Bubblefast, LLC

Founded: Bubblefast, LLC was founded in August, 1999, by Robin and Alan Mann. The company was founded as a home business, and soon moved into their own warehouse in Gurnee, Illinois, about 45 northwest of Chicago.

Business: Bubblefast distributes bubble wrap and bubble mailers nationally and internationally, at a 50-70% discount from office supply stores. Bubblefast is known in the home office/small office community for its speedy, same day shipping for any order received before 4:00pm Central time. All orders are shipped via USPS priority mail. All Bubblefast products for sale are listed on their web site at http://www.bubblefast.com

Facts: Bubblefast annualized volume for the year ending 12/31/2000 is $500,000. It ships approximately 500 items per week.

Products: Bubble cushioning (wrap) in all sizes, both standard and anti-static, self-seal bubble mailers in all sizes, and foam rolls in 1/8 and 1/6" thickness. In the future, Bubblefast will be adding bubble bags and other shipping supplies.