The Link Companies is 40! 🎉

What started in 1985 as a small, regional rep group called The Southern Link has grown into something much bigger than we could’ve imagined. Today, we’re proud to have eight unique agencies, 106 incredible salespeople, and a presence across 32 states. We also call over 48,000 square feet of showroom space at AmericasMart in Atlanta our home, plus strong roots in regional markets around the country.

Our growth has always been fueled by the relationships we’ve built—with independent retailers, vendor partners, and each other. As an employee-owned company, that connection means even more. Every sales rep and team member you work with is invested in your success because we’re in this together.

This summer, we celebrated our 40th anniversary well during July’s Atlanta Market—gathering with our team, retailers, and vendor partners to honor where we’ve been and where we’re going. From showroom moments to team memories, it was an unforgettable way to reflect on the journey and the people who’ve made it possible.

As our CFO, Fred Rosenkampff Jr., puts it:

“It’s incredible to reflect on the journey over the past 40 years. We owe our success to our dedicated team, loyal retailers, and amazing partnerships that have grown with us over the decades.”

We also received kind words from longtime industry partner Terence Morris, Sr. VP of Leasing at AndMore:

“This anniversary is not just a milestone of The Link’s achievements, but a celebration of their journey. It’s been wonderful to work with Fred and Brad through the years. We’ve navigated challenges, embraced opportunities, and forged a lasting partnership. The Link Companies is an integral part of AndMore, and I look forward to seeing the next 40 years of growth, success, and meaningful connections.”

To help mark the milestone, we put together a very special edition of our annual Link Magazine. The 40th Anniversary issue is part scrapbook, part time capsule, part trend forecast—looking back on how far we’ve come while also looking ahead at what’s next. You can find it in print and online at thelinkcompanies.com/linkmag

Thank you for your continued trust and support of our employee-owned business.

We invite retailers, vendors, and industry partners to continue celebrating throughout 2025! Here’s to 40 years of partnership—and the decades still to come.