September 2021

Sullivans Acquires Woodstock Chimes

We are very pleased to announce that Sullivans has acquired Woodstock Chimes, a market leader in wind chimes and outdoor décor. We have been seeking the right partner to expand our product line and offer you more options for outdoor and garden décor, and Woodstock Chimes is the ideal fit. By merging, we will pull from a larger team of resources who are dedicated to serving the needs of our customers.

Effective immediately, we have joined forces with Woodstock Chimes and have begun to work on integrating the best of both businesses. There are many details still to be determined, but we can provide the following guides to help through the transition. You can also find answers to common customer questions below.

  • For now, it’s business as usual.
  • Your day-to-day Sullivans interactions will remain unchanged, including your Sullivans sales rep and our customer service team at  1-800-456-4568.
  • If you are already a Woodstock Chimes customer, please continue to reach out to your Woodstock sales rep and customer service team on anything related to their products.
  • Woodstock Chimes will continue to be distributed from their headquarters in New York’s picturesque Hudson Valley.
  • Should any of your contacts change in the future, we will communicate to you well in advance and ensure a smooth transition

We are happy to answer any questions you might have. Our commitment to you is that we will provide best-in-class support through the integration process and into the future.

If you are already a Woodstock Chimes customer, then you are familiar with the quality of the product and the demand they generate. If you aren’t, we have good news! We’ve pre-registered you on the Woodstock Chimes website. Keep an eye on your email, as you should receive an invitation to complete your registration before Sept 10th. The invite will be sent to the email you have on file with Sullivans. You may also register here:  https://woodstockchimes.com/pages/account-request. If you aren't a current Sullivans customer, you can take two easy steps for instant access to our website. Instructions are below.

Watch the video below to enjoy the sounds of Woodstock Chimes wind chimes - the best, musically tuned chimes in the market. Click here to download an overview of the product lines offered by both Woodstock Chimes and Sullivans.

We want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for putting your trust in us over the last 53 years. We appreciate your continued support and partnership. We look forward to achieving success together in the future. 

To read the full press release from Sullivans and Woodstock Chimes please click here.

Tom Russo

 

 


Tom Russo
Chief Executive Officer
SULLIVANS

Woodstock Chimes + Sullivans

Who is Woodstock Chimes?


Garry Kvistad, the founder of Woodstock Chimes, takes us behind the scenes at company headquarters in beautiful upstate New York. Listen to the origins of the company and hear their beautiful sounds!

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You can immediately enhance your current assortment by adding Sullivans and Woodstock Chimes products.

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Find all in-stock Sullivans products available for immediate shipment here.

Browse hundreds of in-stock Woodstock Chimes available. Click here to browse the assortment updated daily (Don't forget to register on WoodstockChimes.com to shop wholesale).

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Activate Your Account


If you were a Woodstock customer, we have pre-registered you on the Sullivans’ website. For easy access head to the activate-account page, enter the email address you use to access the Woodstock Chimes website, and click “Activate”.

If you were a Sullivans customer, we’ve pre-registered you on the Woodstock Chimes website. The invite would have been sent to the email you have on file with Sullivans. If you didn’t receive the invitation, you may register here.

What you need to know

Common Customer Questions


There are many details still to be determined, but we can provide the following guidance to help through the transition:

The World’s Favorite Windchime ™

Woodstock Chimes are the original musically tuned wind chimes, created in 1979 by GRAMMY© Award-winning musician, Garry Kvistad. Their mission is to create pitch-perfect, affordable, high-quality products that enhance well-being through beautiful sights and sounds.  All Woodstock Chimes products -chimes, bells, gongs, musical instruments, and outdoor decor are designed in Shokan, NY, in the heart of the Hudson River Valley.

 

Consumer Website: Chimes.com

Wholesale Website: WoodstockChimes.com

Sullivans is a leader in the home décor and gift industry, offering quality, versatile home décor for every style, season, and occasion. They aim to create emotional connections with customers around the world through inspiring product design, award-winning customer service, and focused consumer trend marketing and research.

In addition to its Sullivans brand, Sullivans, Inc. also operates and distributes The Darren Gygi Home Collection, Vance Kitira Candles, and Candle Impressions and Mirage Flameless LED Candles. Combined they bring nearly 150 years of industry product and design experience and the ability to adapt to consumers' regularly changing needs.

 

Sullivan, Inc Companies:

Wholesale Website: SullivanGift.com

Consumer Website: SullivanHomeDecor.com

 

Darren Gygi Home Collection- Customizable home décor artwork painted in Utah, by Darren Gygi and Made-in-America.

 

Vance Kitira Candles- Unique, colorful, eco-friendly, clean-burning, and hand-poured candles that add the perfect touch of luxury to every home.

 

Candle Impression and Mirage Flameless LED Candles- A market leader in flameless candles! Enjoy an assortment of impeccable wax pillars and LED flame technology that surpasses the competition. 

For now, please continue to work with your Woodstock Chimes Sales Rep (OneCoast) for Woodstock Chimes orders and your Sullivans Rep for all Sullivans orders. Sales leadership from both companies will begin developing plans to leverage cross-selling opportunities across the companies.

  • If you were a Woodstock customer, we have pre-registered on the Sullivans’ website. For easy access head to the activate-account page, enter the email address you use to access the Woodstock Chimes website, and click “Activate”.

 

  • If you were a Sullivans customer, we’ve pre-registered you on the Woodstock Chimes website. Keep an eye on your email, as you should receive an invitation to complete your registration before Sept 10th. The invite will be sent to the email you have on file with Sullivans. If you don’t receive the invitation by Sept 10th, please contact the Woodstock Chimes Customer Service Team.

No, each company will continue to fulfill their respective orders and diligently work to ship open orders.

Garry and his wife, Diane, have sold their company and are no longer involved in the operations of Woodstock Chimes. However, Garry’s name and likeness will continue to be associated with the company and brand he founded and nurtured for over 42 years.

There are no pricing changes planned as a result of this transaction; however, both companies will continue to assess the ongoing supply chain disruption and provide notice should anything need to be adjusted.

There is no immediate plan to adjust freight rates from either company at this time. We will continue to evaluate both Woodstock Chimes and Sullivans programs to ensure customers have the best experience and customer service.

There are no immediate plans to adjust the Sullivans or Woodstock Chimes terms at this time. We will continue to evaluate both Woodstock Chimes and Sullivans programs to ensure customers have the best experience and customer service.

Yes, you will need apply for an account (and terms) with each company

Continue to communicate with Sullivans on your Sullivans, and Woodstock Chimes on your Woodstock Chimes invoices.

This acqusition is all about growth for both companies! Right now, there are no immediate plans to adjust customer programs. We will continue to evaluate both Woodstock Chimes and Sullivans programs to ensure customers have the best experience and customer service.

There are no staffing changes expected at this time. Customers can continue to order through their traditional methods (via website, customer service, sales rep, showrooms, etc.)


About Sullivans


Here at Sullivans we incorporate timeless designs into on-trend home decor for every style, season, and occasion. We seek inspiration from around the globe to bring you beautiful, quality, and unique products. In our 50+ year history, we've developed award-winning customer service and the ability to adapt to our retailers' regularly changing needs.

Our vast assortment of quality products ensures that we have something that fits every retailer—and every home. We look forward to helping you curate YOUR perfect collection of Sullivans products.

Our passionate team of highly dedicated employees and independent sales representatives sincerely thanks you for your patronage and looks forward to serving your needs for years to come.

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