CIC Partners

CIC Partners, established in 1983 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a private equity firm specializing in lower mid-market investments. The firm focuses on buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital strategies, primarily investing in the food, restaurant, retail, energy, and healthcare services sectors. With a track record of over 40 investments, CIC Partners targets companies with revenues ranging from $10 million to $1 billion, demonstrating a broad industry reach and a commitment to supporting the growth of established businesses across the United States.

Fouad Bashour

Partner

Katherine Chu

Associate

Paul Civello

Senior Associate

Chris Cowan

Sector Partner and Operating Partner

Marshall Payne

Partner

Chuck Rawley

Operating Partner, Restaurant and Retail

Michael Rawlings

Partner

Ron Rinard

Operating Partner, Energy

Mike Rowe

Operating Partner, Healthcare

Anil Sastry

Operating Partner, Food

Barry Schochet

Operating Partner, Healthcare

Amir Yoffe

Partner

Paul M. Zmigrosky

Operating Partner, Food

21 past transactions

Tiff's Treats

Venture Round in 2021
Tiff's Treats is a bakery chain based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in baked-to-order cookies and brownies. Established in 1999, the company offers a diverse selection of baked goods, including warm cookies, brownies, ice creams, and frozen desserts. Tiff's Treats focuses on providing consumers with delicious baked delicacies, emphasizing freshness and quality in its products. The brand is known for its commitment to delivering tasty treats that cater to a variety of preferences, making it a popular choice for those seeking indulgent yet accessible confectioneries.

Naturopéra

Debt Financing in 2021
NATUROPERA's vision is therefore to help change consumption to restore the balance of life. compositions and formulations respectful of the environment.

Agronutris

Debt Financing in 2021
Agronutris is a biotechnology firm focused on rearing and transforming insects into proteins for animal nutrition and organic fertilizers. The company produces protein-rich products designed to meet the nutritional needs of various animals, particularly in the aquaculture and pet food sectors. Their offerings include insect meal with a high nutritional profile, as well as organic fertilizers like Fairtil, Ultrain, and Liboost. By leveraging bioconversion processes, Agronutris aims to contribute to sustainable practices within the agri-food industry, helping to address global food challenges while promoting environmental preservation.

TSU One

Private Equity Round in 2021
TSU One is a company that specializes in utility contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. It focuses on the maintenance, repair, and installation of natural gas and electric distribution infrastructure. The company offers a range of services, including the installation of underground electric, gas, and telecommunication systems. Additionally, TSU One provides civil construction services and turn-key solutions for gas infrastructure projects, handling repairs and replacements on various types of gas distribution and transmission systems, including steel, cast iron, PVC, and poly materials.

Tri-State Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2020
Tri-State Holdings provides water transportation and disposal services primarily to oil and gas producers.

Tiff's Treats

Venture Round in 2020
Tiff's Treats is a bakery chain based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in baked-to-order cookies and brownies. Established in 1999, the company offers a diverse selection of baked goods, including warm cookies, brownies, ice creams, and frozen desserts. Tiff's Treats focuses on providing consumers with delicious baked delicacies, emphasizing freshness and quality in its products. The brand is known for its commitment to delivering tasty treats that cater to a variety of preferences, making it a popular choice for those seeking indulgent yet accessible confectioneries.

Talan

Venture Round in 2018
Talan is a consulting firm that focuses on technology innovation and transformation, serving clients primarily in the finance, energy, and telecom sectors. The company provides a range of services, including data intelligence, cloud solutions, and artificial intelligence, which facilitate the digital transformation of its clients. Talan is dedicated to understanding the implications of its actions, ensuring that its services effectively support the evolving needs of businesses in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

RMX Resources

Private Equity Round in 2018
RMX Resources is an independent oil and gas company that focuses on the acquisition and development of conventionally oil properties. The company was established in 2018 and is headquartered in La Habra Heights, California, United States.

DynaGrid Construction Group

Private Equity Round in 2018
DynaGrid Construction Group, L.L.C., established in 2008 and based in Lewisville, Texas, specializes in construction services for the utilities market. The company focuses on sitework and foundation work related to substations, switch stations, and transmission lines. DynaGrid offers a comprehensive range of services, including rock drilling, slurry drilling, micro piles, erosion control, substation pads, and duct bank system installation. This diverse expertise enables the company to provide safe and reliable project execution for various below-grade construction needs within the electric utility infrastructure sector.

Tiff's Treats

Series D in 2017
Tiff's Treats is a bakery chain based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in baked-to-order cookies and brownies. Established in 1999, the company offers a diverse selection of baked goods, including warm cookies, brownies, ice creams, and frozen desserts. Tiff's Treats focuses on providing consumers with delicious baked delicacies, emphasizing freshness and quality in its products. The brand is known for its commitment to delivering tasty treats that cater to a variety of preferences, making it a popular choice for those seeking indulgent yet accessible confectioneries.

