Paper Source is an American stationery and gift retailer based in Chicago, Illinois, that offers papers, custom invitations and announcements, gifts, greeting cards, gift wrap, paper craft kits, party supplies, and personalized stationery and stamps.[2]
Paper Source was founded by Susan Lindstrom in 1983 after a trip to Japan exposed her to refined stationery.[3] The first Paper Source store opened in Chicago's River North neighborhood to showcase handcrafted papers from around the world.[2] Lindstrom retired as Chief Creative Officer in 2009.
2007 Sale to Brentwood Associates
In 2007, Brentwood Associates purchased a majority stake in the company and Sally Pofcher was named CEO. Under Pofcher's leadership, the retailer grew from 20 stores to 100.
2013 Sale to Investcorp
In 2013, Paper Source was sold to