Transactions
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Packaging Supplies Manufacturing
Paper Tubes and Sales Sold to Pacific Paper Tube, a Portfolio Company of Sky Island Capital
Client
Paper Tubes and Sales Co.
Year
2025
Client Location
Dallas, TX
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Paper Tubes and Sales is one of the largest independent U.S. manufacturers of paper cores, tubes, and composite cans. The company operates from a 120,000 square foot facility with more than 40 employees.
Outcome
Sold to Pacific Paper Tube Inc., a portfolio company of Sky Island Capital.
Buyer Location
Stockton, CA, and Dallas, TX
Frozen Food Producer
B and D Foods, Mountain View Packaging, and Tamarack Foods Sold to Day-Lee Foods, Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based NH Foods Ltd. (TSE: 2282) and member of the Nipponham Group
Client
B and D Foods, Mountain View Packaging, and Tamarack Foods
Year
2025
Client Location
Boise, ID, and Americus, GA
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, B and D Foods, Mountain View Packaging, and Tamarack Foods are leading U.S. producers of frozen tempura chicken, beef, pork, and Asian meal kits. The companies have production and packaging operations in Boise, Idaho, and Americus, Georgia.
Outcome
Sold to Day-Lee Foods, Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based NH Foods Ltd. (TSE: 2282) and member of the Nipponham Group
Buyer Location
Sante Fe Springs, CA, and Osaka, Japan
Luxury Vacation Rentals
Grand Cayman Villas & Condos Sold to Nocturne Luxury Villas, a Portfolio Company of Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ: GAIN)
Client
Grand Cayman Villas & Condos, LLC
Year
2024
Client Location
Grand Cayman
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 2006 by Cayman property owner Jim Leavitt, GCVC manages and markets for rent more than 180 exclusive villas and condos in Grand Cayman. GCVC’s properties stretch from 7 Mile Beach to Rum Point, including the resort community of Cayman Kai, and range in size from 11-bedroom private luxury villas to intimate one-bedroom condos and cottages. Each property is professionally designed and serviced and offers guests a full range of amenities.
Outcome
Sold to Nocturne Luxury Villas, a portfolio company of Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ: GAIN)
Buyer Location
Newport, Rhode Island
Flooring and Barrel Staves
Graf Brothers Flooring, Inc. Sold to Oak Nation, a Subsidiary of Charlois Group
Client
Graf Brothers Flooring, Inc.
Year
2024
Client Location
South Shore, KY
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 2003 by Dave and Greg Graf and headquartered in South Shore, Kentucky, Graf is the world’s leading producer of quarter-sawn and rift-sawn American oak, specializing in the production of solid and engineered flooring, as well as wine and bourbon barrel staves. The Company has 350 employees and can process more than 42 million board feet of logs annually. As such, Graf offers the largest stave mill capacity on a single site in the United States.
Outcome
Sold to Oak Nation, a subsidiary of Charlois Group
Buyer Location
Murlin, France
Private Aviation Fixed-Base Operator
American Aero FTW, an Affiliate of Keystone Group, Sold to Modern Aviation, a Portfolio Company of Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO) and Tiger Infrastructure Partners
Client
FW American Aero, LLC
Year
2024
Client Location
Fort Worth, TX
Ownership
Family Office
Description
Established in 2012, American Aero is a fixed-base operator (“FBO”) at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (KFTW) that has been consistently ranked in the top 5% of FBOs in the Americas since 2018. The Company’s operations are located on a 31-acre campus with more than 11 acres of ramp space, approximately 247,000 square feet of hangar and office space, and an 8,600 square foot terminal that was designed to maximize safety, efficiency, and comfort for flight crews and passengers.
Outcome
Sold to Modern Aviation, a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management and Tiger Infrastructure Partners.
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Long-Term Care Software
National Datacare Corporation Sold to a Private Buyer
Client
National Datacare Corporation
Year
2024
Client Location
Chantilly, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, NDC is the leading provider of resident trust fund management software and services to skilled nursing, assisted living, and intellectually and developmentally disabled facility operators in the United States. The Company’s proprietary software allows long-term care facility operators and their parent organizations to maintain and track resident funds, while also reducing instances of fraud and misuse. The Company serves over 500,000 residents across more than 8,000 facilities in 49 states and Washington, D.C.
Outcome
Sold to Susquehanna Growth Equity.
Buyer Location
Bala Cynwyd, PA
Coaxial Cable Manufacturing
Trilogy Communications, an Operating Company of Falcon Affiliates, Sold to Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK) Company
Client
Trilogy Communications, Inc.
Year
2023
Client Location
Pearl, MS
Ownership
Falcon Affiliates
Description
Founded in 1985 and headquartered in the Jackson, Mississippi metro area, Trilogy is a leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing premium air-dielectric coaxial cables for complex wireless communication deployments. The Company’s proprietary AirCell® cable manufacturing process and cutting-edge technology enable Trilogy’s products to meet the diverse needs of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and radio frequency communications systems in industries ranging from transit and healthcare to public safety.
Outcome
Sold to Marmon Holdings, Inc. (“Marmon”), a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK) Company
Buyer Location
Chicago, IL
Promotional Products & Fulfillment Services
Brandito Recapitalized by Monroe Street Partners
Client
Brandito
Year
2023
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 2009, Brandito is a leading promotional products distributor that provides promotional product sourcing, customized e-commerce stores, warehousing and logistics, kitting and creative marketing services. Since inception, Brandito has been relentlessly committed to providing a better buying experience for its network of over 600 active clients. The Company has been consistently recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the United States. For more information on Brandito, please visit www.brandito.net.
Outcome
Recapitalized by Monroe Street Partners
Buyer Location
Chicago, IL
Reusable Modular Wall Systems
STARC Systems, a Portfolio Company of Blue Heron Capital, Received a Majority Investment from North Branch Capital
Client
STARC Systems, Inc.
Year
2023
Client Location
Brunswick, ME
Ownership
Blue Heron Capital
Description
STARC Systems, Inc. (“STARC”) manufactures reusable modular wall systems designed for the containment of dust and pathogens during occupied renovations. STARC has grown to become a leading provider of modular wall systems in the healthcare market. Additionally, STARC serves a diverse set of other end markets including offices, airports, datacenters, and life sciences.
Outcome
Received a majority investment from North Branch Capital
Buyer Location
Oak Brook, IL
Auto Parts and Inspection Services
Automotive Parts & Services Holdings Sold to Marubeni (TSE:8002)
Client
Automotive Parts & Services Holdings, LLC
Year
2023
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Automotive Parts and Services Holdings, LLC (“APSH”) and its wholly owned subsidiaries, C&K Auto Parts, LLC (“C&K”) and Warranty Inspection Services, LLC (“WIS”), distribute automotive repair parts and provide vehicle inspection services to the vehicle service contract sector. C&K has grown to become the largest, pure-play provider of automotive parts to vehicle service contract and extended warranty companies, while WIS has become one of the largest automotive inspection companies in the U.S., specializing in mechanical breakdown inspections.
Outcome
Sold to Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002)
Buyer Location
Tokyo, Japan
Planet Fitness™ Franchisee
KSMA, a franchisee of Planet Fitness™, Sold to Excel Fitness, a Portfolio Company of Olympus Partners
Client
KSMA, LLC
Year
2022
Client Location
Newport News, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
KSMA was established in 2006 by Ken and Sharree Ryder, who focused on a people-first approach, growing their family business from a single location to 14 locations throughout the Hampton Roads region of Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. KSMA’s 15th club will open this fall in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Outcome
Sold to Excel Fitness, a portfolio company of Olympus Partners.
Buyer Location
Austin, TX and Stamford, CT
JanSan and Foodservice Supplies
South Jersey Paper Products Sold to BradyIFS, a Portfolio Company of Kelso & Company
Client
South Jersey Paper Products, Inc.
