Passed down by families over generations, Sonoita Hardware has been a part of Santa Cruz County for a long time, and what people appreciate most is how straightforward the business is. As a hardware store, it offers a large inventory from building supplies to home improvement solutions, and if they don’t have what you need on the shelves, Michael and his team can order it for you.
Michael Carnevale, Owner & General Manager of Sonoita Hardware, hires people who know their work and the community. He brings in team members with solid experience and keeps his focus on serving the folks who walk through the door every day.
South32 partners with Sonoita Hardware for local purchases, from office supplies to maintenance materials. This relationship dates back to when Arizona Minerals sourced from the store, long before South32 or Michael’s family were part of Sonoita Hardware. Despite changes on both sides over the years, the partnership has remained a strong and reliable connection.
As the store continues to grow, Michael is keeping things simple. “We’re revamping,” he says, “The goal is to keep improving and create more opportunities for people right here in our area.”
That’s the part that matters most – growth that stays local. Sonoita Hardware is building its future in a way that supports the people who live here and depend on local businesses to keep the community strong. That’s also why our partnership makes sense. As Sonoita Hardware moves forward, they’re excited to look for more ways to bring benefits and opportunities closer to the people who already call this place home. With a new streamlined payment system and plans for a future delivery option, Sonoita Hardware is advancing and growing, and they’re excited to continue supporting South32 through their services. “We appreciate the business South32 brings us. The partnership that we have is really good, and I think it’s just going to get better.”