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A W.S. CONNELLY NEWSLETTER THE BLADE
Patrick W. Connelly Chairman of the Board patrick@wsconnelly.com Kevin M. Connelly President kevin@wsconnelly.com
FAMILY OF COMPANIES
Louis Bacigalupo Chief Executive Officer louis.bacigalupo@wsconnelly.com
Brandon Funk Chief Operating Officer brandon@wsconnelly.com
David Snyder Executive Vice President-Branch Operations & Safety david@wsconnelly.com Mark Hedstrom Chief Financial Officer mhedstrom@wsconnelly.com
David Allelo Controller dallelo@wsconnelly.com
Kyle Bickling Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing kbickling@wsconnelly.com
Regina Aultman Human Resources Manager regina@wsconnelly.com Andrew Paquette Director of Technology Services ITsupport@wsconnelly.com
W.S. Connelly & Co., Inc. Headquarters 2501 Oak Lake Boulevard Midlothian, VA 23112 804-744-5445 www.wsconnelly.com
THE BLADE Welcome Lo u i s Bacigal up o We'd like to welcome Louis Bacigalupo to our team as the incoming CEO for W.S. Connelly. Louis has led several different organizations during his career in manufacturing and distribution industries, most recently at an electrical distribution company experiencing a similar journey to what W.S. Connelly is going through today - rapid growth and many new partnerships. Louis brings an employee-focused leadership style while striving for excellent customer service and driving solid business results. He is based out of the Midlothian location and travels to other locations, our partner facilities, suppliers and customers as he transitions to his new role. Patrick Connelly and Louis are working to transfer day-to-day responsibilities in the coming weeks. Louis enjoys outdoor activities and working on projects around the house. He lives near Chicago with his wife, two children, and an insane dog. Let’s welcome Louis to WSC!
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Ea r l y O r de r Sea s on Kick s Off Wi t h a Bang
The first week of September, our sales and leadership teams gathered in Greenville, SC, at the Embassy Suites Riverplace Downtown to officially kick off Early Order Season. More than 75 members of our sales team and executive leadership came together with over 20 of our valued supply partners, including Syngenta, NuFarm, Corteva, BASF, Envu, and PBI Gordon. The event opened with a rooftop reception overlooking the Reedy River and downtown Greenville, but once the meetings began, the focus was clear—setting the stage for another successful EOP season. Patrick and Kevin Connelly energized the crowd as we dug into two full days of strategy, training, and collaboration. The meetings wrapped with a celebratory dinner at Sassafras Southern Bistro, where great food and conversation capped off an inspiring week. With momentum building, everyone left Greenville excited and ready for what this EOP season holds. Check out a video of the event here: VIDEO
Louis Bacigalupo Chief Executive Officer W.S.Connelly louis@wsconnelly.com
F r om H u man Re s o ur ce s / Pa yr oll
Effective January 1, 2026, we will be transitioning to a new Payroll and HR system. To better support our future, we will be partnering with Dominion Payroll Services. W.S. Connelly will also be transitioning our 401(k) plan services from Nationwide Financial to Principal Financial Group. This change is being made to better serve your retirement planning needs and provide enhanced tools and support. We will be sharing more details, including training resources and key transition dates, in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth and seamless changeover.
Company Store Update
Since launching on June 1, our company store has been busy with orders—especially items featuring division logos. If you’re new, please take a moment to review the employee apparel policies and ordering instructions. Then come shop with us and show your team pride! If you’re new and want to know how to order some cool swag, please reach out to HR@wsconnelly.com or dani@wsconnelly.com
OPEN ENROLLMENT begins November 1. Please check your email for updates!
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Team, One of the greatest joys of being a part of W.S. Connelly is knowing that what we’re building together is more than a business. It's a family. Over the last year, our growth has been incredible, and with it comes the reminder that success is not just measured in numbers, but in the strength of our culture and the connections we share. As we move forward, I want us to return to some of the basics that have always defined us: spending time together, learning from one another, and celebrating what makes our team special. That’s why we’re continuing to invest in initiatives designed to bring us closer. In 2026, look for several initiatives, some new and some old. Our company podcast, which will give us a platform to share stories and ideas across the organization. I want us to focus on getting together more as a team, creating time for us to connect outside of work and deepen relationships. Internal education, such as cross- training, ensures we grow stronger by understanding each other’s roles and developing new skills. These aren’t just programs; they’re opportunities to reinforce the values that make W.S. Connelly unique. At the heart of everything we do is people: your hard work, your commitment, and your care for one another. I want to thank each of you for the passion you bring every day. It’s your effort that makes our growth possible, and it’s our unity that makes this company feel like family. Together, let’s keep building, learning, and leading...not just as a business, but as a family that supports one another. With gratitude, Kevin 📌 Citrix or Sage issues: Contact CBIZ at support@compudata.com for standard requests. Call 1-800-223-3282 for emergencies. 📌 Laptop, printer, or hardware issues: Email support@wsconnelly.com . 📌 New users (including Sage users), password changes, or Office 365 accounts: Email support@wsconnelly.com . 📌 Any other IT-related Questions: Email support@wsconnelly.com . W.S. Connelly is pleased to announce that we have expanded our partnership with CBIZ Technology (formerly Compudata) to provide comprehensive IT support and solutions for our desktops and workstations as well. Who to call or contact?
