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SKOKIE, IL – January 27, 2026 – Blue Ribbon Fastener, a full-service distributor of fasteners and other Class-C components, today announced Brighton-Best International (BBI) as their Supplier of the Year. BBI was selected for their outstanding service, quality and breadth of products, and dedication to partnership growth.
“Our Supplier of the Year award recognizes partners who consistently raise the bar and help us deliver exceptional value to our customers,” said Ignacy Paprocki, Director of Operations at Blue Ribbon Fastener. "BBI stood out for their comprehensive product catalog, consistent on-time delivery, and digital integration capabilities, which enable us to meet customer needs quickly and reliably. We value their partnership and look forward to building on our shared success.”
“Being recognized as Supplier of the Year is a meaningful affirmation of what we believe defines a true partnership; shared accountability, mutual trust and a long-term commitment to our customer’s success,” said George Hunt III, Vice President of Industrial Sales at Brighton-Best International. “We are proud of what we have achieved together and remain even more focused on what we will continue to build. We are deeply honored to receive this award and extend our sincere appreciation to Blue Ribbon Fastener for the trust and collaboration that made this achievement possible.”
Brighton-Best International is the largest supplier of wholesale fasteners in North America servicing distribution since 1925. With 20 US locations and 31 locations globally, Brighton Best is the value-driven, global leader in fastener distribution providing fasteners to all aspects of industry including construction, electrical, industrial, and OEM applications.
About Blue Ribbon Fastener
Blue Ribbon Fastener (BRF) supplies North American OEMs with high-quality fasteners and industrial hardware. Founded in 1985, BRF offers decades of experience and diverse network of both domestic and international suppliers. OEMs that need same-day sourcing and order processing, readily available inventory, quality assurance, and on-time delivery count on BRF to keep their production lines running smoothly.
For more information, visit www.blueribbonfastener.com.
“Our Supplier of the Year award recognizes partners who consistently raise the bar and help us deliver exceptional value to our customers,” said Ignacy Paprocki, Director of Operations at Blue Ribbon Fastener. "BBI stood out for their comprehensive product catalog, consistent on-time delivery, and digital integration capabilities, which enable us to meet customer needs quickly and reliably. We value their partnership and look forward to building on our shared success.”
“Being recognized as Supplier of the Year is a meaningful affirmation of what we believe defines a true partnership; shared accountability, mutual trust and a long-term commitment to our customer’s success,” said George Hunt III, Vice President of Industrial Sales at Brighton-Best International. “We are proud of what we have achieved together and remain even more focused on what we will continue to build. We are deeply honored to receive this award and extend our sincere appreciation to Blue Ribbon Fastener for the trust and collaboration that made this achievement possible.”
Brighton-Best International is the largest supplier of wholesale fasteners in North America servicing distribution since 1925. With 20 US locations and 31 locations globally, Brighton Best is the value-driven, global leader in fastener distribution providing fasteners to all aspects of industry including construction, electrical, industrial, and OEM applications.
About Blue Ribbon Fastener
Blue Ribbon Fastener (BRF) supplies North American OEMs with high-quality fasteners and industrial hardware. Founded in 1985, BRF offers decades of experience and diverse network of both domestic and international suppliers. OEMs that need same-day sourcing and order processing, readily available inventory, quality assurance, and on-time delivery count on BRF to keep their production lines running smoothly.
For more information, visit www.blueribbonfastener.com.