For decades, large, big-box stores have dominated the office products industry with a promise of the ‘best’ prices. Prior to the entry of these national players, the industry was made up of thousands of independent dealers serving local or, perhaps regional markets. These local businesses were typically an integral part of the communities they operated in.

Our founders, Chuck Inwood and Carla Tudor, came from that tradition of locally owned, locally focused dealers. They believed a small, technically savvy business that offered great prices along with an unparalleled level of personalized service couldn’t help but win. After several discussions between the two, Nickerson Business Supplies was born in 1998. Our name is a tribute to Chuck’s grandfather, Joshua Nickerson Inwood. JN, as he was known, founded his own office products company in 1925.

After Carla left the company in 2002, Chuck continued the business working with his wife and partner, Jean. Today, we are one of the leading independent dealers in the state of Ohio.

Our success is due, in large part, to the quality and commitment of the men and women who make up the Nickerson Team. We’ve been fortunate to meet or know some of the best people in the business and persuade them to join us.

Over the years, Nickerson has also continued to invest in the latest technologies. Updating website ordering platforms, utilizing mobile phones to capture signatures upon delivery and continuing to train staff. Focusing efforts on bettering the overall customer experience and reducing costs.