Founders of Home Depot
Home Depot was founded by Bernard Marcus and Arthur Blank. They launched the company in 1978 in Atlanta, Georgia, with a focus on do-it-yourself home improvement.
Early Vision and Business Model
The founders created a large-format store that stocked a wide range of building materials and tools. Their goal was to help homeowners and contractors find everything they needed in one place.
Growth and Legacy
Under Marcus and Blank, Home Depot expanded rapidly across the United States and later internationally. The company is now one of the largest home improvement retailers in the world. Learn more about the company's history on the Home Depot About Us page.
