Concord Electric Supply Opens First Rhode Island Location

Concord Electric Supply (CES), opened its first location in Portsmouth, RI. As one of two electrical distributors in the area, the new branch helps fill a critical gap in the region’s supply chain by providing local inventory, on-demand delivery and personalized service.

“This is a big milestone for us,” said District Manager Anthony Bottino, in the press release. "As the second distributor in town, we're here to make an impact and help the community of Portsmouth. Contractors no longer need to plan ahead to get materials the next day. Now they have a partner who can deliver what they need — fast.”

The branch is led by Adam Martin, who brings nearly two decades of local industry experience to the new location. He began his career in the electrical supply industry at just 17 years old and steadily worked his way up. After professional challenges in 2020, he joined Concord Electric Supply and has continued serving many of the same loyal customers that he’s worked with for over 15 years. Now, at 32, he’s proud to manage his first branch — marking both a meaningful career milestone and a significant first for CES in the Rhode Island market.

Martin isn’t the only one with industry experience. With a background as an electrical apprentice, Bottino brings valuable field experience to the branches he opens, with the CES Portsmouth, RI, branch being the seventh in his district. That first-hand knowledge has shaped his approach to leadership and helped him build a team that truly understands what contractors need on the job. “I know what we can offer them and how we can make their lives easier. If we can do that, we can make their business more profitable,” said Bottino.