Grand + Benedicts

Early on, the company supplied store décor items such as palm trees, disco balls and other display pieces alongside essential store hardware. Over time, Grand + Benedicts expanded into a comprehensive source for retail store fixtures and supplies, combining stocked fixtures with custom-designed fixture programs.

Throughout its history, Grand + Benedicts emphasizes a people-centered culture: it describes all clients as VIPs and aims to give the same attention to detail to every store, whether it is a national chain or a single independent shop. Many employees stay with the company long term, reflecting that focus on relationships and continuity.

The site does not publish weekend or holiday hours for any of the three locations. Customers asking about a specific area served, directions, or a showroom visit should contact the location nearest them using the phone numbers above; the site provides "view map" links for each address rather than an online booking or appointment system.

The company highlights a culture that values work/life balance. Its headquarters is in a modern, airy building on the Willamette River in Portland, with views of Mt. Hood. The setting supports getting outside during the day, such as kayaking at lunch or relaxing on the deck.

Grand + Benedicts emphasizes that it wants employees to succeed both professionally and personally. It notes that "strong in body = strong in mind" and describes amenities that support health and wellness, such as opportunities for bike rides in the nearby West Hills, yoga, a fitness area and a steam room.

Career opportunities

The company posts "Current Job Openings" on its Careers page for roles it is actively hiring. It also encourages people who feel aligned with the culture and who have relevant skills in areas related to retail fixtures, design, sales or operations to reach out even if a specific role is not listed.

Prospective candidates are directed to review open positions on the Grand + Benedicts website and to contact the company through the channels listed there to apply or express interest.

For installation inquiries, the site lists a named contact: Janine Beevers, reachable at 503.969.0058 or by email at Janineb@grand-benedicts.com. This is separate from the company's general showroom phone number, 503.232.1988.

The site does not publish installation pricing, project timelines, or scheduling details for custom or installation work; it directs customers to contact the company or its sales team directly to discuss a specific project and next steps.

Customers frequently mention:

• Fast or next-day shipping and prompt order fulfillment.
• Helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff in the showrooms and on the phone.
• Well-displayed showrooms and good merchandising ideas.
• Good product quality and fair pricing for the value received.
• Willingness to help find alternatives and keep projects within budget.

Selected testimonial excerpts

• "Great shop, great showroom. Well displayed. Fantastic service. Used to go to another store fixture shop and this one is so much better. Great products." – Elizabeth Klug, Portland

• "Great customer service, delivery was on time, the cash wrap is really sturdy and I believe it's pretty good quality for the price." – Blecks Discount Nutrition, Vancouver, WA

• "First, the fulfillment was super fast." A customer from Frederick, MD noted that staff proactively answered a question about order contents even though the part was already included, describing the service as above and beyond.

• "Love the products, love the service." – Philo Design, Seattle, WA

• "Very helpful in suggesting ideas for our trade show booth. Also was helpful in watching the budget." – John Adams, Portland

• "Amazing! Helpful, thoughtful and willing to do whatever it took! We'll be back!!" – Christine Gren, Seattle

The testimonials span different types of customers, including independent retailers, co-ops, churches, museums, design firms and corporate buyers, and consistently reflect positive experiences with Grand + Benedicts' fixtures, displays and customer service.

• 2026 – Bronze OMA Award: Grand + Benedicts received a Bronze award in the 2026 Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) Awards for the RealTruck Truck Bed Cover Display. The OMA Awards, presented by the Shop! Association, recognize creative and effective in-store displays.

• 2016 – Healthiest Employer recognition: The company placed No. 1 in the Portland Business Journal's Healthiest Employer contest in 2016, reflecting its focus on connecting employee health and happiness.

• 2019 – Sustainability at Work Silver Certificate: Grand + Benedicts earned a Silver Certificate from the City of Portland's Sustainability at Work program. The company notes initiatives such as recycling, energy efficiency, reusable kitchen towels, indoor bike parking and showers to support non-motorized commuting.

Leadership and team announcements

• 2026 – New Business Development Manager: In April 2026, Grand + Benedicts appointed Tiffany Menezes as Business Development Manager, bringing more than 18 years of sales experience to help drive growth and new partnerships.

• 2024 – New Purchasing Manager: In August 2024, the company hired Tara Rath as Purchasing Manager, drawing on over 18 years of buying experience in multi-door retail, footwear and outdoor businesses.

• 2023 – Creative Director hire: In January 2023, Grand + Benedicts announced Damon Johnstun as Creative Director to lead its industrial design team and create high-impact retail experiences.

• 2019 – Industrial Designer hire: In 2019, the company introduced Siobhan Mead as a new industrial designer on the G+B Creative Team.

Product and service announcements

• 2025 – Lozier gondola design tool: In February 2025, Grand + Benedicts launched an online configurator that allows retailers to design Lozier gondola shelving and receive instant quotes through the website.

• 2025 – Astoria modular fixture system launch: In January 2025, the company announced Astoria, a modular fixture system that combines Oregon's artisan heritage with modern industrial design, intended to transform retail fixtures with customizable, adaptable components.

• 2015 – New fixture system at Globalshop: In 2015, Grand + Benedicts unveiled a new fixture system at the Globalshop trade show, emphasizing interchangeable components and efficient use of steel to make sophisticated fixture systems more accessible to retailers.

Community and culture highlights

Press items from 2012–2013 describe Grand + Benedicts' focus on healthy, engaging workplaces, including moving its headquarters to a 30,000+ square foot riverfront building with a fitness center, locker rooms and outdoor decks, and hosting employee events such as internal "Olympics" to promote wellness and team spirit.

The FAQ also covers sales tax (charged on merchandise shipped to most states, with listed exceptions), freight-claim procedures for UPS, FedEx, and common carriers, and how to handle merchandise damaged in transit or start a return.

The site does not publish a general price list, current product pricing, or a standard quote-request form on this page; specific pricing appears on individual product listings, and custom-fixture or installation quotes are handled by contacting the company's sales team directly, as described on its Custom Fixtures and Installations pages.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.