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Carson’s Nut-Bolt and Tool Inc.
About: Industrial Distributor of anything that a manufacturer needs to keep the plant running. This includes abrasives, chemicals, cutting tools, fasteners, paint, hand and power tools and so much more.
Number of years in business: 55
Number of employees: 93
Business owner(s): Jane F. Carson
What inspired the founder(s) to start the company?
Jane’s Uncle Neb Cline Sr. who was a local businessman, saw a need in the upstate market and suggested that John and Jane start a company specializing in fasteners.
What were some of the biggest challenges the business faced in its early years?
As always, finances were a challenge as well as finding both the fastener suppliers and the customers. The company has expanded considerably over the years from two employees to the 93 employees today. This growth includes three branches and all of the considerable product lines that are now offered.to make Carson’s a full line industrial supply house.
How many family members are involved in the business, and what roles do they play?
Four members of the family are involved in the business: Jane F, Carson serves as the CEO of the company and still comes to work every day. Julie Carson (daughter) is the VP and CFO. John A. Carson 4th (grandson) serves as the General Manager of the company. Joshua J. Carson (grandson) serves as the Purchasing Manager for Power Tools.
What are the long-term goals for the company?
The goal of the company is to remain a privately held company for many generations to come. To continue the tradition of being a company where people come to work and stay. The average employee at Carson’s has been with the company over twenty-five years.
How do you envision the business adapting to future trends or challenges?
The Carson family envisions organic growth of the company with growing and training both the inside and outside sales teams. Opening branches in new markets for the company are future goals, and e-commerce to compete with the internet are also a focus.
What role does the company play in the local community?
The company continues to support local charities such as Hurricane Relief, Shepards Gate, Toys for Totes, Tucker Hipps Foundation and sponsor many charities that our customers request.
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