Year
2022
Client Location
Vineland, NJ
Ownership
Private
Description
South Jersey Paper, operating as SupplyitAll, serves restaurant, hospitality, healthcare, education, entertainment, retail, office, and government customers in the northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. SupplyitAll provides foodservice disposables, janitorial equipment and supplies, restaurant equipment and supplies, industrial specialty supplies, hospitality products, office and breakroom products, and equipment repair services.
Outcome
Sold to BradyIFS, a portfolio company of Kelso & Company.
Buyer Location
Bell, CA and Las Vegas, NV
Specialty Building Insulation
Fi-Foil Company Sold to Validor Capital
Client
Fi-Foil Company, Inc.
Year
2021
Client Location
Auburndale, FL
Ownership
Private
Description
Fi-Foil is an industry leader in innovative, energy-efficient reflective and radiant insulation barriers for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional markets. Fi-Foil’s products mitigate heat gain and loss to maximize building occupant comfort and energy efficiency with easy, low-cost installation. For over 35 years, Fi-Foil has been committed to the principles of sustainable construction, practicing energy conservation, and minimal landfill impact.
Outcome
Sold to Validor Capital
Buyer Location
Boca Raton, FL
Seismic and Environmental Monitoring
Sauls Seismic and Nomis Seismographs, Portfolio Companies of Lazarus Capital Partners, Sold to Benford Capital Partners
Client
Sauls Seismic, LLC and Nomis Seismographs, LLC
Year
2021
Client Location
Birmingham, AL
Ownership
Lazarus Capital Partners
Description
Sauls Seismic (Sauls) provides a broad range of outsourced continuous seismic and environmental monitoring services through a contract-based, hardware-as-a-service (“HaaS”) business model. Sauls also provides pre- and post-blast inspections, public relations, complaint handling, and blasting claims consulting to its customers. Nomis Seismographs (Nomis), which is also headquartered in Birmingham, manufactures seismic monitoring equipment that monitors ground vibrations and air overpressure. Nomis also provides aftermarket calibration and repair services for the equipment. The equipment and services of the companies are relied upon by customers in the quarrying, construction/infrastructure, and mining sectors to comply with regulatory requirements, provide liability protection, and optimize operating performance.
Outcome
Sold to Benford Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Chicago, IL
Sustainable Chemistry SaaS Platform
Scivera Sold to Enhesa, a Portfolio Company of CGE Partners.
Client
Scivera, LLC
Year
2021
Client Location
Charlottesville, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Scivera is a leading SaaS provider of sustainable chemistry business process capabilities to the global consumer products value chain. Headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, Scivera is recognized as an innovator and leader in making the identification and replacement of hazardous chemicals in products simple, fast, and cost-effective. The company has built the most comprehensive resource for Chemical Hazard Assessments (CHA) verified by its board-certified toxicologists, with over 4,500 verified CHAs and tens of thousands of additional CHAs available to subscribers. This information is made available to users worldwide through the innovative cloud-based app, SciveraLENS®, bringing scalable, reliable, data-driven, chemicals management and safer alternatives exploration to all participants in the global consumer products supply chain.
Outcome
Sold to Enhesa, a portfolio company of CGE Partners
Buyer Location
Brussels, Belgium
Snack Food Repackaging Services
Tech Packaging Sold to Impact Fulfillment Services, a Portfolio Company of Endeavour Capital
Client
Tech Packaging, Inc.
Year
2021
Client Location
Jacksonville, FL
Ownership
Private
Description
Tech Packaging, Inc. is a highly trusted and valued provider of multi-pack repackaging, display assembly, and palletized loading of snack and related food products for direct-store delivery, retailer warehouses, independent distribution, and e-commerce. The company has over 600 employees across its locations, and 30 years of success and growth based on operational excellence and superior quality control.
Outcome
Sold to Impact Fulfillment Services, a portfolio company of Endeavour Capital
Buyer Location
Burlington, NC
Biopharmaceutical Regulatory Consulting
Dunn Regulatory Associates Sold to Acacium Group, a Portfolio Company of Onex
Client
Dunn Regulatory Associates LLC
Year
2021
Client Location
Oakton, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Dunn Regulatory Associates (DRA) is a U.S.-based life sciences and regulatory affairs consulting company that serves a diverse, global client base of pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. DRA's comprehensive regulatory services include regulatory strategy, medical writing, regulatory publishing, and U.S. Agent services. Using an experience-based approach that integrates scientific expertise, business acumen, and regulatory strategy, DRA streamlines product development from discovery to market. DRA’s expert consultants are U.S. and EU strategists, who have a proven track record of resolving complex regulatory situations.
Outcome
Sold to Acacium Group, a portfolio company of Onex
Buyer Location
London, England
Insurance Third Party Administrator
TriPlus Services Sold to Davies Group, a Portfolio Company of HGGC and Alberta Investment Management Corp.
Client
TriPlus Services, Inc.
Year
2020
Client Location
Hopkinton, MA
Ownership
Oak Hill Capital
Description
TriPlus Services is a third party administrator (TPA) specializing in long term care insurance with comprehensive solutions tailored to each client’s needs and business model. TriPlus provides administration support and targeted services for policyholder administration, claims adjudication and management, claims payment, claims consulting, and actuarial services, including end-to-end rate increase support. TriPlus is headquartered in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and has operations throughout the U.S. Through its client-centric approach, TriPlus has established a brand and reputation in the insurance industry for trust and credibility.
Outcome
Sold to Davies Group, a portfolio company of HGGC and Alberta Investment Management Corp.
Buyer Location
London, England
Surgical Face Masks and PPE
Precept Medical Products Sold to Aspen Surgical, a Portfolio Company of Audax Group
Client
Precept Medical Products, Inc.
Year
2020
Client Location
Arden, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Precept designs, manufactures, and markets nonwoven, single-use disposable protective medical apparel that addresses infection control challenges faced by healthcare professionals. The company is a leader in the U.S. surgical face mask market with its high-quality Fogshield® brand, and also offers a full line of procedure face masks, non-surgical isolation gowns, lab jackets, scrubs, coveralls, patient gowns, lab coats, and cold therapy packs. Precept is headquartered in Arden, North Carolina, and has manufacturing and distribution operations in Agua Prieta, Mexico, and Douglas, Arizona, respectively. Precept has demonstrated a consistent track record of driving revenue growth through its diverse customer base, producing close to 100 million disposable face masks and 13 million isolation gowns annually.
Outcome
Sold to Aspen Surgical, a portfolio company of Audax Group
Buyer Location
Caledonia, MI
Industrial Drying and Sealing Equipment
Thermex-Thermatron Sold to Druid Capital Partners
Client
Thermex-Thermatron
Year
2019
Client Location
Louisville, KY
Ownership
Dyad Partners
Description
Thermex-Thermatron is a leading manufacturer of industrial radio frequency and microwave systems for drying and sealing applications. The company serves blue chip customers around the world in a broad range of end markets, including automotive, aerospace, medical, packaging, and other precision applications. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Thermex-Thermatron has been an industry pioneer for more than 75 years.
Outcome
Sold to Druid Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Northport, AL
Environmental Testing Laboratory
Air Water & Soil Laboratories Sold to Montrose Environmental Group, a Portfolio Company of Oaktree and Compass Partners
Client
Air Water & Soil Laboratories, Inc.
Year
2019
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Since its founding in 1994, Air Water & Soil Laboratories (AWS) has served the mid-Atlantic region with reliable data analysis of wastewater, groundwater, drinking water, soil, solids, and air (indoor air quality, vapor intrusion, landfill gas, and biogas) testing services. Based in Richmond, Virginia, the company has earned a reputation for state-of-the-art instrumentation, quality work, quick turnaround, and superior customer service.
