Arley Wholesale, a leading tile and flooring distributor serving the East Coast, announced that Scott Levy has acquired 100% ownership of the company, completing a buyout of shares previously held by the Gevanthor family and other Levy family members.

The ownership consolidation, effective immediately, represents a strategic shift designed to position the 89-year-old, Scranton Pa.-based company for its next phase of growth. The decision was made collaboratively by all partners, who agreed that unified leadership would better enable Arley to navigate evolving market challenges and capitalize on new opportunities, the company said in a statement. 

"This transition is not an ending, but a renewal," said Levy, who serves as company president. "With aligned direction and clear ownership, we're now positioned to operate with greater speed, sharper focus, and the bold thinking needed to take Arley to the next level — while preserving the core values of a family-run business."

Bruce Gevanthor will remain actively involved as an executive team member and board member, continuing to provide strategic guidance and industry expertise. Robert Gevanthor will step back from daily operations to focus on personal and family pursuits.

Founded in 1935, Arley Wholesale has built its reputation on what the company calls its three pillars: "Service, Selection and Stability." The distributor specializes in tile, stone, waterproof flooring, and installation materials, serving contractors and retailers throughout the East Coast.

The company operates as the exclusive distributor of Qualis Ceramica, its premium private-label brand offering tile, luxury vinyl plank, and vinyl wall solutions. In recent years, Arley has expanded into sustainable flooring options, including Performance Natural Plank, a plastic- and PVC-free surface that reflects the company's commitment to environmental responsibility.

"Arley Wholesale remains committed to delivering exceptional service, innovative solutions, and long-term partnerships — always putting the needs of its clients first," Levy stated. The company emphasized it will maintain its family-business approach while leveraging professional management structures suited for today's complex construction materials market.

The ownership transition comes as the construction and flooring industries face supply chain challenges, evolving sustainability requirements, and changing consumer preferences. Arley's leadership believes the streamlined ownership structure will enable faster decision-making and more agile responses to market conditions.