Shaping the Future of Our Industry
The acquisition of National / AZON marks an important milestone in Distribution Management’s continued growth and reinforces our commitment to expanding the large format print side of our business. National / AZON brings deep expertise in the reprographic, graphic arts, sign-making, and large format printing markets, along with strong customer relationships and specialized solutions that complement our platform.
Together, we are strengthening the resources, technology, service, and support available to customers while preserving the trusted relationships and industry knowledge that have made National / AZON successful. As we look ahead, DM remains focused on building a scalable, customer-first platform and thoughtfully pursuing strategic growth opportunities that create long-term value for our customers, partners, employees, and the industry.
PRESS RELEASE:
Distribution Management Acquires National / AZON
Acquisition expands DM’s print and imaging platform into wide-format, graphics, signage and production-print technologies
ST. CHARLES, MO and TROY, MI — October 19, 2026 — Distribution Management (DM), a national wholesale distributor of print and imaging products and third-party fulfillment provider, today announced the acquisition of National / AZON, a Troy, Michigan-based distributor specializing in wide-format printing, scanning, graphics, signage and related technologies.
The acquisition represents another step in DM’s strategy to expand its print and imaging business into adjacent product categories while continuing to invest in the reseller channel. National / AZON brings an experienced team, established reseller relationships, technical expertise and a strong portfolio serving the reprographics, graphic arts, sign-making and production-print markets.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome National / AZON and its employees to the Distribution Management family. National / AZON has built a strong reputation through its people, technical expertise and commitment to its customers,” said Sean Fleming, CEO of Distribution Management. “We have tremendous respect for what their team has built and are excited about bringing our two organizations together. We look forward to embracing the National / AZON employees as part of the DM family and combining their expertise with DM’s national distribution infrastructure, technology, and longstanding commitment to the reseller channel.”
The combination will expand DM’s presence in wide-format and production printing, large-format scanning, finishing, engraving, routing and signage solutions. National / AZON’s manufacturer and reseller relationships complement DM’s existing portfolio and create additional opportunities for customers to access a broader range of technologies through a single distribution partner.
DM intends to build upon National / AZON’s customer relationships and technical expertise while leveraging DM’s national distribution network, technology platform and operational capabilities to support future growth. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
As Distribution Management continues to grow, we welcome conversations about strategic partnerships and opportunities that align with our long-term vision and goals. To learn more, please connect with our Chief Corporate Development Officer, Greg Welchans.
About National / AZON
Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, National / AZON is a distributor of hardware and software products specializing in the reprographics, graphic arts and sign-making markets. The company supports large-format printing and scanning professionals through a nationwide reseller network and provides equipment, software, service and technical expertise designed to help print-for-pay and graphics businesses grow.
About Distribution Management
Founded in 1972 and headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri, Distribution Management is a U.S.-based wholesale distributor serving the print and imaging reseller channel and a national third-party fulfillment provider for consumer brands. DM combines more than 50 years of distribution experience with technology, automation and strategically located fulfillment facilities to provide fast, accurate and scalable B2B and direct-to-consumer order fulfillment.
