Who were contractors going to call for the Suburban Wholesale Open House? Ghostbusters star Ernie Hudson! His special invitation helped turn this contractor-focused event into a memorable Quad Cities celebration.
A Memorable Moment From the Suburban Archives
Ernie Hudson, Star of “Ghostbusters,” Invited Fans to the Suburban Wholesale Open House
When it was time to invite Quad Cities contractors to the Suburban Wholesale & Supply Open House, we received a little help from someone who knows exactly who to call.
Who Were We Going to Call?
Ernie Hudson, known around the world for playing Winston Zeddemore in the Ghostbusters franchise, recorded a special invitation encouraging people to attend the Suburban Wholesale & Supply Open House.
It was a fun and unexpected way to promote an event created for local contractors, building professionals and friends of Suburban. His unmistakable connection to one of the most popular movie franchises of all time gave the invitation a personality people remembered.
After all, when contractors need windows, siding, doors, gutters or dependable product support, who are they going to call?
“Quad Cities contractors—come check out the Suburban Wholesale & Supply Open House!”
Ernie Hudson’s invitation added some Hollywood fun to a day centered on local contractors, trusted vendors and the Quad Cities building community.
An Open House Built for Contractors
The celebrity invitation may have captured everyone’s attention, but the real purpose of the Open House was to help contractors strengthen their businesses.
The event brought together manufacturers, product specialists, customers and local personalities in a relaxed setting. Contractors could learn about products, ask direct questions and build relationships with the people behind the materials they use.
What Contractors Found at the Open House
- Leading industry vendors ready to discuss products, features, warranties and installation requirements.
- Product demonstrations that helped contractors see, touch and better understand the materials they could offer homeowners.
- Sales and technical support from people who understood the products and the realities of running a home improvement company.
- A great meal shared with customers, vendors and friends from across the Quad Cities.
- Plenty of conversation and fun in the friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere people associate with Suburban Wholesale & Supply.
Bringing a Little Hollywood to the Quad Cities
Most contractor events do not receive an invitation from a member of the Ghostbusters team. That is what made Ernie Hudson’s message such a memorable part of the celebration.
His invitation gave contractors and movie fans something to talk about, but it also reinforced an important idea: business events do not have to be stiff or predictable. People remember experiences that combine useful information with genuine personality.
Serious About Business—But Never Afraid to Have Fun
Suburban Wholesale & Supply takes contractor success seriously. That means offering dependable products, knowledgeable support, training opportunities and access to experienced manufacturer representatives.
It does not mean we have to take ourselves too seriously. The Ernie Hudson invitation captured that balance perfectly: a recognizable celebrity, a classic movie connection and a useful event created for hardworking local contractors.
A Great Memory—and More Open Houses to Come
Ernie Hudson’s special invitation helped make this Suburban Wholesale Open House one to remember. We appreciate everyone who attended, shared a meal, met with our vendors and helped create such an enjoyable day.
Watch for future events, training seminars and Open House announcements. We cannot promise the Ghostbusters will answer every time—but we can promise useful products, good people and a team that wants to help your business grow.
Contractor Notes
We‘re here to help.
Suburban Wholesale & Supply works with contractors, remodelers, builders, and property professionals across Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, Rock Island, and the wider Quad Cities. If Ernie Hudson Invited Fans to Suburban Wholesale Open House affects a project you are pricing, our team can help compare product lines, confirm available options, and prepare a quote that fits the opening, exterior, or jobsite requirements.
Our counter and showroom teams support window, patio door, entry door, storm door, siding, trim coil, gutter protection, and accessory orders every week. We can talk through manufacturer differences, color and finish selections, installation details, lead times, and documentation so you can give your customer clear answers before the work begins.
For current availability, contractor pricing, product literature, or help matching this topic to a real project, contact Suburban Wholesale & Supply or send the details through our quote form. We will help you move from product research to an accurate material order with fewer surprises.
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