Outcome
Sold to Montrose Environmental Group, a portfolio company of Oaktree and Compass Partners
Buyer Location
Irvine, CA
JanSan Supplies
Edmar Cleaning Sold to Imperial Dade, a Portfolio Company of Audax Group
Client
Edmar Cleaning Corporation
Year
2019
Client Location
Woodside, NY
Ownership
Private
Description
Founded in 1973 and located in Woodside, New York, Edmar is a leading provider of janitorial supplies and related cleaning equipment repair services to customers in the Tri-State area. Edmar’s comprehensive product portfolio includes trash bags, cleaners, soaps, degreasers, and heavy-duty cleaning and maintenance equipment.
Outcome
Sold to Imperial Dade, a portfolio company of Audax Group
Buyer Location
Jersey City, NJ
Global Immigration Services
Emigra Worldwide Sold to CIBTvisas, a Portfolio Company of Kohlberg & Company
Client
Emigra Worldwide
Year
2019
Client Location
Vienna, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Emigra Worldwide provides full-service processing and consulting solutions to meet the international immigration needs of its corporate clients and their employees. Headquartered in the U.S., Emigra manages cases in over 100 countries through its global network of 14 company offices and local partner resources. All cases are managed through the company’s proprietary, web-enabled technology platform to deliver consistent, compliant, and customer-focused services.
Outcome
Sold to CIBTvisas, a Portfolio Company of Kohlberg & Company.
Buyer Location
Washington, DC
Pharmaceutical Clinical Trial Services
Catalyst Clinical Research Sold to NovaQuest Capital Management
Client
Catalyst Clinical Research
Year
2018
Client Location
Durham, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Catalyst Clinical Research is a niche contract research organization (CRO) that specializes in providing highly tailored clinical operations solutions to the global biopharmaceutical and medical device industries. Catalyst enables clinical trial sponsors to rapidly and cost‐effectively access therapeutically aligned teams and individual resources on an as needed basis as an alternative or adjunct to traditional CRO services. The company's professionals cover all clinical operations functions, including clinical trial monitoring, project management, study startup/regulatory, quality assurance, and medical writing. Catalyst’s clinical study experience spans all major therapeutic areas and phases (I-IV) of the drug development process. Catalyst is headquartered in the U.S. with operations in Europe.
Outcome
Sold to NovaQuest Capital Management
Buyer Location
Raleigh, NC
Marina and Boatyard Services
City Marina Company Sold to Safe Harbor Marinas, a Portfolio Company of American Infrastructure Funds and Koch Industries
Client
City Marina Company
Year
2018
Client Location
Charleston, SC
Ownership
Private
Description
Located on the Ashley River in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina, the Charleston City Marina features 19,000 feet of linear dock space covering 40 acres of water. Its trademarked ""MegaDock"" extends more than 1,500 feet, and is the longest freestanding floating fuel and transient dock on the East Coast. The Ashley Fuel Dock and Bristol Marina are also on the Ashley River near the Charleston City Marina, and feature a fuel dock, 160 wet slips and 38 drive-on docks. The City Boatyard is South Carolina's largest full-service boatyard and yacht repair facility. Located on eight acres just north of the Charleston Harbor on the Wando River, the boatyard offers refits and repairs, yacht restorations, and a 75-ton Travelift. The Beach Company is a family owned real estate development and management firm that was founded in 1945.
Outcome
Sold to Safe Harbor Marinas, a portfolio company of American Infrastructure Funds and Koch Industries
Buyer Location
Dallas, TX
Metalworking Fluid Additives
Afton Chemical Sold its metalworking fluids additives business to Italmatch Chemicals, a Portfolio Company of Ardian
Client
Afton Chemical
Year
2018
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
New Market Corporation (NYSE:NEU)
Description
Afton Chemical, part of the NewMarket Corporation family of companies, uses its formulation, engineering, and marketing expertise to help customers develop and market fuels and lubricants that reduce emissions, improve fuel economy, extend equipment life, improve operator satisfaction, and lower the total cost of vehicle and equipment operation. With operations in the U.S., the UK, and India, Afton’s metalworking fluids business provided additives, packages, and finished fluids to a broad range of customers across multiple end use applications globally.
Outcome
Sold to Italmatch Chemicals S.p.a., a portfolio company of Ardian
Buyer Location
Milan, Italy
Dermatology-Focused Pharmaceutical Contract Research*
TKL Research Sold to QuintilesIMS (NYSE:Q)
Client
TKL Research
Year
2016
Client Location
Rochelle Park, NJ
Ownership
Private
Description
TKL Research's clinical trials division is a full-service, global dermatology specialty clinical research organization (CRO), serving the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and consumer healthcare industries.
Outcome
Sold to QuintilesIMS (NYSE:Q)
Buyer Location
Durham, NC
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Tropical Fish, Birds, & Other Live Animals
Segrest Sold to Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)
Client
Segrest, Inc.
Year
2016
Client Location
Gibsonton, FL
Ownership
Meriwether Capital
Description
Founded in 1961 and headquartered near Tampa, Florida, Segrest is the largest and oldest wholesale distributor of freshwater and saltwater aquarium fish in the Western Hemisphere. In addition to ornamental fish, the company distributes small animals, birds, reptiles, aquatic plants, coral, and live rock to the $60 billion U.S. pet industry. The company’s size, global sourcing, and highly differentiated capabilities provide the scale and flexibility to effectively serve the diverse needs of over 2,100 customers annually, which include “big box” pet retailers, regional pet store chains, independent pet stores, and other wholesalers, as well as zoos, aquariums, and research institutions in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Outcome
Sold to Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)
Buyer Location
Walnut Creek, CA
Home Care*
Secura Home Health Sold to Care Finders Total Care
Client
Secura Home Health
Year
2016
Client Location
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Ownership
MTS Health Investors
Description
Secura Home Health provides non-skilled home care services throughout New Jersey to more than 3,500 patients in their homes. Secura is headquartered in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey.
Outcome
Sold to Care Finders Total Care
Buyer Location
Hackensack, NJ
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Railroad Construction Products
Unitrac Railroad Materials Sold to Wabtec
Client
Unitrac Railroad Materials, Inc.
Year
2016
Client Location
Knoxville, TN
Ownership
Healey Railroad Corporation
Description
UNITRAC is a leading manufacturer of high quality, customized railroad products, serving the North American rail industry. Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, UNITRAC was founded in 1989 by Healey Railroad Corp., a widely respected provider of railroad and signal construction services.
Outcome
Sold to Wabtec, Corp.
Buyer Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Decorative Stone Distributor
Luck Stone Center Divestiture
Client
Luck Stone Center
Year
2016
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Luck Companies
Description
Founded in 1976, Luck Stone Center, an operating division of Luck Companies, is a supplier of natural and manufactured architectural stone products, accessories, and related services for residential and commercial applications throughout the mid-Atlantic region. The company operates seven stone centers and two fabrication workshops in Virginia and North Carolina. Luck Stone Center's trade-focused customers include masons, builders, installers, and landscapers.
Outcome
Divestiture to multiple buyers
Buyer Location
Various
Solar Power System Components
Nextronex, Inc. Sold to David Price Metal Services, Inc.
Client
Nextronex, Inc.
Year
2016
Client Location
Toledo, OH
Ownership
Private
Description
Nextronex is a technological pioneer and innovator of solar power equipment, including state-of-the-art utility / large commercial grade, central inverter systems for photovoltaic installations under the Ray-Max® brand name. Nextronex’s customers include municipal power agencies, schools, museums, and other commercial and government institutions.
Outcome
Sold to David Price Metal Services, Inc.
Buyer Location
Norwalk, OH
Collegiate Addiction Treatment*
The Ranch at Dove Tree Sold to Summit BHC, a Portfolio Company of Flexpoint Ford
Client
The Ranch at Dove Tree
Year
2015
Client Location
Lubbock, TX
Ownership
Private
Description
The Ranch at Dove Tree (RDT) is one of the nation's leaders in collegiate-focused addiction and behavioral health comprehensive treatment with recovery resiliency services. RDT specializes in alcohol and drug addiction with co-occurring issues such as depression, anxiety, disordered eating, and trauma. Through its collaboration with Texas Tech University’s Institute for the Study of Addiction, Recovery & Families, RDT provides the premiere collegiate recovery model in the nation. The company's full continuum of care includes detoxification, collegiate residential treatment, adult residential treatment, collegiate transitional living, and outpatient programs. RDT is located in Lubbock, Texas.
