ACCO Brands Corporation is a global enterprise dedicated to the development, manufacturing, and distribution of a wide array of products catering to consumer, educational, technological, and office markets. The company operates through three principal geographical segments: ACCO Brands North America, ACCO Brands EMEA, and ACCO Brands International. Its comprehensive product offerings include computer and gaming accessories, various organizational tools such as calendars, planners, and dry erase boards, along with school notebooks and cleaning supplies. Furthermore, ACCO Brands provides filing and storage solutions like lever-arch binders, sheet protectors, and indexes; office machinery including laminating, binding, and shredding devices; writing instruments and art supplies; stapling and punching equipment; and even do-it-yourself tools. These diverse products are sold under a multitude of recognized brand names, notably AT-A-GLANCE, Derwent, Esselte, Five Star, GBC, Kensington, Leitz, Mead, PowerA, Quartet, Rexel, and Swingline. The corporation leverages a broad distribution network to reach its customers, utilizing channels such as mass merchandisers, online retailers, discount stores, grocery and variety chains, warehouse clubs, hardware and specialty stores, independent office product dealers, office superstores, wholesalers, contract stationers, and technology-focused businesses. ACCO Brands also facilitates direct sales to commercial and consumer end-users via its e-commerce platforms and internal sales force. The company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
