Norcross, GA - Pearlman Group, the leading multi-channel developer and specialty distributor of supplies, tools and equipment used in the fabrication and maintenance of hard surfaces for residential, commercial and industrial end-markets, announced today that the Company’s Board of Directors has appointed Scott McLendon as Chief Executive Officer. McLendon will also join the Company’s Board of Directors. McLendon has assumed the responsibilities of outgoing CEO, Dan Davidenko. McLendon brings over 30 years of experience as an accomplished senior executive with a successful track record of leading engineered products and specialty industrial distribution companies. McLendon led P&Ls and grew businesses ranging in revenue from $100 million to over $2 billion for Rexel USA, Gexpro (formerly GE Supply), Allied Electronics, and Phoenix Contact. McLendon holds an electrical engineering degree and an MBA from the University of South Carolina.
“I’m honored and excited to lead Pearlman. This is an outstanding business with a truly differentiated value proposition. Working together with our dedicated employees, we will continue to deliver great customer experiences and unparalleled value while building a culture rooted in customer centricity, innovation, accountability, continuous improvement and ease of doing business. Ultimately, these core values will enable us to profitably scale the Pearlman Group platform and fulfill the potential of this tremendous company.”