NEMEON is a leader in the category of building material purchasing cooperatives. My company has been a preferred vendor to NEMEON for 6 years and during this time, I have seen NEMEON provide outstanding value to both its vendors and its membership. Central to this value creation for its stakeholders is NEMEON’s leadership. The leadership team is highly committed, progressive and provides great vision that helps guide the organization to higher ground, despite market conditions. Leadership also displays a sense of urgency for evolution and continuing change that ensures the membership will never be caught flat footed in the ever changing world of building materials distribution. It is far more likely, in my opinion, that NEMEON would be at the forefront of industry change as opposed to playing' catch up' behind it. The breadth and scope of NEMEON’s membership ensures that members will always have access to the best products available in the marketplace. It is a hard to imagine a manufacturer not leaping at the chance to participate in NEMEON as a preferred vendor. That degree of access is a real plus for the NEMEON members and something that some may not be able to achieve individually. Finally, the scope of programs, services, educational opportunities and over arching market intelligence offered by NEMEON ensures that there is truly something here for everyone.

Jeff Cabbage
Director of Sales
Royal Building Products

Trust and Integrity. These words are synonymous with NEMEON and its members. They are engaged in their business and community, and value their partnerships with vendors. It is a true delight to work with this group.

Jim Whitton, VP of Sales
Matt Peterson, Midwest Sales Manager
Hunter Panels

We at Polyglass USA, INC consider the NEMEON network of partners a key strategic force in the industry. While the distribution landscape continues to shift and change, the one constant is the NEMEON organization and its membership. Polyglass USA, INC has been a Preferred Vendor since 2003 and truly appreciates the opportunity to partner with NEMEON and its active members. As a growing United States based independent roofing manufacturer we recognize the importance of independent distribution in the market place. NEMEON and its members represent the essence of entreprenuralism and are a key factor in the economy. Since 2003 the NEMEON – Polyglass USA, INC relationship has grown exponentially to both of our mutual benefits. Polyglass USA, INC is firmly committed as a NEMEON partner and looks forward to growing incrementally with the organization in years to come. Thank you for your support and patronage.

Todd Homa
Polyglass USA

Nemeon has been very good at helping us grow our presence with our Grip-Rite name brand and all roofing related products with the independent dealers. The moto shift the share is more than talk and the cooperation from the dealers is excellent.
We look forward to growing our business in the future with Nemeon dealers and with the level of engagement we enjoy with the group have no doubt we will accomplish all our goals.

Barry J. Buchman
PrimeSource Building Products

Nemeon has been a great organization for Lomanco to work with over the last 12 years. The Nemeon members are easy to work with and have helped to grow Lomanco's presence throughout the country. I look forward to furthering the Lomanco / Nemeon relationship in the years to come.

Mike Nichols
National Sales Manager
Lomanco, Inc.

Since partnering with Nemeon a few years ago, VELUX has had the opportunity to build new relationships and work with a great organization. The Nemeon cooperative is well managed and were pleased with the memberships active support of the vendor community. We value our relationship with Nemeon and its members.

Bryan Milling
Account Manager
VELUX America, Inc.

Karnak and NEMEON started their successful business relationship in 2001. Dealing with the group has been a truly pleasant surprise. The group delivers what most “buying groups” merely discuss as their intentions. Integration, good communication, focus on a select group of vendors and a guaranteed time allotment for vendors to meet with each participating member face-to-face. The group truly supports its suppliers by purchasing as a group. Members constantly communicate to each other the importance of supporting their “preferred vendors”. This interaction translates into true added value for both the vendor partners and the NEMEON members. Karnak is honored to be NEMEON’s 2002 Accessory Product Vendor of the Year. We look forward to continuing this valuable relationship.

John McDermott
National Sales Manager
Karnak Corporation

Atlas Roofing partnered with NEMEON 5 years ago and we are very pleased to be associated with such a successful group of independent building material distributors. NEMEON brings tremendous value to us as a preferred vendor with its focus, loyalty and professionalism. The motto of "Shift the Share" has helped grow our business with NEMEON members substantially and Atlas Roofing is proud to be a Preferred Vendor. The partnership with NEMEON is something we don't take for granted and look forward to many more years of sustained growth.

Kirk Villar
VP Residential Sales & Marketing
Atlas Roofing Corporation

Joining NEMEON has been one of the best business decisions I have ever made. All of our locations are in secondary markets and prior to being a NEMEON member it was very difficult for us to have a good understanding of what was happening nationally and what effect it would have on our business. With the relationships that we have developed with other NEMEON members across the country we now have a clearer understanding of what is happening nationally and how we can best position our company. The annual meetings are exceptional. We get to meet with other NEMEON independent roofing distributors and share best industry practices. I have always come away from the annual meeting with several significant items that improve my business. Additionally we get to meet with the top sales management of our key preferred vendors in an informal face-to-face environment that has been extremely beneficial to both parties. On top of that we are enjoying rebate income, which has grown dramatically over the last two years. NEMEON has helped to level the playing field to allow me to compete more effectively with the large national chains.

Stan Martinkus,
Western Building Materials,
Yakima, WA

My company was one of the first members of NEMEON and I remember how high our hopes were for the future. It ‘s a great feeling to see those high hopes being realized. It is encouraging to see how many other independent roofing supply companies have joined the organization. All those members exchanging best practices during our annual meeting is one of the most valuable parts of our membership. NEMEON is also becoming the major channel for vendors. Am I pleased? Yes! Would we join again? Yes! Do we believe this is only the beginning? We are definitely on the rise!

