Center Rock Capital Partners (Center Rock) has invested in LINC Systems (LINC), a North American distributor of fastener, packaging and MRO tools and supplies serving a broad range of industrial customers and end markets.
Center Rock invested in LINC out of its inaugural investment vehicle, Center Rock Capital Partners Fund I, LP, to support LINC’s continued expansion and pursuit of growth opportunities.
Center Rock is partnering with LINC founder and President, Ted Azar, who will continue to lead the Company. Headquartered in Westfield, Indiana, LINC provides industrial fastening solutions, packaging and MRO supplies to a broad base of customers across 22 states. Its strong portfolio of brands, quick turn fulfilment capabilities and unwavering commitment to customer service have established the company as a market leader.
“At the core of everything we do is our commitment to great people and great customer service,” says Azar. “I chose Center Rock as my partner because they understand that LINC’s success is the result of our investment in our employees who, in turn, provide unmatched technical expertise and service to our customers.”
“Ted and his team have built a remarkably strong business by investing in their employees, systems and resources to provide exceptional value-added services and expertise that are critical to their customers,” says Ian Kirson, Partner at Center Rock.
“LINC represents a unique opportunity to partner with the highly successful founder of a market leading business to pursue opportunities for growth. With LINC’s strong ‘customer-first’ culture, and dedication to character and values, we are thrilled to partner with Ted and his team,” adds Terry Theodore, Partner at Center Rock.