Outcome
Sold to Summit BHC, a portfolio company of Flexpoint Ford
Buyer Location
Franklin, TN
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Pediatric Therapy*
Loving Care Agency’s Pediatric Nursing Division Sold to Epic Health Services, a Portfolio Company of Webster Capital
Client
Loving Care Agency’s Pediatric Nursing Division
Year
2015
Client Location
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Ownership
MTS Health Investors
Description
The pediatric division of Loving Care Agency is a provider of pediatric and adult home health care services. Based in New Jersey, the company serves more than 1,500 patients in seven states.
Outcome
Sold to Epic Health Services, a portfolio company of Webster Capital
Buyer Location
Dallas, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Drilling & Blasting Services / Explosives Supply
Virginia Explosives and Drilling Company, Inc. Recapitalization financing provided by The Private Bank
Client
Virginia Explosives and Drilling Company, Inc.
Year
2015
Client Location
Grundy, VA
Ownership
LimeRock Partners and Cadent Energy Partners
Description
Virginia Explosives & Drilling Company (VEDCO) is the leading provider of comprehensive outsourced drilling and blasting services to the surface coal mining industry in the Central Appalachian basin of eastern Kentucky, Virginia, and southern West Virginia. VEDCO is also the largest independent wholesale distributor of industrial explosives and related products to coal mines, aggregate mining operations, and construction projects in the region. VEDCO is based in Vansant, Virginia.
Outcome
Recapitalization financing provided by The Private Bank
Buyer Location
N/A
Biopharmaceutical Sterile Injectables Manufacturing*
Coldstream Laboratories Sold to Piramal Enterprises
Client
Coldstream Laboratories
Year
2015
Client Location
Lexington, KY
Ownership
University of Kentucky
Description
Coldstream Laboratories is a pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that specializes in clinical trial to commercial-scale manufacturing of sterile liquid and lyophilized parenteral and injectable products, including high potency compounds. The company also provides analytical and microbiology testing services. The company operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located on the Coldstream Research Campus in Lexington, Kentucky.
Outcome
Sold to Piramal Enterprises
Buyer Location
Mumbai, India
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Convenience-Oriented Home Hardware
The Faucet Queens Sold to Howard Berger Company, a Portfolio Company of Littlejohn & Co.
Client
The Faucet Queens, Inc.
Year
2014
Client Location
Vernon Hills, IL
Ownership
PNC Equity Partners (managed by Incline Equity Partners)
Description
Headquartered near Chicago, Faucet Queen is the leading innovator and marketer of convenience-oriented home hardware and related products serving the retail food and drug market. With a core competency in global sourcing and supply chain management, the company provides one of the broadest lines of this type of merchandise in the industry, comprising 14 distinct categories and over 500 SKUs.
Outcome
Sold to Howard Berger Company, Inc., a portfolio company of Littlejohn & Co. LLC
Buyer Location
Cranbury, NJ
Industrial Fasteners and MRO Supplies
Bolts & Nuts Sold to Nebraska Heavy Industries
Client
Bolts & Nuts, Inc.
Year
2013
Client Location
Chattanooga, TN
Ownership
Morris Capital and Management
Description
Bolts & Nuts is a leading full-service distributor of high quality commercial and construction fasteners, including all types of headed and threaded products and masonry anchors. The company serves the original equipment manufacturing, plant maintenance, and construction markets, providing products that are used in diverse and demanding applications, including transportation equipment, appliances, marine, waterworks, fluid system controls, construction, heavy equipment, and specialty products. Bolts & Nuts serves approximately 500 active customers across the Southeast, as well as customer locations in other areas of the country.
Outcome
Sold to Nebraska Heavy Industries
Buyer Location
Lincoln, NE
Fabricated Plate Steel Components
Southeastern Plateworks, LLC Dividend Recapitalization
Client
Southeastern Plateworks, LLC
Year
2013
Client Location
Birmingham, AL
Ownership
Lazarus Capital Partners and Management
Description
Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Southeastern Plateworks is a value-added producer of large, complex, fabricated plate components for numerous demanding markets, including power generation, pollution control, mining, pulp and paper, engineering construction, green energy, and various industrial applications. The company has deep experience in custom fabricating an extensive assortment of components.
Outcome
Dividend recapitalization
Buyer Location
N/A
Car Wash Equipment and Supplies
Badger Land Car Wash Equipment and Supplies Recapitalization
Client
Badger Land Car Wash Equipment and Supplies, LLC.
Year
2012
Client Location
Oak Creek, WI
Ownership
Copeley Capital Management and Benford Capital Partners
Description
Badger Land Holdings is the leading (i) distributor of car wash systems, parts, and chemicals and (ii) provider of car wash maintenance and repair services in Wisconsin, as well as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Illinois. Founded in 1980, the company supports over 400 car washes, consisting of freestanding locations and those located at convenience stores and car dealers.
Outcome
Recapitalization
Buyer Location
N/A
Pediatric Therapy*
Santé Pediatric Services Sold to Epic Health Services, a Portfolio Company of Webster Capital
Client
Santé Pediatric Services
Year
2012
Client Location
Frisco, TX
Ownership
Enhanced Equity Fund and Transition Capital
Description
Santé Pediatric Services is one of the largest independent pediatric therapy providers in Texas with both clinic and in-home operations. Serving children from birth to 21 years of age, the company provides occupational, physical, speech-language therapy, and medical nutrition therapy at its 11 clinic locations.
Outcome
Sold to Epic Health Services, a portfolio company of Webster Capital
Buyer Location
Dallas, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Power Generation Precision Parts
TOG Manufacturing Company Sold to Global Power Equipment Group (Nasdaq:GLPW)
Client
TOG Manufacturing Company, Inc
Year
2012
Client Location
North Adams, MA
Ownership
New England Capital Partners
Description
Based in North Adams, Massachusetts, TOG Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer of precision machined metal and alloy parts for the power generation, marine, and other end markets. The company principally manufactures mid-sized replacement and OEM parts for power generation steam and gas turbines, including fasteners, bushings, valve components, valve stems, and other custom components. In the marine sector, TOG produces various components for both the new construction and refurbishing of military submarines and surface vessels.
Outcome
Sold to Global Power Equipment Group (Nasdaq:GLPW)
Buyer Location
Irving, TX
OCTG Finishing and Logistics
Castronics Sold to Inspection Oilfield Services, a Portfolio Company of Calvert Street Capital Partners
Client
Castronics, LLC
Year
2012
Client Location
Kimball, NE
Ownership
Ninth Street Capital Partners
Description
Castronics is a leading provider of American Petroleum Institute (API)-certified premium tube threading, perforating, rework, and refurbishment services in the Rocky Mountain and Upper Midwest regions, serving many of the most active oil and gas basins in the region. As the only independent API-certified threading service provider in a 500-mile radius, Castronics is the “gateway” to the oil and gas plays in the Upper Midwest and Rocky Mountains.
Outcome
Sold to Inspection Oilfield Services, a portfolio company of Calvert Street Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Lafayette, LA
Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Services*
Nelbud Services Group, Inc Sold to Source Capital, LLC and Management
Client
Nelbud Services Group, Inc
Year
2011
Client Location
Egg Harbor City, NJ
Ownership
KLH Capital, L.P. and Management
Description
Based in Egg Harbor, NJ, Nelbud provides commercial kitchen fire prevention and equipment maintenance services. The company's services include cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repair and installation of the commercial kitchen exhaust and ventilation, fire extinguisher and exit light systems, enabling the users to protect from fire.
