Building B&H without separating business from belief began with a small camera store opened by Blimie and Herman Schreiber in Manhattan in 1973. Their initials gave the company its name, and their original philosophy joined product knowledge with straightforward service: be honest, be helpful, know the merchandise, and do not pressure the customer.
Over the following decades, B&H grew into an internationally known destination for photography, video, audio, computers, and professional technology. Its success depends on expertise in a demanding market, while its operating calendar still makes Shabbos and Jewish holidays visible to customers around the world.
The company offers a particularly clear window into Satmar working life because neither side of the story is ornamental. Religious time affects when business stops, and professional seriousness affects how the business serves a global public.
