JOH Celebrates 70 Years of Partnership, Growth, and Industry Leadership
February 16, 2026 | 2 min to read
BILLERICA, Mass. — JOH proudly celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of partnership, growth, and service to clients and customers across the food industry.
Founded in Boston in 1956 as a small food brokerage, JOH has grown into one of the country’s most trusted independent sales and marketing partners. Today, JOH supports clients and customers throughout the Northeast, North Central, and Mid-Atlantic regions, backed by over 600 teammates who are passionate about delivering results.
As a proud owner and member of OSMG America, JOH and its partners provide national coverage across Food, Drug, Mass, and Club channels while continuing to deliver the local expertise and hands-on partnership that have shaped JOH’s success over the decades.
While JOH has continued to grow, one thing remains unchanged: people come first. The relationships built with clients, customers, and teammates continue to define JOH, with many partnerships spanning decades.
“As we celebrate this milestone, we are proud of where we’ve been, grateful to everyone who has been part of our journey, and excited for what lies ahead,” said Matt O’Hare, President & CEO. “Our success has always been built on trust, teamwork, and helping great brands grow. Congratulations to the entire JOH family, and thank you to the clients and customers who continue to grow with us. After 70 years together, we’re just getting started!”
About JOH
Founded in 1956 by Harry O’Hare, Sr., JOH is celebrating 70 years as one of the country’s strongest and most respected sales and marketing agencies. Today, the company operates 17 strategically located offices and employs more than 600 associates, representing more than 400 clients across key retail categories. As a proud owner and member of OSMG America, JOH and its partners provide unmatched coverage across all Food, Drug, Mass, and Club channels, supported by powerful national reach and deep local market expertise.
For more information, please visit JOH.com.