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Environmental Construction Solutions (ECS) is having a strong 2025, with growth coming from both legacy reps and branches as well as new WSC partners. Wherever dirt is being moved, ECS is there with the right materials. ECS remains well known for industry education, with monthly webinars drawing 50–100 attendees. This summer, ECS and CVS sponsored the International Erosion Control Association Mid-Atlantic Field Day in Maryland, where ECS Director Joe Belmonte presented on jobsite challenges, and CVS showcased new hydroseeding technology and a custom wildflower mix. The utility-scale solar boom continues nationwide, and ECS reps are supporting projects with specialty products and seed mixes from Florida to Kansas to New York. Starting in October, ECS will host a monthly WSC Construction Products Teams Meeting with industry updates and product training. Sessions will be recorded and stored in SharePoint for easy access by sales reps, branch managers, counter staff, and new hires.
We’re excited to share that W.S. Connelly now has a private employee-only Facebook page- W.S. Connelly Employee Page This space is designed for company news, updates, holiday closures, live videos, and details and important information like early enrollment or IT updates. It’s also a place to celebrate personal milestones—baby news, kids sports, weddings, new homes, new employees, promotions, or whatever you’d like to share. You’ll also find more laid-back and fun posts so we can keep the lines of communication open beyond email, the newsletter, or our soon-to-come company intranet. Simply look for our page and ask to join. You will need to have a personal Facebook page to join us.
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Walker Supply Hits a Home Run at the Little League World Series
Pollina t o r Habi t a t - Land s ca p e S upp l y Gi v ing Back t o Local School
At Landscape Supply, we believe in giving back to our community in ways that enrich both the land and the lives of those around us. This year, we were proud to partner with J.R. Tucker High School in Richmond to help build a pollinator habitat on campus — a space specially designed to encourage butterflies, bees, and other pollinating insects to thrive. What is a pollinator habitat ? A pollinator habitat is a garden or natural space planted with native flowers and plants that attract, feed, and shelter pollinating species. These habitats provide essential support for plants that need pollination — including many food crops — while also creating learning opportunities for students, improving local biodiversity, and helping to beautify the area. We were delighted to contribute materials and expertise, to get the habitat off the ground at J.R. Tucker. Watching students dig in, plant native blooms, and imagine the flutter of butterflies and buzz of bees among the blossoms was inspiring. By supporting this project, we hope to foster not just habitat, but also curiosity, stewardship, and a stronger connection between school and environment. Thank you to the J.R. Tucker community for inviting us to be part of something that will continue giving back for years to come. We look forward to seeing the habitat bloom — and flutter! Check out this YouTube video on the project. https://youtu.be/xHUCbyVcAxs?si=Fd0jtzrwuTWvFwOJ
We’re proud to share that Walker Supply was a sponsor of the 2025 Little League Baseball World Series, held this summer in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It’s always inspiring to see young athletes come together for this event — this year’s tournament featured 20 teams total (10 from the United States, 10 international) competing from August 13-24. Teams came from all over the U.S. — places like Illinois, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Nevada, Massachusetts, Washington, South Carolina, Texas, and Hawaii — and globally from countries including Taiwan (Chinese Taipei), Australia, Canada, Aruba, Czechia, Japan, Venezuela, Mexico, Panama, and Puerto Rico. We believe in the power of community, sportsmanship, and giving young people the opportunity to shine — and we’re honored to have supported this benchmark event. Chesapeake Valley Seed Intern Spotlight: Austin Smith This summer, Austin Smith spent his time with Chesapeake Valley Seed, and made us proud by earning his OSHA Forklift Certification.We’re excited to see Austin’s commitment to safety and growth, and we know his accomplishment sets a great example for our entire team. Pictured with CVS’s Jon Straughn.
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Local Talent Elliott Groenewold Shines at 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase Elliott Groenewold, 19, a Bellows Falls native and nephew of Walker Supply employee Keith Perl, represented the USA at the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase in Minneapolis. A fourth-round draft pick of the Boston Bruins, Groenewold joined fellow Bruins picks James Hagens and Will Moore among the 42-player squad, which included top athletes from Canada, Finland, and Sweden. Groenewold grew up playing hockey in New Hampshire, attended Bishop's College School in Quebec, and skated for the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders in the USHL. At Quinnipiac University, he played every game last season, recording four goals, eight assists, and a blocked shot in 35 of 38 contests — the longest streak in the country. We’re proud to celebrate Elliott’s accomplishments and the hard work that brought a hometown player — and Walker Supply family member — to the national stage! Read Full Article Here: ARTICLE
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