Smith’s New Headquarters- Grand Opening!

Smith’s is excited to announce the opening of the 35,000 square foot warehouse and distribution center.  Founded over 124 years ago and located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the new worldwide headquarters is home to the United States and International sales team, in-house marketing and product development personnel, and customer service.

On July 9, 2010, Smith’s employees gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony by the Chamber of Commerce with a BBQ lunch held after the ceremony.

Richard Smith, President of Smith’s, stated that Smith’s is “committed to providing innovative new products to consumers at a great value.  This new facility helps us stream line our process under one roof.  We are excited by the companies continued success and look forward to the future opportunities this new location will help us develop.”

Smith’s, a world leader for sharpening tools since 1886, will utilize the new facility to enhance the operation, design and manufacturing of knife and scissor sharpeners as well as advance the mass, sporting goods and housewares market.

Dan Glidden, CEO of Smith’s, confirms that “the completion of our new building is a big step in our company’s progress and it is definitely something to be celebrated!”