Willis Announces West Coast Distribution Center in Lakewood, Washington

New Distribution Center Owned and Operated by Willis for West Coast Operations

Lakewood, Washington, April 21, 2014—After expanding into the US in 2001, Willis – Canadian-based distributor of building materials - has now firmly planted their roots in the US market by purchasing a permanent warehouse facility in Lakewood, Washington.

The new distribution center, with a capacity of just under 50,000 square feet, is an exciting move for the company who had previously been renting a warehouse facility in Lakewood.  Said Willis President & CEO Mike Hetherman, “In purchasing our own facility, we now have a permanent home to serve our customers.  It provides reassurance that we have every intention of having a long-term presence on the west coast.”

The new distribution center is located off Interstate 5, which means easier access for customers and key transportation lanes up and down the Interstate 5 corridor.

“Regardless of the move to a new location, our main goal has always been to continue to provide top-notch service to our customers.  The new building is simply a stepping stone to ensuring we have a permanent, lasting presence in the US marketplace,” said Hetherman.

Willis will be relocated to the new warehouse as of May 19, 2014.  The new warehouse will be located at:

9805 32nd Ave S

Lakewood, WA 98499

About Willis

Founded in 1967, Willis is a North American distributor of world class building materials including DuPont™ Corian® Solid Surfaces, DuPont™ Zodiaq® Quartz Surfaces, Arpa High Pressure Laminate, Artisan Sinks & Faucets and Insinkerator waste disposal units.  Their customer base includes Architect & Design firms, Millworkers, Kitchen & Bath Retailers, Home Builder Networks, Big Box Retailers and an extensive Fabrication Network.

Contact Information:

John Topic
Willis
National Marketing Manager
1149 Pioneer Rd, Burlington Ontario, L7M 1K5 Canada
Phone: 888-994-5547

Fax: 888-994-5548
johnt@4willis.com