One Vision, One Family,
100 Years!
Here’s to the next 100 years!
As we celebrate our centennial milestone in 2025, Wolberg Lighting Design & Electrical Supply is Looking Back & Giving Forward. To express our deepest gratitude to the communities that have supported us, we are donating $10,000 to ten local charities throughout the year. Each month from January to October, leading up to our 100-Year Celebration in October, we will present these donations.
Read about our $10,000 charitable donations below. Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to the next 100 years!
Left to right – Paul Trawinski, GM/COO, Jay Bindell, President/CEO, Andy Rosen, CFO
Looking Back, Giving Forward – it’s all part of celebrating
ONE VISION, ONE FAMILY, 100 YEARS!
To kick off our centennial celebration, Wolberg is honored to donate $10,000 to Building on Love, the first of ten local charities we’ll support in 2025.
Located in Cohoes, NY, Building on Love provides financial assistance to families navigating life-altering medical diagnoses, helping with essential bills like rent, utilities, and more. As a family-owned business, we take pride in supporting the extended families that make up our community.
1925
Founded by Samuel Wolberg at 68 Beaver St, Albany, NY
Samuel Wolberg established Wolberg Electrical Supply at 68 Beaver Street, Albany, NY, beginning a legacy of quality electrical products and exceptional customer service.
1927
Moved to 47 Hudson Ave.
To accommodate growing business needs, Wolberg Electrical Supply relocated to 47 Hudson Avenue, ensuring better accessibility and increased operational efficiency.
1939
Sons Harry and Louis Wolberg Joined the Company
Harry and Louis Wolberg, the sons of founder Samuel Wolberg, joined the company, bringing fresh energy and innovative ideas to drive future growth.
1962
Wolberg’s 100th Catalog
In 1962 Wolberg Lighting Design and Electrical Supply printed their 100th catalog, which showcased a wide range of lighting fixtures and electrical supplies.
1967
Moved to 35 Industrial Park Rd, Expanded to 55,000 sq feet
The company moved to a larger facility at 35 Industrial Park Road, expanding its operations to a substantial 55,000 square feet to better serve its contractor professionals.
1977
Milton Bindell Became the CEO
Milton Bindell took over as CEO, steering the company through a new era of growth and adapting to the evolving electrical supply market.
Left to right – Jay Bindell and Milt Bindell
1979
Added Schenectady NY Location in Rotterdam Industrial Park, 118 Erie Blvd
The expansion continued with a new location at 118 Erie Boulevard in Rotterdam Industrial Park, Schenectady, NY, broadening the company’s regional reach.
1989
Moved and Expanded Schenectady to 152 Erie Blvd
Wolberg Electrical Supply moved and expanded its Schenectady operations to 152 Erie Boulevard, enhancing its ability to serve the local community.
2002
Jay Bindell (Son of Milton) Took Over as CEO
Jay Bindell, the son of Milton Bindell, became CEO, bringing a modern perspective and innovative strategies to propel the company forward.
2009
Added Saratoga Location at 60 West Ave
The company continued its expansion by opening a new branch at 60 West Avenue in Saratoga, NY, increasing its service area and customer base.
2014
Added Kingston Location at 1221 Ulster Ave
A new location at 1221 Ulster Avenue in Kingston, NY, was added, further solidifying Wolberg Electrical Supply’s presence in the region.
2015
Celebrated Our 90th Year in Business
Marking a significant milestone, Wolberg Electrical Supply celebrated its 90th year of providing top-quality electrical products and unparalleled service to its customers.
2025
100th Year
Wolberg celebrates 100 years with three generations as a locally-owned independent lighting and electrical distributor in the New York Capital region. We are looking forward to the next 100 years!
