the size it was in 1966- 40,000 square feet!
1967- Anderson Ladd joins
In the 60s, Haldeman Homme relocates to better house its rapidly growing market.In 1967, Haldeman-Homme acquired the Anderson Ladd Corporation, the leading supplier of commercial and residential hardwood and athletic flooring in the Midwest. The corporation was dissolved, and Anderson-Ladd began operating as a subsidiary division of Haldeman-Homme, Inc.
1977- Stock Ownership
The company continues to expand through stock ownership
The company profit sharing plan is converted to an employee stock ownership plan, with nine employee owners.
1987- 100% Employee Owned
The employee stock ownership plan changes the gameIn 1987, Haldeman Homme becomes completely employee owned.
- In 2008, H2I was named Silver ESOP Award winner for 30 years of sustaining their employee stock ownership plan. They’re still going strong today!
1996- Exceeding Expectations
The new vision is realized, and HHI continues to build on decades of impeccable customer service.In 1996, Ernie Stalock became president and established the company’s current motto of “Exceeding Customer Expectations.”
2005- Midwest Offices
Company offices expand across the country, bringing Haldeman-Homme’s exceptional services in the fields of education, healthcare, and industry to 28 states.In 2005, Sales offices in Chicago, Des Moines, and Omaha opened up.
2008- Haldeman Homme Moves West (and South)
Company offices expand across the country, bringing Haldeman Homme’s exceptional services in the fields of education, healthcare, and industry to 28 states.In 2008, Haldeman Homme grew operations in the south and west, with offices in Houston, Dallas, Austin, Denver, and Salt Lake City. Academic Specialties, a provider for the construction, design professional, and school markets in Denver, Colorado, was acquired, bringing HHI to the Rocky Mountain region.
2009- Expansion Continues
Company offices expand across the country, bringing Haldeman-Homme’s exceptional services in the fields of education, healthcare, and industry to 28 states.In 2009, Haldeman Homme distribution expanded to Arkansas, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Utah, and Wyoming.
2011- Performance Installations joins the team
Celebrating over 90 years of impressive service, quality, and customer satisfactionIn 2011, Performance Installations was acquired to provide installation, maintenance, and project management services in the west and south.
2012- Iowa Direct gets on board
Celebrating over 90 years of impressive service, quality, and customer satisfactionIn 2012, Iowa Direct Equipment in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and Academic Specialties, Texas, joined the Haldeman Homme team.
2014- 90 Years of Service
Celebrating over 90 years of impressive service, quality, and customer satisfactionIn 2014, Haldeman Homme, Inc. commemorated its 90 year anniversary.
A New Name
Continuing our vision
On October 1, 2019, Haldeman Homme announced our corporate restructure with the new name, H2I Group.
H2I continues to exceed customer expectations nationwide, servicing all 50 states and growing our ESOP.
H2I Culture
Integrity
We conduct our business activities and behavior within the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and honesty.
Teamwork
The H2I team consists of outstanding individuals working in unity, focused on the greater good.
Leadership
Leadership is not a position or title, leadership is a transformative process when we all take a leadership mindset in service to our clients and our community.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
We are focused and passionate in creating a successful future through strong relationships, continuous improvement, and an open mindset.
World Class Employees
People are our greatest strength. H2I employees prioritize exceptional care for our clients.
Safety
The safety, health, and welfare or our employees, clients, and partners is our highest priority.