LOS ANGELES and OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Truelink
Capital ("Truelink"), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm focused on
growth and long-term value creation, and Kyocera Corporation ("Kyocera"),
a global Japanese conglomerate, announced today the closing of the
previously announced transaction under which Truelink has acquired
SouthernCarlson, Inc. ("SouthernCarlson" or the "Company").
Formed in 1947, SouthernCarlson is a leading distributor and service
provider of fasteners, construction supplies, tools, packaging, and
other critical components, with a focus on serving "Pro" customers.
Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, the Company operates a nationwide
platform with eight strategic distribution centers and 115 local stores,
stocking more than 67,000 SKUs and serving over 50,000 professional
customers across commercial, industrial, single-family, multi-family,
and dealer channels. SouthernCarlson was acquired by Kyocera in 2019 and
will now operate as an independent company under Truelink's ownership.
"We are honored to complete this transaction with Kyocera and are
enthusiastic to partner with SouthernCarlson's management team and back
their growth plan," said Todd Golditch, Co-Founder and Managing Partner
of Truelink Capital. "SouthernCarlson has built a customer--focused
platform and a differentiated service-oriented value proposition.
Post-transaction, SouthernCarlson is well positioned for growth via
channel expansion, commercial and operational enhancements, and
strategic M&A."
"This is an important milestone for SouthernCarlson as we begin our next
chapter as an independent company," said Andrei Militaru, President and
CEO of SouthernCarlson. "We thank Kyocera for its support over the past
six years, during which we strengthened our operations, broadened our
customer base, and enhanced our service capabilities. We are excited to
partner with Truelink as we accelerate our strategic initiatives and
continue delivering industry-leading service, reliability, and value to
our customers nationwide."
This transaction reflects Truelink's continued focus on partnering with
industry-leading companies in the industrials and business services
sectors and marks the 11th platform acquisition for Truelink Capital
since its founding in 2022.
ABOUT TRUELINK CAPITAL
Truelink Capital is a middle-market private equity firm based in Los
Angeles. Truelink pairs deep industry experience in the industrials and
business services sectors with a commitment to building partnerships
that drive long-term value through an operationally focused strategy.
Truelink partners with management, corporate sellers, and founders to
accelerate growth through the execution of strategic initiatives and
transformative add-on acquisitions. Learn more at: www.truelinkcap.com.
ABOUT SOUTHERNCARLSON, INC.
SouthernCarlson is a leading distributor and service provider of
construction, commercial and industrial fasteners, tools, packaging, and
supplies across North America. The Company operates a scaled platform,
supporting professionals and businesses nationwide with a one-stop shop
portfolio across numerous end-markets. Learn more at:
www.southerncarlson.com.
ABOUT KYOCERA CORPORATION
Kyocera Corporation is a global Japanese conglomerate headquartered in
Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1959, Kyocera is recognized as a world leader
in fine ceramics, electronic components, and a wide range of industrial
and consumer products. Kyocera has approximately 77,000 employees
worldwide and annual revenues of around $13 billion. Learn more at:
global.kyocera.com.
Media Contacts:
Peter Lewis
plewis@truelinkcap.com
Truelink Capital
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