OmniSYS

Private Equity Round in 2017
OmniSYS, LLC is a healthcare information technology company based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in solutions for the retail pharmacy industry. Founded in 1988, OmniSYS is recognized as a leader in Medicare Part B claims reimbursement and compliance services, catering to pharmacies, healthcare facilities, suppliers, and Pharmacy Benefit Management organizations. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products, including CareCLAIM for medical claims management, OmniLINK for patient engagement, Analytix for business intelligence, and Fusion-Rx for patient communication. With a focus on streamlining the claims process and enhancing patient engagement, OmniSYS supports over 35,000 suppliers and processes more than 40 million claims annually across all 50 states. Their commitment to service is reflected in their 24/7 customer support and a Denial Tracking Program that achieves high collection rates for clients. OmniSYS actively monitors regulatory compliance, ensuring that their clients are equipped to navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape effectively.

Tiff's Treats

Series C in 2016
Tiff's Treats is a bakery chain based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in baked-to-order cookies and brownies. Established in 1999, the company offers a diverse selection of baked goods, including warm cookies, brownies, ice creams, and frozen desserts. Tiff's Treats focuses on providing consumers with delicious baked delicacies, emphasizing freshness and quality in its products. The brand is known for its commitment to delivering tasty treats that cater to a variety of preferences, making it a popular choice for those seeking indulgent yet accessible confectioneries.

Activa Resources

Acquisition in 2016
Activa Resources, LLC is an independent oil and gas company which focuses on the acquisition, development and exploitation of oil and natural gas properties in the United States. The company owns a portfolio of drilling rights to oil and natural gas projects. The company’s management comprises oil industry experts with many years operational experience at major international oil companies. Activa commenced production of oil and natural gas in 2005.

Willie's Grill and Icehouse

Acquisition in 2015
Willie's Grill & Icehouse LLC is a fast casual restaurant chain based in Houston, Texas, operating 17 locations across Central Texas, including cities such as Conroe, Sugar Land, San Antonio, and New Braunfels. Founded in 1982, the establishment offers a diverse menu featuring starters, salads, burgers, seafood, steaks, ribs, chicken, sandwiches, and Po-boys, as well as kids' meals and desserts. In addition to its dining options, Willie's Grill & Icehouse provides catering services, aiming to create a relaxed atmosphere where customers can enjoy hearty meals alongside a selection of ice-cold beer and wine.

L&L Foods Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2012
L&L Foods is a prominent provider of food packaging solutions, specializing in high-volume and portion control applications. The company excels in innovative packaging for a variety of products, including croutons, nuts, and seeds, utilizing specialized systems for sticky items and offering both tray and non-tray options. L&L Foods combines extensive product knowledge, sourcing capabilities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the development and enhancement of popular food items. With a focus on quality and value, L&L Foods is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its customers in the food industry.

SPG Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2011
SPG Holdings offers their customers a strategic partnership that contributes to their long term profitability and success. Their advanced technology drives competitive FOB pricing while our multiple product capabilities facilitate streamlined logistics management, lower transportation costs, and lower carbon emissions.

BTG Pactual

Private Equity Round in 2010
BTG Pactual is a Brazilian financial services firm, established in 1983, offering a range of services including investment banking, corporate lending, sales and trading, wealth management, and asset management. Its asset management arm, founded in 1984, manages equity and fixed income portfolios, mutual funds, and hedge funds for both individual and institutional clients globally, employing a blend of fundamental and quantitative analysis. The firm also provides advisory services in mergers and acquisitions, wealth planning, loans, and financings, along with investment solutions and market analyses.

Red Mango

Series A in 2008
Red Mango, LLC, founded in 2002 and based in Dallas, Texas, specializes in the retail of non-fat and low-fat frozen yogurt, fruit smoothies, and a variety of healthy food options. The company offers a range of products including sweet and creamy yogurt, fro-yo mashups, parfaits, sandwiches, salads, skinny sorbettos, and natural juices. It provides customers with the convenience of online ordering and operates retail locations in the United States, Mexico, El Salvador, Uruguay, and South Korea. Additionally, Red Mango offers franchise opportunities to expand its brand presence. The company focuses on delivering nutritious and tasty options that are low in fat and enriched with calcium and protein.

Bagby Energy

Acquisition in 2006
Bagby Energy explores and produces natural gas, crude oil, and other oil products. The company is headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

SignStorey

Series A in 2005
CBS Outernet provides in-store digital media networks to the grocery industry in the United States. The company's media distribution platform helps grocery retailers, advertisers, and content providers to market their products to individual shoppers. It also offers a range of implementation and production services. The company, formerly SignStorey, Inc., was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut. CBS Outernet is a former subsidiary of Gerber Scientific, Inc. As of October 5, 2007, CBS Outernet is a subsidiary of CBS Corporation.
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