Sizemore to Acquire Carlson Building Maintenance, Establishing Retail Division
Sizemore, backed by Inspirit Equity, has signed an agreement to acquire Carlson Building Maintenance, aiming to create a dedicated retail services division and expand its Midwest presence.
Los Angeles, CA – July 15, 2026 – Sizemore, Inc., a portfolio company of Inspirit Equity, announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Carlson Building Maintenance. The acquisition is set to establish a dedicated retail-focused division within Sizemore and will expand the company's operational footprint across the Midwest.
Carlson Building Maintenance, founded in 1959 and headquartered in Minneapolis, has built a reputation over more than 65 years for providing janitorial and facility services to retail, grocery, and commercial clients. The company serves over 250 locations across ten states.
Following the acquisition, Carlson will operate as a distinct retail-focused division under Sizemore. It will retain its current leadership team, workforce, and operational structure while leveraging Sizemore's broader platform and resources. This structure aims to merge Carlson's local execution capabilities with Sizemore's extensive network.
"This partnership strengthens Sizemore's position in the retail end market," stated Charles Gores, CEO of Inspirit Equity. He added that there is a meaningful opportunity to continue building on the established foundation. Inspirit Equity partners with businesses to support long-term growth and value creation.
Carlson's owners, Nick Giese and Kaylee Brown, will continue to lead the division. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.