Outcome
Sold to Source Capital, LLC and Management
Buyer Location
Atlanta, GA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Extended Care Pediatric Centers*
Clearview Capital Acquired Child Health Holdings (dba Pediatric Health Choice)
Client
Clearview Capital
Year
2011
Client Location
Greenwich, CT
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of alternate-site healthcare services for medically complex children
Outcome
Acquired Child Health Holdings (dba Pediatric Health Choice)
Buyer Location
Tampa, FL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Mental Health and Addiction Treatment*
Clearview Capital Acquired Pyramid Healthcare
Client
Clearview Capital
Year
2011
Client Location
Greenwich, CT
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of drug/alcohol addiction and mental health treatment services.
Outcome
Acquired Pyramid Healthcare
Buyer Location
Duncansville, PA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Healthcare Facility Construction Consulting*
KLMK Group, LLC Sold to Azalea Capital
Client
KLMK Group, LLC
Year
2010
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading provider of innovative facility consulting services to the healthcare industry.
Outcome
Sold to Azalea Capital
Buyer Location
Greenville, SC
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Integrated Energy Intelligence Technology*
E-Mon, LLC Sold to Honeywell (NYSE:HON)
Client
E-Mon, LLC
Year
2010
Client Location
Langhorne, PA
Ownership
Branford Castle, Inc.
Description
A leading designer and manufacturer of smart energy submeter systems and integrated energy intelligence software.
Outcome
Sold to Honeywell (NYSE:HON)
Buyer Location
Morris Township, NJ
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Biopharmaceutical Regulatory Consulting*
CanReg Sold to UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH)
Client
CanReg
Year
2009
Client Location
Dundas, ON
Ownership
Private
Description
World's largest independent pharmaceutical regulatory affairs consulting firm.
Outcome
Sold to UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH)
Buyer Location
Minneapolis, MN
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Dental Practice Management*
Christie Dental Sold to American Dental Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADPI)
Client
Christie Dental
Year
2009
Client Location
Merritt Island, FL
Ownership
Private
Description
A multi-specialty dental practice management company.
Outcome
Sold to American Dental Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADPI)
Buyer Location
Wakefield, MA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Surgical Drapes and Gowns*
Precept Medical Products divested its Precept UltraGard division to Medline Industries
Client
Precept Medical Products, Inc.
Year
2009
Client Location
Arden, NC
Ownership
Precept Medical Products, Inc.
Description
Precept Medical Products’ Precept UltraGard division is a manufacturer of non-woven surgical drape and gown supplies.
Outcome
Precept Medical Products sold its Precept UltraGard division to Medline Industries.
Buyer Location
Northfield, IL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Western Lifestyle Headwear*
RHE Hatco, Inc. Sold to an affiliate of Pro Equine Group
Client
RHE Hatco, Inc.
Year
2009
Client Location
Garland, TX
Ownership
Arena Brands, Inc.
Description
Designer and producer of authentic Western lifestyle headwear for men and women under Stetson® and other leading brand names.
Outcome
Sold to an affiliate of Pro Equine Group
Buyer Location
Deerfield, IL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Overhead Cranes*
North American Industries, Inc. Sold to Boulder Brook Partners LLC and Tonka Bay Equity Partners LLC
Client
North American Industries, Inc.
Year
2008
Client Location
Woburn, MA
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading provider of custom overhead cranes and related aftermarket services for the industrial, construction, and other sectors.
Outcome
Sold to Boulder Brook Partners LLC and Tonka Bay Equity Partners LLC
Buyer Location
Boston, MA , Minnetonka, MN
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Specialty Plate Steel*
Petro Steel International, LLC Sold to Edgen, Murray II LP and Jefferies Capital Partners
Client
Petro Steel International, LLC
Year
2008
Client Location
Bala Cynwood, PA
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading distributor of prime steel plate and structural products to manufacturers of offshore oil and gas rigs, off-road construction equipment, and other industrial steel structures.
Outcome
Sold to Edgen, Murray II LP and Jefferies Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Baton Rouge, LA , New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Pharmaceutical Contract Research and Functional Outsourcing*
Trio Clinical Research Sold to The Halifax Group and SV Life Sciences
Client
Trio Clinical Research
Year
2008
Client Location
Durham, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Contract research organization serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to The Halifax Group and SV Life Sciences
Buyer Location
Washington, DC , Boston, MA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Precast Concrete Products*
Architectural Precast, L.L.C. Sold to U.S. Concrete, Inc. (NASDAQ: USCR)
Client
Architectural Precast, L.L.C.
Year
2007
Client Location
Middleburg, PA
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading designer and manufacturer of premium quality architectural and structural pre-cast concrete products serving the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S.
Outcome
Sold to U.S. Concrete, Inc. (NASDAQ: USCR)
Buyer Location
Houston, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Safety, Industrial, and Environmental Supplies*
Bullseye Environmental, Inc. Sold to Aramsco, Portfolio Company of Summit Partners
Client
Bullseye Environmental, Inc.
Year
2007
Client Location
Tullytown, PA
Ownership
Meriwether Capital
Description
Leading full service distributor of high quality safety, industrial, and environmental products serving the environmental remediation, industrial, construction, and maintenance, repair, and operations markets.
Outcome
Sold to Aramsco, a Safeguard Industrial Supply, LLC company and a portfolio company of Summit Partners
Buyer Location
Thorofare, NJ
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Fragrance Delivery Products*
Smith Mountain Industries, d/b/a Virginia Candle Company Sold to Strength Capital Partners
Client
Smith Mountain Industries Inc., d/b/a Virginia Candle Company
Year
2007
Client Location
Forest, VA
Ownership
Management and Harren Equity Partners
Description
Virginia Candle Company (VCC) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of premium quality, consumable fragrance delivery products, including candles, reed diffusers, and related accessories. VCC produces a broad and unique home fragerance product portfolio that are consumable and affordable. Additionally, the company served a braod group of distribution channels, including independent gift retailers, specialty retail, and direct-to-consumer.
Outcome
Sold to Strength Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Birmingham, MI
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Commercial Door Hardware*
Mid-West Wholesale Hardware, Co. Sold to Sentinel Capital Partners
Client
Mid-West Wholesale Hardware, Co.
Year
2007
Client Location
Kansas City, MO
Ownership
BancBoston Capital
Description
Leading full-service wholesaler of architecturally specified commercial door hardware, including manual and electronic locks, exit devices, door closers, and other specialty items.
Outcome
Sold to Sentinel Capital Partners
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Power Quality Measurement Products*
WPT, Inc. Sold to GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt
Client
WPT, Inc.
Year
2007
Client Location
Edison, NJ
Ownership
Capital Resource Partners
Description
Leading provider of handheld, portable, and permanent power quality ("PQ") monitoring products under the Dranetz-BMI name.
Outcome
Sold to GMC-I Gossen-Metrawatt
Buyer Location
Nuremberg, Germany
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Sports Equipment*
Brine Corp. Sold to New Balance, Inc.
Client
Brine Corp.
Year
2006
Client Location
Milford, MA
Ownership
Green Mountain Partners
Description
Leading manufacturer of lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, and field hockey equipment.
Outcome
Sold to New Balance, Inc.
Buyer Location
Boston, MA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Medical Transcription*
Outsourcing Solutions, Inc Sold to Culbro, LLC
Client
Outsourcing Solutions, Inc
Year
2007
Client Location
Jupiter, FL
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of medical transcription solutions to acute care hospitals and large multi-specialty clinics throughout the U.S.
Outcome
Sold to Culbro, LLC
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Custom Residential Cabinetry and Millwork*
Custom Wood Products, LLC and Rich Maid Kabinetry, LLC Sold to Wafra Partners, LLC
Client
Custom Wood Products, LLC and Rich Maid Kabinetry, LLC
Year
2006
Client Location
Roanoke, VA , Myerstown, PA
Ownership
Dyad Partners
Description
Leading manufacturers of premium custom and semi-custom residential cabinetry.