Ken J. Rosenberger,
Gulf Coast Roofers & Builders Supply,
Houston, TX

Our company was one of the first to join Nemeon. And yes, at first, it was all about the reasonable investment and the rebates. But after belonging to the group over the years, we saw the professionalism that we all bring to our businesses and saw it reflected in the organization. We are all small businesses, but as a group we have gained tremendous respect from our vendor partners. I am proud to serve on the Board of such a tremendous group of individuals and businesses.

Janice Meyr,
B & R Supply & Equipment Co., Inc.,
Corpus Christi TX

Nemeon offers values in many different ways. The camaraderie shared by the membership of supply houses and venders is probably the biggest asset. Nemeon brings together independent distributors and encourages best practice teachings. Most of the information comes from fellow members. It helps a small independent company such as ours to formulate realistic goals and a path to steady growth.

I honestly recognize the benefits Nemeon brings to the table and can verify that the partnership to be crucial to our company’s success in this constantly changing industry.

Jim Bannon,
Stelwagon Roofing Supply,
Philadelphia, PA

We have been a proud member of Nemeon since February 5, 2001. Quite frankly, the real benefit at that time was the additional rebates it afforded us from the few preferred vendors that we had at the time. Over the years, as the organization grew and matured, we added more members and more preferred vendors. Needless to say, our purchases grew as did the rebates. But a funny thing happened on the way to us maturing as an organization, we realized that in order to be a benefit long term, we needed to offer programs that would enable the independent distributor to grow and sustain their individual organizations through employee training, sharing of best practices, and encouraging members to participate in Nemeon activities, and to network with each other for the betterment of all members and thus the betterment of Nemeon, as a compliment to the rebates. It wasn’t always easy, and we did encounter some resistance, but we have prevailed and have most all members understanding the true value of what we have to offer. In fact, I venture to say that most members would agree that, while the rebates are nice, the real value is being part of one of the largest and most respected buying co-op in the roofing/siding industry, and having a voice in what transpires in the industry. In addition, it’s having access to a network of some of the most successful and innovative entrepreneurs in our industry.

Ross Riddle,
South Coast Shingle Co., Inc.,
Long Beach, CA

Nemeon has provided us with the support necessary to compete in today’s marketplace. It started with the rebates needed to help level the playing field against the regional and national suppliers, but there is so much more. The information gained by speaking to other members throughout the country is really invaluable. The annual meeting provides the opportunity to have face to face discussions with the movers and shakers in the industry as well as providing a forum for members to share best practices with one another. We all face the same issues running our businesses and competing each day. Members are eager share experiences with others, even more so when the other person is located clear across the country. Monthly regional conference calls keep us updated on the status of our industry. Nemeon’s branded products have also given us a better profit margin on items we sell every day. In all, we are a much more competitive and confident company having chosen to shift the share with Nemeon!

Brian Rosenstein,
S&H Building Material Corp.,
Medford, NY

Read What Members Are Saying About NEMEON

Cooperation In Action....NEMEON members are looking for more than purchasing power. According to our members, one of the greatest values in "Feeling the Pride", comes from having a nationwide network of peers to share best practices and critical market intelligence. Roofing & Siding Distribution is a business with many strengths that are difficult to match by its large competitors. These include attention to individual customers, concern for quality service, profit awareness, market intelligence, and general business know-how. Despite these strengths, the independent dealer is handicapped relative to competition by lack of buying power, poor name recognition, and the higher expenses of a lone buyer of services such as insurance, benefit plans, equipment purchases, and computer systems. Although NEMEON’s initial purpose is to achieve purchase economies for Independent Roofing & Siding Distributors, there are other areas that the co-op could benefit the IRSD.

• Rebates on primary purchases
• Volume pricing from preferred vendors
• Vendor sponsored training
• Cooperative sponsored training
• Economic trend tracking and reporting
• Accounting Systems
• Networked Information
• Gateway to electronic commerce
• A name that provides national recognition

The IRSD needs to find a way to “level the playing field” in order to secure their own independent survival. Becoming aligned with a purchasing cooperative will help provide such a solution. By conducting “business as usual”, while competing against the giants, some independents will succeed but many will fail.


Read What Vendors Are Saying About NEMEON

Cooperative Partnerships...Bringing people together is what cooperatives do best. Following the same principles that guide our membership growth strategy, NEMEON’s vendor development policy is targeted toward a select group of suppliers. These vendors need to extend quality products, fair pricing, superior service and a first rate reputation in the industry. In return, NEMEON provides high quality and structured networking opportunities for both members and vendors to discuss issues, solve problems, and exchange new ideas. These types of occasions allow the preferred vendor to reach new customers not previously accessible in the past. This is a cornerstone of our win/win business philosophy. True partnerships exist when both parties benefit from the existence of one another. In addition, preferred vendors can:

• Expect a limited field of competitors
• Expect a lower effective cost of doing business
• Expect a true partner attitude from NEMEON and its members
• Expect reporting and feedback that will enhance the ability to perform
• Expect a relatively fast migration to electronic commerce
• Expect perpetual innovation in distribution practices
• Expect an enjoyable, mutually beneficial business relationship
• Expect complete confidentiality of terms of agreements
• Expect NEMEON to sustain the highest ethical standards

By joining their unique identities, each company that has entered into partnership with NEMEON has contributed greatly to the whole.