Distribution America, located in Des Plaines, Ill., is one of the largest networks of independent hardware, hardlines and paint sundries wholesale distributors in the United States. DAC serves more than 20,000 retail customers in all 50 states and exports to 20 countries throughout the world. Its combined buying power of over $2 billion in purchases enables its members/retailers to compete profitably in their markets. Distribution America partners with distributors to offer marketing services for four distinct distributor groups: Retail Right Alliance Group, Category Profit Marketing Group, Licensee Group and D/A Paint Sundry Group. The distributors supply a range of retail outlets from individually-owned and chain hardware stores to home centers and lumber retailers.