Pearlman Group buys Vector Tools
The Pearlman Group, a multi-channel developer and specialty distributor of supplies, tools and equipment, has acquired Vector Tools.
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Vector is a distributor of stone fabrication and installation tools and supplies operating throughout the Southeast. Vector has developed a broad product portfolio of national and propriety brands, including the Vector line of tools. Elbert Wu and Corey Levy, founders of Vector, along with the current management team and employees will continue to operate the company in partnership with the Pearlman team.
“We have been impressed by Vector as a respected competitor of GranQuartz and are excited to be partnering with their team to add to our existing capabilities and serve our collective customers even better,” said Scott McLendon, Pearlman CEO. “As seasoned industry professionals, Elbert and Corey have built a solid business, team, and brand all of which we are excited to have at Pearlman.”
“Vector Tools was built on hard work, partnership, and a strong customer value proposition. We are excited to be able to continue to build on that legacy with support from our new partners at Pearlman who value our capabilities and team,” said Elbert Wu. Added Corey Levy, “we’re excited to join forces with Pearlman to create more value for our employees, customers, and other industry partners.”
Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, Pearlman is a portfolio company of The Stephens Group, a private investment firm headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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