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Allow us to reintroduce ourselves:

TRInternational is now Catalynt.

We have a new name and a new look, but we’re still the same hardworking team dedicated to your success.

Vision, Focus & Success

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    We are committed, competitive, connected and candid.
    We are Catalynt.

    As one of the largest woman-owned suppliers of raw materials and ingredients in North America, Catalynt has solved sourcing problems and provided services to businesses around the globe for 30 years. We are a certified small business with SBA, WOSB, WBENC & NGLCC certifications.

    We serve a variety of industries — from paints and coatings, cleaning, and oil and gas, to food and beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals and more. We offer exclusive manufacturer relationships, specialty distribution expertise, custom solutions capabilities and extensive on-site lab services. See a full list of our services here.

    Diversity

    Catalynt is committed to a diverse and inclusive presence in the marketplace. We value the contributions of all to our global community.

    We are committed to equality and advancement of all people and participate in the following programs:

    WBENC-LogoWomen-Owned

    WBENC: Women-Owned Business Enterprise

    WBENC Certification gives women owned businesses the ability to compete for real-time business opportunities provided by WBENC Corporate Members and government agencies.

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    WOSB: Women-Owned Small Business

    The SBA helps women entrepreneurs launch new businesses and compete in the marketplace. Connect with the training and funding opportunities specifically for women.

    • Certified by: SBA Small Business Administration
    • Issued: February 26, 2020
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    NGLCC: National LGBT Chamber of Commerce

    The NGLCC is a U.S. not-for-profit advocacy group that aims to expand the economic opportunities and advancement of the LGBT business community.

    • Application review May 2020
    Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA)

    Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA)

    Established in 1981, GSBA is Washington State’s LGBTQ and allied chamber of commerce and is the largest of its kind in North America. We represent over 1,300 small business, corporate, and nonprofit members who share the values of promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.

    Equal Employment Opportunity:
    Catalynt is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally-protected status, including race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, political ideology and veteran status. Our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment.

    Global & Human Rights Guidelines
    Catalynt is committed to basic human rights and prohibits employing workers who are trafficked, imprisoned, bonded, or indentured either to the facility itself or a broker. We prohibit discrimination based on the grounds of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, religion, marital status or medical condition. We have policies that prohibit the practice of monetary penalties, verbal harassment, sexual, psychological, or physical abuse, or intimidation and bullying.

    Employees with Disabilities:
    We fully comply with our legal duty to provide reasonable accommodations to allow people with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.

      Our History

      2023

      2024

      TRI rebrands as Catalynt Solutions, Inc.

      2021

      2021

      • TRI 100% Women-Owned Business as of 2021

      2020

      2020

      • Meet the New TRINTERNATIONAL We've been busy making positive changes - our new logo represents TRI's look into the future of growth and opportunity
      • Making News Largest LGBTQ-Owned Companies List June 19, 2020 Largest Private Companies List May 15, 2020 Largest Women-Owned Businesses List April 03, 2020

      2019

      2019

      25 year Anniversary.

      2018

      2018

      Top 100 Chemical Distributors in North America, #70.

      2017

      2017

      Top 100 Chemical Distributors in North America, #83.

      2016

      2016

      CEO, Megan Gluth-Bohan names PSBJ 40 Under 40.

      2015

      2015

      PSBJ’s Largest Private Companies – Washington State.

      2014

      2014

      20 year Anniversary.

      2013

      2013

      PSBJ’s Largest Private Companies – Washington State.

      2012

      2012

      Transitioned from Founder to professional management

      2010

      2010

      • Establishment of TRI’s India and Middle East office.
      • PSBJ’s Top 100 Fastest Growing WA Private Businesses.

      2009

      2009

      • PSBJ’s Top 100 Fastest Growing WA Private Businesses.
      • 15 year Anniversary

      2006

      2006

      Established Catalynt China Sourcing office.

      2005

      2005

      PSBJ’s Top 100 Fastest Growing WA Private Businesses.

      2002

      2002

      First year of formal technology implementation ERP and CRM.

      2004

      2004

      • Sister company established in IL - ChemBlend of America, LLC
      • 10 year Anniversary

      1999

      1999

      First year on Purchasing (now ICIS) Top 100 Chemical Distributors

      1997

      1997

      Company focus shifts from exports to imports.

      1994

      1994

      Incorporated August 15, 1994 by Anthony M. Ridnell, Washington State Corporation – Seattle, WA TRI was founded in 1994 in the garage of Ridnell’s house in the Seattle, WA neighborhood of Leschi with only two employees.

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      1 (800) 761-7717