J.B. MARTIN INC.
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA

J.B. MARTIN INC., based in Leesville, South Carolina, is the world's oldest continuous manufacturer of woven velvets, with its history dating back to 1832 when Jean Baptiste Martin founded the company. The pioneering inventor of the double shuttle loom revolutionized velvet production by increasing efficiency fivefold compared to existing technologies at the time. For over 180 years, JB Martin has maintained a commitment to excellence in crafting high-quality woven velvets recognized as industry standards globally. Located on expansive 300 acres, the company's Mill comprises a 220,000 square foot vertical integrated facility equipped to produce unique three-dimensional solutions for diverse applications. The company was originally established in Lyon, France, and made key expansions including moving to Norwich, Connecticut in 1894, and subsequently establishing its primary production site in Leesville, South Carolina in 1954. J.B. MARTIN INC. is a family-owned enterprise that has celebrated over six generations of operation under the leadership of figures such as the current President, James B Martin. The company's reputation for innovation was cemented when its products earned awards like the gold medal at the 1876 World's Fair Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. Strategically positioned near the port of Charleston, South Carolina enhances JB Martin's capability to effectively and thoughtfully distribute their products worldwide. With a registration as a Foreign Profit Corporation (DOMP) in Florida, the company filed as P16000035298 on April 19, 2016, and remains operational with details last updated through its annual report, dated April 25, 2024.