ISSAQUAH, Wash.—SanMar has been named a 2026 U.S. Best Managed Company and earned Gold Honoree status, recognizing the company’s sustained leadership and operational performance among America’s top private businesses.
The annual recognition program, sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, honors private U.S. companies demonstrating excellence in strategic planning, execution, employee engagement, governance, and financial performance. Gold Honoree distinction is reserved for companies recognized for four to six consecutive years.
SanMar Earns Recognition for Long-Term Growth and Leadership
SanMar CEO Jeremy Lott credited the company’s employees for the achievement.
“We are honored to receive this recognition once again and accept this award on behalf of all our SanMar employees who show up every day, give their best, and never lose sight of who we do this for: our customers, our communities, and each other.”
This year’s honorees were recognized for making bold investments in digital transformation, including artificial intelligence capabilities, while maintaining resilience and sustainable growth in a volatile business environment.
Wholesale Apparel Industry Leader Continues National Expansion
For decorators, promotional products distributors, and apparel businesses, SanMar remains one of the industry’s most influential suppliers.
The family-owned company, headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, is the largest supplier of wholesale imprintable apparel and accessories in the United States, operating nine distribution centers nationwide and offering products from more than 30 apparel brands.
Recognition Reflects Operational Excellence in Decorated Apparel Supply Chain
Awards like this highlight the growing importance of operational consistency, supply chain resilience, and digital investment in the decorated apparel space, where distributors increasingly play a strategic role in helping decorators meet shifting customer expectations.