Outcome
Sold to Wafra Partners, LLC
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Health Economics Consulting*
Innovus Research Sold to UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH)
Client
Innovus Research
Year
2006
Client Location
Burlington, ON
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading independent global provider of health economic consulting services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH)
Buyer Location
Minneapolis, MN
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Valves and Manifolds*
Precision Dynamics, Inc. Sold to Gems Sensors & Controls (Danaher Corp., NYSE: DHR)
Client
Precision Dynamics, Inc.
Year
2006
Client Location
New Britain, CT
Ownership
BancBoston Capital
Description
Provider of custom designed miniature solenoid valves, manifold assemblies, and integrated fluidic systems.
Outcome
Sold to Gems Sensors & Controls (Danaher Corp., NYSE: DHR)
Buyer Location
Plainville, CT
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Building Products*
SIG USA, Inc. Sold to Grey Mountain Partners
Client
SIG USA, Inc.
Year
2006
Client Location
Houston, TX
Ownership
U.S. Operations of SIG plc (LSE: SHI)
Description
Leading value-added distributor of industrial products.
Outcome
Sold to Grey Mountain Partners
Buyer Location
Boulder, CO
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Event Rental Services*
Signature Special Event Services, LLC Sold to TVI Corporation (NASDAQ: TVIN)
Client
Signature Special Event Services, LLC
Year
2006
Client Location
Frederick, MD
Ownership
River Associates Investments, LLC
Description
Full-service event rental business serving the corporate, sporting, and social event markets, as well as the unique needs of disaster relief agencies and the U.S. government and military.
Outcome
Sold to TVI Corporation (NASDAQ: TVIN)
Buyer Location
Glen Dale, MD
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Power Equipment Lubricants
Spectrum Lubricants Corporation Sold to River Associates Investments, LLC
Client
Spectrum Lubricants Corporation
Year
2006
Client Location
Selmer, TN
Ownership
Florida Capital Partners
Description
Leading developer and producer of private label specialty lubricants for the outdoor power equipment, marine, recreational equipment, and off-road equipment markets.
Outcome
Sold to River Associates Investments, LLC
Buyer Location
Chattanooga, TN
Convenience-Oriented Home Hardware*
The Faucet Queens, Inc. Sold to PNC Equity Partners, L.P.
Client
The Faucet Queens, Inc.
Year
Client Location
Vernon Hills, IL
Ownership
Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS)
Description
The leading innovator and marketer of high quality, convenience-oriented home hardware products sold through the retail food and drug market.
Outcome
Sold to PNC Equity Partners, L.P.
Buyer Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Electrolyte Sports Beverages*
The Sqwincher Corporation Sold to Cordova, Smart & Williams, LLC
Client
The Sqwincher Corporation
Year
2006
Client Location
Columbus, MS
Ownership
Private
Description
The leading producer and marketer of branded electrolyte-replacement beverages specifically formulated for use in industrial settings.
Outcome
Sold to Cordova, Smart & Williams, LLC
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Power Generation Precision Parts*
TOG Manufacturing Company, Inc Sold to New England Capital Partners
Client
TOG Manufacturing Company, Inc
Year
2006
Client Location
North Adams, MA
Ownership
Green Mountain Partners and Pegasus Management Group
Description
Leading manufacturer of precision metal parts for the power generation and nuclear submarine markets.
Outcome
Sold to New England Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Newton, MA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Multi-Channel Consumer Services Marketer *
Circuit City Stores, Inc. Buyside advisor in the acquisition of Rapid Satellite
Client
Circuit City Stores, Inc.
Year
2005
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
NYSE:CC
Description
On-line retailer of satellite television services.
Outcome
Buyside advisor in the acquisition of Rapid Satellite
Buyer Location
Miami, FL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Global Health Consulting Services*
Constella Group Recapitalization involving sale of minority equity interest to Wachovia Capital Partners and Wakefield Group
Client
Constella Group
Year
2005
Client Location
Durham, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of outsourced health intelligence and technology services to public and private sector healthcare organizations.
Outcome
Recapitalization involving sale of minority equity interest to Wachovia Capital Partners and Wakefield Group
Buyer Location
Charlotte, NC
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Bagels and Muffins*
Fleischer’s Bagels, LLC Sold to Merit Capital Partners and Ancor Holdings, LLC
Client
Fleischer’s Bagels, LLC
Year
2005
Client Location
Macedon, NY
Ownership
Strategic Investments & Holdings, Inc.
Description
A leading producer and distributor of premium quality, private label, and branded packaged bagels.
Outcome
Sold to Merit Capital Partners and Ancor Holdings, LLC
Buyer Location
Chicago, IL , Fort Worth, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Fiber Optic Transport Equipment*
Force, Inc. Sold to EMCORE Corporation (NasdaqGM:EMKR)
Client
Force, Inc.
Year
2005
Client Location
Christiansburg, VA
Ownership
Montague Betts
Description
A provider of fiber optic transport equipment for the cable television, satellite, and private video network industries.
Outcome
Sold to EMCORE Corporation (NasdaqGM:EMKR)
Buyer Location
Albuquerque, NM
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Industrial Minerals (Mica)*
Kings Mountain Mica Operations Sold to Zemex Corporation (subsidary of Cementos Pacasmayo SAA)
Client
Kings Mountain Mica Operations
Year
2005
Client Location
Kings Mountain, NC
Ownership
Oglebay Norton Company
Description
Leading North American producer of muscovite mica.
Outcome
Sold to Zemex Corporation (subsidary of Cementos Pacasmayo SAA)
Buyer Location
Lima, Peru
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Digital Music Services*
Music Now Sold to AOL, Inc. (NYSE: AOL)
Client
Music Now
Year
2005
Client Location
Chicago, IL
Ownership
Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE:CC)
Description
Provider of digital music services.
Outcome
Sold to AOL, Inc. (NYSE: AOL)
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Industrial Minerals (Limestone)*
O-N Minerals (Lime) Company Sold to United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. (NASDAQ: USLM)
Client
O-N Minerals (Lime) Company
Year
2005
Client Location
Marble City, OK
Ownership
Oglebay Norton Company
Description
Provider of lime to a broad range of markets.
Outcome
Sold to United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. (NASDAQ: USLM)
Buyer Location
Dallas, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Automotive Trim Products*
Pressac Decorative Systems Sold to Riverlake Partners, LLC
Client
Pressac Decorative Systems
Year
2005
Client Location
Millington, MI
Ownership
Private
Description
Manufacturer of decorative components used primarily in the automotive industry.
Outcome
Sold to Riverlake Partners, LLC
Buyer Location
Portland, OR
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Pharmaceutical Contract Research*
Target Research Associates Sold to Jubilant Life Sciences
Client
Target Research Associates
Year
2005
Client Location
New Providence, N.J.
Ownership
The Interpublic Group of Companies
Description
Contract research organization serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to Jubilant Life Sciences
Buyer Location
New Delhi, India
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Orthopedic Bracing and Support Products*
FLA Holdings, Inc. Sold to The Riverside Company
Client
FLA Holdings, Inc.
Year
2004
Client Location
Miramar, FL
Ownership
Canaan Partners
Description
Manufacturer of orthopedic bracing and support products.
Outcome
Sold to The Riverside Company
Buyer Location
Cleveland, OH
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Industrial Battery Enclosures and Covers*
Hardigg Battery Products Sold to Richardson Molding, Inc.
Client
Hardigg Battery Products
Year
2004
Client Location
Columbus, IN
Ownership
Private
Description
Manufacturer of industrial battery jars, covers, and related products.
Outcome
Sold to Richardson Molding, Inc.
Buyer Location
Philadelphia, MS
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Branded and Private Label Headwear*
Imperial Headwear, Inc Sold to MCG Global
Client
Imperial Headwear, Inc
Year
2004
Client Location
Denver, CO
Ownership
Arena Brands, Inc.
