Headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL, Quill Corporation was founded in June, 1956, by Jack Miller, a pioneer in the office products industry. A business-to-business direct marketer of school and office products, furniture, and computer supplies, Quill maintains nine regional distribution centers located strategically throughout the U.S. to facilitate next-day order delivery. The company also maintains a call center and distribution facility in the United Kingdom. Quill was purchased by Staples, Inc., in May, 1998, and remains a wholly owned subsidiary.