Headquartered in Bellingham, Wash., CB was founded in 1982 by Brent and Cherie Walker and is currently run by their daughter, Regan Walker-Sayres. The company also operates a second location in Burlington, Wash. Walker-Sayres will continue to lead their dedicated employee base under the CB banner, ensuring continuity and consistency for customers and supplier partners.

Headquartered in Shreveport, La., RSI was founded in 1985 by Jean and Jerry Sayres and is currently run by their son and Walker-Sayres' father-in-law, Skip Sayres. The company operates four other locations in Louisiana (Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Hammond, New Orleans) and one branch in Dallas. RSI’s senior management team, Skip Sayres and Ed Adams, will continue to lead their dedicated employee base under the RSI banner while providing exceptional service to the company’s loyal customers.

"We have known Skip, Regan, and the rest of the extended Sayres family for many years and are thrilled they have decided to join forces with SRS," said Tinker. "Over the past 25-plus years, both businesses have built strong reputations in their respective markets and have become two of the most respected companies in the industry.

"By combining the resources of SRS with the local relationships and knowledge of CB and RSI, we will further enhance our ability to service customers, support our supplier partners, and provide growth opportunities for our employees."