Description
Provider of premium quality logo headwear to customers in the golf, private label, corporate, and outdoor markets.
Outcome
Sold to MCG Global
Buyer Location
Westport, CT
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Security Doors and Enclosures*
Metro Door, Inc. Sold to Brynwood Partners, LP
Client
Metro Door, Inc.
Year
2004
Client Location
Hauppauge, NY
Ownership
Strategic Investments & Holdings, Inc.
Description
Leading provider of incident-related repair services and security enclosures to over 1,000 retail and other accounts throughout the U.S.
Outcome
Sold to Brynwood Partners, LP
Buyer Location
Greenwich, CT
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Electronic Manufacturing Services*
Patapsco Designs Sold to ACDi
Client
Patapsco Designs
Year
2004
Client Location
Frederick, MD
Ownership
Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE:CC)
Description
Provider of electronic design, video surveillance and electronic manufacturing services.
Outcome
Sold to ACDi
Buyer Location
Frederick, MD
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Plastisol Compounds and Polyurethanes*
Rutland Plastics Sold to Laud Collier & Company, LLC, HSBC Capital (USA) Inc. and Stonehenge Partners
Client
Rutland Plastics
Year
2004
Client Location
Pineville, NC
Ownership
Canterbury Capital Partners
Description
Manufacturer of plastisol compounds and polyurethanes for a variety of commercial and industrial applications.
Outcome
Sold to Laud Collier & Company, LLC, HSBC Capital (USA) Inc. and Stonehenge Partners
Buyer Location
Roseland, NJ , New York, NY , Columbus, OH
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Retail Merchandising Services*
Storecast Merchandising Corporation Sold to Lake Capital
Client
Storecast Merchandising Corporation
Year
2004
Client Location
Malvern, PA
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of professional outsourced merchandising services.
Outcome
Sold to Lake Capital
Buyer Location
Chicago, IL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Ophthalmic Pharmaceuticals*
Akorn, Inc. Strategic advisory and valuation
Client
Akorn, Inc.
Year
2003
Client Location
Lake Forest, IL
Ownership
Akorn, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKRX)
Description
Specialty pharmaceutical products manufacturer.
Outcome
Strategic advisory and valuation
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Sign and Graphics Centers*
FASTSIGNS International, Inc. Sold to Roark Capital Group Inc.
Client
FASTSIGNS International, Inc.
Year
2003
Client Location
Carrollton, TX
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading franchisor of premium quality, quick service sign and graphics centers.
Outcome
Sold to Roark Capital Group Inc.
Buyer Location
Atlanta, GA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Highway and Airport Signage*
Interstate Highway Sign Corporation Sold to Private Equity Capital Corporation
Client
Interstate Highway Sign Corporation
Year
2003
Client Location
Little Rock, AR
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading producer of interstate highway guide signs in the U.S.
Outcome
Sold to Private Equity Capital Corporation
Buyer Location
Westport, CT
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Direct Mail Production Services*
Mail America Holding, Inc. Sold to Alaniz, LLC and Private Equity Capital Corporation
Client
Mail America Holding, Inc.
Year
2003
Client Location
Lynchburg, VA
Ownership
Ferro Management Group
Description
Provider of direct mail production and mailing list management services.
Outcome
Sold to Alaniz, LLC and Private Equity Capital Corporation
Buyer Location
Mt. Pleasant, IA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Tub and Shower Enclosures*
Praxis Industries, LLC Sold to Meridian Venture Partners and Summer Street Capital Partners
Client
Praxis Industries, LLC
Year
2003
Client Location
Savannah, TN
Ownership
The Hackney Group
Description
Manufacturer of bath tubs and showers for the residential, assisted living, and commercial markets.
Outcome
Sold to Meridian Venture Partners and Summer Street Capital Partners
Buyer Location
Radnor, PA , Buffalo, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Disease Management Services*
RMS Disease Management Sold to DaVita (NYSE: DVA)
Client
RMS Disease Management
Year
2003
Client Location
Deerfield, IL
Ownership
Baxter International (NYSE: BAX)
Description
Specialty disease management company focused on end stage renal disease.
Outcome
Sold to DaVita (NYSE: DVA)
Buyer Location
Torrance, CA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Vascular Access Surgery Centers*
RMS Lifeline Sold to DaVita (NYSE: DVA)
Client
RMS Lifeline
Year
2003
Client Location
Deerfield, IL
Ownership
Baxter International (NYSE: BAX)
Description
Vascular access specialty surgery management services company.
Outcome
Sold to DaVita (NYSE: DVA)
Buyer Location
Torrance, CA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
CNS-Focused Pharmaceutical Contract Research*
SCIREX Corporation Sold to Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC)
Client
SCIREX Corporation
Year
2003
Client Location
Horsham, PA
Ownership
Private
Description
Contract research organization serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC)
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Structural Steel Fabrication*
AFCO Steel Sold to W&W Steel Co.
Client
AFCO Steel
Year
2002
Client Location
Little Rock, AR
Ownership
Private
Description
Structural steel fabricator and provider of related services for the industrial and commercial building and bridge markets.
Outcome
Sold to W&W Steel Co.
Buyer Location
Oklahoma City, OK
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Medical Air and Gas Equipment*
Beacon Medical Products, LLC Sold to The Riverside Company
Client
Beacon Medical Products, LLC
Year
2002
Client Location
Charlotte, NC
Ownership
Beacon Industrial Group, LLC
Description
Manufacturer of centralized medical air and gas distribution equipment.
Outcome
Sold to The Riverside Company
Buyer Location
Cleveland, OH
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Industrial Cutting Tools*
Dahlgren Investments Buyside advisor in the acquisition of H&H Supply
Client
Dahlgren Investments
Year
2002
Client Location
Richmond, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Distributor of industrial cutting tools.
Outcome
Buyside advisor in the acquisition of H&H Supply
Buyer Location
Mechanicsville, VA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
In-Clinic Pharmacy Network*
Fallon Pharmacy Sold to CVS (NYSE: CVS)
Client
Fallon Pharmacy
Year
2002
Client Location
Worcester, MA
Ownership
Fallon Healthcare System
Description
In-clinic pharmacy network.
Outcome
Sold to CVS (NYSE: CVS)
Buyer Location
Woonsocket, RI
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Technology Leasing*
Panthus Technology GmbH Sold to M&S Elektronik AG
Client
Panthus Technology GmbH
Year
2002
Client Location
Syracuse, NY
Ownership
Panthus Corporation
Description
Full-service lessor of computers, peripherals, and other technology equipment.
Outcome
Sold to M&S Elektronik AG
Buyer Location
Niedernberg, Germany
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Pharmaceutical Contract Research*
Target Research Associates Sold to The Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG)
Client
Target Research Associates
Year
2002
Client Location
New Providence, N.J.
Ownership
Private
Description
Contract research organization serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to The Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG)
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Bus and Other Transportation Services*
VecTour Inc. Selected Operating Units Sold to various strategic purchasers, including Coach USA (Stagecoach Group plc), which acquired six of VecTour’s 14 divisions through a bankruptcy process.
Client
VecTour Inc. Selected Operating Units
Year
2002
Client Location
Throughout U.S.
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of bus, limousine, and other ground transportation services.
Outcome
Sold to various strategic purchasers, including Coach USA (Stagecoach Group plc), which acquired six of VecTour’s 14 divisions through a bankruptcy process.
Buyer Location
Houston, TX
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Industrial Fibers*
Astro Dye Works, Inc. Sold to Meridian Industries, Inc.
Client
Astro Dye Works, Inc.
Year
2001
Client Location
Calhoun, GA
Ownership
Ardshiel, Inc.
Description
Space dyer of a wide variety of yarns and a processor of novelty yarns for the automotive and other end markets.
Outcome
Sold to Meridian Industries, Inc.
