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> It is linked to the JM Romo business group.


### Overview
The JM Romo Group (also known as J.M. Romo S.A. de C.V. or simply JM Romo) is a prominent Mexican manufacturing company specializing in commercial equipment for retail and supermarkets. Founded in 1935, it has grown into a family-owned enterprise with a strong focus on high-quality, innovative products for the commerce sector. Headquartered in Aguascalientes, Mexico, the company emphasizes clean, world-class industrial practices and serves both national and international markets through competitive pricing and superior design. It is not a sprawling conglomerate but a specialized manufacturer with a legacy of over 85 years, deeply rooted in the local economy of Aguascalientes.

### History
JM Romo traces its origins to 1935, when it began as a small workshop in Aguascalientes focused on metal plating and fabrication. The company was established by Jesús María Romo Romo (1918–1990), who was born in Encarnación de Díaz, Jalisco, and moved to Aguascalientes at age six. Alongside his father and brother, he started with nickel plating of metal parts in a modest family operation. By 1939, the business had evolved into producing furniture and equipment for retail.

Key milestones include:
- 1960s–1970s Expansion: In 1968, the first branch opened in Monterrey, followed by six more in major Mexican cities (Mexico City, Guadalajara, Veracruz, León, Mérida, and Estado de México). In 1972, Jesús María Romo traveled to Spain and Germany to acquire advanced epoxy powder coating technology, enhancing product quality and versatility.
- 1980s Recognition: The company received awards for excellence, including the European Mercury Award in Madrid (1988) for product quality and the Medalla al Mérito Empresarial from the Cámara Nacional de Comercio (1989).
- 1990s–2000s: After the founder's death in 1990, leadership passed to his son, Jesús Fernando Romo del Villar, and later to grandchildren Antonio and Fernando Romo. The company expanded internationally, establishing a commercial center and distribution hub in Medellín, Colombia.
- Recent Developments: In November 2024, JM Romo announced a new distribution center in Aguascalientes to optimize operations, create jobs, and strengthen the state's logistics hub status. This investment underscores the company's ongoing commitment to growth.

The company's philosophy, encapsulated in founder Jesús María Romo's phrase "Más vale un gramo de lealtad que un kilo de viveza" ("A gram of loyalty is worth more than a kilo of cleverness"), emphasizes integrity, loyalty, and employee welfare. Romo was also a noted philanthropist, donating orthopedic devices, wheelchairs, and supporting the Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes.