WellLink Group Purchasing Acquires Fairway GPO

Acquisition Expands National Reach and Value for Members

CLEVELAND, Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WellLink Group Purchasing, formerly known as CHAMPS GPO, announced today it has acquired Fairway GPO, a respected regional group purchasing organization based in New Jersey.

The acquisition marks a significant milestone in WellLink's growth strategy, broadening its national reach and bringing expanded resources, stronger supplier partnerships, and new opportunities for members to realize meaningful cost savings and operational efficiencies.

For current members and suppliers of both organizations, WellLink is creating a seamless transition process that supports continuity of service with the added benefit of expanded scale, reach, and expertise. The combined membership can look forward to additional benefits over time, including enhanced contract portfolios and opportunities for savings, while supplier partners have the potential for growth through the expanded membership base.

"Fairway and WellLink share the same mission: to help organizations thrive through smarter purchasing and trusted supplier partnerships," said Maria Summers, Vice President of WellLink Group Purchasing. "This acquisition is an exciting opportunity to build on that mission together. By combining Fairway's strong regional relationships with WellLink's national scale and resources, we can deliver even greater value, more robust contract opportunities, and a stronger future for the members and suppliers we serve."

Summers emphasized the opportunities ahead for both organizations, noting that the acquisition builds on shared values and a commitment to member success. Fairway leadership echoed that perspective, expressing enthusiasm for what this change means for members and suppliers alike.

"Becoming part of WellLink is an exciting new chapter for Fairway, our members, and our supplier partners," said Isaac Farbowitz, President of Fairway GPO. "WellLink's national scale and proven ability to deliver meaningful savings will amplify the work we have done regionally and open the door to even greater opportunities. Most importantly, our members and suppliers can be confident that they will continue to receive the same personal service and trusted relationships they have always valued, now with the added strength of the WellLink network."

The move also underscores WellLink's momentum following its recent rebrand from CHAMPS Group Purchasing to WellLink Group Purchasing. The new brand emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the organization's focus on linking members and suppliers to enhanced solutions.

"Acquiring Fairway strengthens WellLink's position as a national leader in group purchasing," said Brian Lane, President & CEO of WellLink. "This is about more than contracts and pricing. It is about building a network that empowers organizations to succeed, supports suppliers in reaching more members, and ultimately drives better outcomes for communities. We are thrilled to welcome Fairway's members and partners into the WellLink family and look forward to the positive impact this growth will create."

Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, now with more than 28,000 member locations nationwide and collective spending power of $1.5 billion, WellLink Group Purchasing is one of the nation's fastest-growing GPOs, saving its members more than $50 million annually. WellLink serves a diverse member base across healthcare, business, and nonprofit sectors. The acquisition of Fairway expands WellLink's footprint in the Northeast, deepening its existing national presence and reinforcing its mission to support organizations through collaboration, purchasing strength, and innovation.

About WellLink Group Purchasing
WellLink Group Purchasing is a division of WellLink, a leading organization affecting the medical, social and economic needs of the community. Leveraging the purchasing power of more than 28,000 member locations across the United States, WellLink GPO provides members with access to significant savings in product categories including medical/surgical supplies, foodservice, IT, wireless, office supplies and facility maintenance. Working with national partners Premier, Inc. and OMNIA Partners, WellLink Group Purchasing supports healthcare, private, and public sector member supply-chain initiatives with expertise in contract management, aggregation savings, supply chain technology, spend analytics, public sector compliance and customized service. Learn more about how your organization can save at www.WellLinkGPO.com.

About WellLink

Incorporated in 1916, WellLink has a rich history as the nation's first regional hospital association. Convening 37 hospitals and healthcare organizations with community partners across 10 counties in Northeast Ohio, WellLink is committed to advancing total well-being by connecting people, organizations, and resources across the healthcare, economic, and social sectors. Formerly known as The Center for Health Affairs and CHAMPS Group Purchasing, WellLink brings together advocacy, education, group purchasing, and community impact under one unified mission. With a legacy of more than a century, WellLink continues to serve hospitals, businesses, and communities through innovative solutions that promote better health, greater opportunity, and stronger, more connected systems of care. Learn more at www.WellLinkCommunity.com.

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