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Office Depot is commemorating 40 years of business across the nation. In Austin, the brand celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community event in late October.
The history
The office supply company was founded in Boca Raton, Florida in 1986 by F. Patrick Sher, Jack Kopkin and Stephen Dougherty. The co-founders opened Office Depot’s first location in Fort Lauderdale in October before expanding to three locations by the end of the year, according to its website.
What they offer
Office Depot offers a selection of school, office and art supplies, as well as computers, electronics and furniture. The business also has a range of printing services, including custom projects like invitations and wrapping paper to resumes, yard signs and business cards.
Other services include packing and shipping, furniture assembly and more.
The celebration
Office Depot is celebrating its 40th anniversary with free customer appreciation events at individual stores, the brand shared on Instagram. Events are slated to feature treats, networking, deals on Office Depot products and gratitude for local customers.
Staying local
In Austin, the local Office Depot team celebrated the company’s milestone anniversary with a ribbon cutting with the Austin Chamber on Oct. 30. Along with a ribbon cutting, the event also featured a coffee cart and free food from Crepe Crazy.
907 West 5th St., Ste. 101, Austin
