American Direct Employee Directory
Wholesale Building MaterialsKansas, United States51-200 Employees
American Direct is a mid-sized national distributor based in Overland Park, Kansas, focusing on doors, frames, and related hardware, with an expanding portfolio that includes access control software and systems integration. Over the past three decades, the company has evolved from a doors-and-hardware supplier to owning an electronic access software platform and operating as a national commercial integrator. It uniquely offers the full range of Division 8 and Division 28 services in a single package, enabling a holistic approach to security that extends beyond the door itself. The organization maintains a national footprint with engineering and sales offices, fulfillment centers, and software development resources to support end-to-end service across its markets. Its customer base comprises commercial facilities and contractors seeking integrated solutions that combine hardware, access control, and related analytics and services to protect occupants and property. In 2023, Lance Simpson was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, reflecting leadership changes within the company.