Buyer Location
Milwaukee, WI
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Biopharmaceutical Contract Manufacturer*
Bio Science Contract Production Sold to Cambrex (NYSE: CBM)
Client
Bio Science Contract Production
Year
2001
Client Location
Baltimore, MD
Ownership
Private
Description
Contract biopharmaceutical manufacturer.
Outcome
Sold to Cambrex (NYSE: CBM)
Buyer Location
East Rutherford, NJ
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Convenience Store Canopies*
Lane Supply, Inc. Recapitalization
Client
Lane Supply, Inc.
Year
2001
Client Location
Arlington, TX
Ownership
Crates Thompson Capital, Inc.
Description
Manufacturer of canopies and fascia panels for the convenience store and retail petroleum industry.
Outcome
Recapitalization
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Contract Packaging and Fulfillment Services*
Copak Corporation Sold to Saddle Creek Corporation
Client
Copak Corporation
Year
2000
Client Location
Charlotte, NC
Ownership
Associated Response Services, Inc.
Description
Provider of contract packaging, product assembly, display assembly and fulfillment, shrink-wrapping, warehousing, and other third-party logistics services.
Outcome
Sold to Saddle Creek Corporation
Buyer Location
Lakeland, FL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Wood and Metal Recycling Services*
Dominion Wood Products Acquired Atlantic Disposal Services, Inc.
Client
Dominion Wood Products
Year
2000
Client Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Provider of scrap wood and metals collection services.
Outcome
Buyside advisor in the acquisition of Atlantic Disposal Services, Inc.
Buyer Location
Chesapeake, VA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Walk-In Freezers and Coolers*
Harford Duracool, LLC Sold to The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW)
Client
Harford Duracool, LLC
Year
2000
Client Location
Aberdeen, MD
Ownership
IPC Industries, Inc.
Description
Manufacturer of custom and standard walk-in coolers, freezers, dry storage rooms, and related equipment.
Outcome
Sold to The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW)
Buyer Location
Manitowoc, WI
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Integrated Electrical Control Systems*
W.A. Brown & Son, Inc., Electrical Controls Division Sold to Square D Company (subsidiary of Schneider Electric SA)
Client
Electrical Controls Division of W.A. Brown & Son [Electrical Controls Division of W.A. Brown & Son, Inc.]
Year
2000
Client Location
Salisbury, NC
Ownership
W.A. Brown & Son, Inc.
Description
Designer and assembler of integrated electrical control systems.
Outcome
Sold to Square D Company (subsidiary of Schneider Electric SA)
Buyer Location
Rueil-Malmaison, France
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Skilled Nursing Facility*
Woodbine Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Sold to Cambridge Healthcare Holdings, LLC
Client
Woodbine Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Year
2007
Client Location
Alexandria, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Leading skilled nursing facility providing a comprehensive range of long-term healthcare services.
Outcome
Sold to Cambridge Healthcare Holdings, LLC
Buyer Location
Free Union, VA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Textbook Fulfillment Services*
Distributors International Sold to Hudson River Capital LLC
Client
Distributors International
Year
1999
Client Location
Norcross, GA
Ownership
Associated Response Services, Inc.
Description
Provider of literature fulfillment, specialty printing, marketing support, and textbook depository services.
Outcome
Sold to Hudson River Capital LLC
Buyer Location
New York, NY
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Pharmaceutical Staffing Services*
The Woolf Group Sold to Professional Staff plc
Client
The Woolf Group
Year
1999
Client Location
Durham, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Specialty staffing services company serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Outcome
Sold to Professional Staff plc
Buyer Location
Slough, England
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Multi-Specialty Physician Practice*
Pratt Medical Center Sold to UniPhy Healthcare
Client
Pratt Medical Center
Year
1998
Client Location
Fredericksburg, VA
Ownership
Private
Description
Multi-specialty medical group.
Outcome
Sold to UniPhy Healthcare
Buyer Location
Nashville, TN
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Physician Practice Management*
HALIS, Inc. Acquired PhySource
Client
HALIS, Inc.
Year
1997
Client Location
Atlanta, GA
Ownership
OTCBB: HLIS
Description
A physician practice management company.
Outcome
Acquired PhySource
Buyer Location
Downers Grove, IL
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Orthodontic Practice Management Software*
HALIS, Inc. Sold OPMS subsidary to Infocare Corporation (NASDAQ: AMCS)
Client
HALIS, Inc.
Year
1997
Client Location
Atlanta, GA
Ownership
OTCBB: HLIS
Description
Provider of orthodontic practice management software.
Outcome
Sold OPMS subsidary to Infocare Corporation (NASDAQ: AMCS)
Buyer Location
Atlanta, GA
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Commercial Floor Coverings*
Collins & Aikman Floor Covering Buyout Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Collins & Aikman Floor Covering
Year
1997
Client Location
Dalton, GA
Ownership
Quad C Management, Inc.
Description
Manufacturer of commercial floor coverings.
Outcome
Buyout financing provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Plastisol Compounds and Polyurethanes*
Rutland Plastics Buyout Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Rutland Plastics
Year
Client Location
Pineville, NC
Ownership
Trivest Partners
Description
Manufacturer of plastisol compounds and polyurethanes for a variety of commercial and industrial applications.
Outcome
Buyout financing provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Manufactured Housing*
Brilliant Homes Buyout Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Brilliant Homes
Year
1994
Client Location
Brilliant, AL
Ownership
Frontline Capital
Description
Producer of manufactured housing.
Outcome
Buyout financing provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Commercial Contract Furniture Manufacturer*
Lowenstein Furniture / Trivest Acquisition Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Lowenstein Furniture / Trivest
Year
1993
Client Location
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Ownership
Trivest Partners
Description
Manufacturer of contract seating for the hospitality and office furniture markets.
Outcome
Acquisition financing provided by Heller Financial
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Automotive Aftermarket Electronic Parts*
Rostra Technologies, Inc. Recapitalization Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Rostra Technologies, Inc.
Year
1993
Client Location
Laurinburg, NC
Ownership
Private
Description
Manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical control devices and tools.
Outcome
Recapitalization financing provided by Heller Financial
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Tamper Evident Plastic Closures*
Portola Packaging Recapitalization Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Portola Packaging
Year
1992
Client Location
San Mateo, CA
Ownership
Private
Description
Manufacturer of tamper-evident plastic closures and plastic containers for the dairy, juice, and food industries.
Outcome
Recapitalization financing provided by Heller Financial
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Engineered Industrial & Commercial Flooring*
Stonhard, Inc. Recapitalization Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Stonhard, Inc.
Year
1992
Client Location
Mappleshade, NJ
Ownership
Private
Description
Manufacturer of polymer-based commercial and industrial flooring.
Outcome
Recapitalization financing provided by Heller Financial
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Scientific and Lab Equipment, Glassware, & Supplies*
SP Industries Recapitalization Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
SP Industries
Year
1991
Client Location
Vineland, NJ
Ownership
Trivest Partners
Description
Manufacturer of equipment and specialty glassware serving pharmaceutical, biotech, educational, industrial and OEM markets.
Outcome
Recapitalization financing provided by Heller Financial
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Electrical OEM & Electronic Assembly Supplies*
Electrical Insulation Suppliers Management Buyout Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Electrical Insulation Suppliers
Year
1990
Client Location
Atlanta, GA
Ownership
Private
Description
Distributor of process materials, production supplies, and industrial motor repair products.
Outcome
Management buyout financing provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
Medical Practice Management Software*
Medic Computer Systems, Inc. Buyout Financing Provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Client
Medic Computer Systems, Inc.
Year
1990
Client Location
Raleigh, NC
Ownership
Springdale Venture Partners and the Wakefield Group
Description
Provider of physician practice management software.
Outcome
Buyout financing provided by Heller Financial, Inc.
Buyer Location
N/A
Transaction completed by principal while employed by previous firm.
