Staples is one of the world's largest office product companies. It provides a range of office supplies that includes binders, computer bags, envelopes, file folders, labels, pens, staplers and desk organizers. The company also offers a variety of technology products that includes batteries, cameras, scanners, copiers, printers, projectors, shredders, monitors and notebook computers. Staples operates more than 2,000 office superstores in over 20 countries located in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. The company also serves customers through mail orders, contract businesses and e-commerce channels. Staples was founded by Tom Stemberg in 1986 and presently employs more than 76,000 associates. The company maintains a store in Portland, Ore.