Who We Are

The United Group® (TUG) is a 100% Member-owned buying group with nationwide sales and marketing for independent B2B distributors in 5 distinct market segments. Through our affiliation with several other groups, we leverage the buying power of over 1600 companies to offer our members quality products, competitive prices, and rebate & rewards incentive programs from over 220 preferred suppliers.

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What Sets TUG Apart?

At TUG, we are not just another buying group – we're a collective built on principles that truly empower our members:

100% Member Owned

You're not just a member; you're an owner, with a vested interest in our shared success.

Equal Ownership, Equal Voice

Every member holds one equal share, ensuring your voice is heard and valued.

Unwavering Transparency

We believe in open communication, providing full visibility into our operations and agreements.

Cost-Effective Management

Our lean corporate structure maximizes the value and returns for our members.

The Annual Treks Reward Trip

Earn exclusive, unforgettable travel experiences through your valued partnerships and participation.

Powerful Networking

Connect directly with fellow members, preferred suppliers, and potential customers to forge valuable partnerships.

Distributor Testimonial

See why our distributors consider The United Group an indispensable partner. Explore their testimonials and learn about the trust, collaboration, and shared success that define our community.

Multiple Market Segments

TUG offers preferred supplier programs across several market segments to include: Food Service, Janitorial/Sanitary, Industrial Packaging, Safety and Services. The extensive product breadth, depth, and geographic coverage available through our preferred supplier partners, provides TUG members and our affiliates with a cost-competitive and service advantage in the markets that they serve.

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Advanced B2B Technology

TUG invests strongly in productivity enhancing business-to-business (b2b) processes and technology to make it easier and more cost effective for our members to obtain purchasing, billing, and rebate earnings data electronically from preferred suppliers and TUG headquarters. On demand cloud access to critical decision-making data will soon be available through the new TUG Portal providing a business dashboard, data report generation, and data analysis capabilities.