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Mayer Acquires Electrical Supplies, Inc.

Mayer, a company of Rexel USA, has announced an agreement to acquire Electrical Supplies, Inc., a leading independent electrical distributor based in Miami, Florida. Electrical Supplies, Inc. was founded in 1976 by Fred Segal, Rudy Hinds, Larry Newland, and Mike Vavrek and quickly established a reputation for exceptional customer service throughout Southeast Florida. That legacy has continued under the leadership of Jim Segal, John Hinds, and Bob Devona since 2008.

This acquisition represents a significant milestone for Mayer, expanding its footprint into the growing Miami-Dade market and enhancing Mayer’s service offering to better support contractors and customers in Southeastern Florida. Electrical Supplies, Inc. operates strategically located branches in Pompano Beach, Miami, and Homestead, positioning Electrical Supplies, Inc. as a leading independent electrical distributor in the region for nearly 50 years.

The acquisition of Electrical Supplies, Inc. aligns with Mayer’s strategic vision for growth and market expansion, while preserving the legacy and commitment to excellence that Electrical Supplies, Inc. has established over the years. Additionally, this acquisition enables Mayer to strategically enter the Southeastern Florida market, which is experiencing robust economic growth fueled by favorable population trends, increased construction activity, and a business-friendly environment.

With the goal of delivering best-in-class customer service and exceptional solutions in Southeastern Florida, Mayer plans to integrate Electrical Supplies, Inc. into the Mayer brand to capitalize on the collective expertise, capabilities and strategic vendor alignment between both businesses.

Roger Little, CEO of Rexel USA, commented on the acquisition, stating, “We are excited to welcome Electrical Supplies, Inc. and all Electrical Supplies, Inc. associates to Mayer. This strategic move aligns with our growth goals and proves our ongoing commitment to strategically invest in Mayer. By bringing Electrical Supplies, Inc. on board, we can expand our reach and continue to provide best-in-class service and solutions to our customers in Southeastern Florida.”

Mike Kidney, President of Mayer, highlighted the importance of the acquisition, saying, “The acquisition of Electrical Supplies, Inc. presents a tremendous opportunity for us to enhance our presence and offering in the dynamic Southeastern Florida market. The complementary strengths of our businesses make this a natural fit, and we are eager to leverage our combined capabilities to drive growth.”