Founded in 1967, Big Lots Inc., an Ohio corporation, through its subsidiaries is one of the largest broad line closeout retailers in the United States. The firm offers a wide range of merchandise, including consumables, seasonal products, furniture, house wares, toys and gifts. Big Lots Inc. operates 1,361 stores in 47 states. More than 3,000 manufacturers supply its products to stores through 5 regional distribution centers with more than 9 million square feet of distribution capacity.