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S&S Activewear
S&S Activewear is a national wholesaler founded in 1988 in Bolingbrook, Illinois. The company distributes imprintable apparel and accessories to various...
S&S Activewear
S&S Activewear is a national wholesaler founded in 1988 in Bolingbrook, Illinois. The company distributes imprintable apparel and accessories to various sectors. Its product range includes blank sportswear, corporate apparel, and fashion-forward styles.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1988
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Bolingbrook
Corporate office
Bolingbrook, IL, United States
Principals
Frank Myers
Co-Founder
Jim Shannon
CEO
Frequently asked questions
Who owns S&S Activewear?
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) acquired a majority stake in S&S Activewear in 2021 in a deal reported at roughly $2 billion (per Reuters, 2021). Founder Frank Myers retains a significant minority interest and remains involved in the business.
What does S&S Activewear actually sell?
The company sells blank, unbranded apparel — t-shirts, fleece, outerwear, headwear, and workwear — to screen-printers, embroiderers, promotional product distributors, and online custom-apparel businesses. It does not sell to end consumers or operate a retail channel.
Which brands does S&S carry in its catalog?
Key supplier partners include Gildan, Hanes, Bella+Canvas, Next Level Apparel, Adidas, Nike, Carhartt, and New Era, among others. S&S functions as a multi-line distributor rather than an exclusive partner to any single brand.
How large is S&S Activewear's distribution network?
As of late 2024, the company operates nine distribution centers across the United States, following the opening of an 800,000-square-foot facility near Dallas. The network's layout is designed to reach most U.S. customers within one to two business days via ground shipping.
When did CD&R acquire S&S and what changed?
CD&R acquired a majority stake in mid-2021. Post-acquisition, the company accelerated capital investment in warehouse automation, expanded its Texas footprint, and strengthened its senior leadership team under CEO Jim Shannon, who has led the business since 2019.
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