Brazos Private Equity Partners

BlackHawk Industrial is a company that specializes in providing high-quality industrial products and equipment, along with comprehensive services such as inventory management, fabrication, packaging, and procurement. With a commitment to fostering strong local relationships, BlackHawk Industrial strives to exceed the expectations of its customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. The company operates numerous locations across North America, offering access to a diverse range of standard and custom products from thousands of manufacturers. Its streamlined distribution program is designed to significantly reduce total costs for clients, making it a valuable partner in the industrial sector.

Eberle Design, Inc. is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance component products aimed at enhancing traffic control systems across various sectors, including transportation, parking, and emergency services. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, such as signal monitors, vehicle detectors, power supplies, flashers, and load switches, which facilitate the integration, automation, and management of traffic highways and intersections. Eberle Design's products are designed with built-in setup and diagnostic tools, providing significant value to traffic control professionals by simplifying installation and troubleshooting processes. All products are manufactured in the USA and adhere to the Buy American Act, ensuring compliance and supporting local industry. Eberle Design is also an active member of several industry organizations, reinforcing its commitment to safety and innovation in traffic management solutions.

Southern Tide, LLC, founded in 2005 by Allen Stephenson in Greenville, South Carolina, specializes in manufacturing and selling high-quality clothing, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children. The brand is known for its classic Southern style, offering a wide range of products including polos, sport shirts, blazers, T-shirts, outerwear, pants, shorts, swimwear, and various accessories like hats, belts, and drinkware. Additionally, Southern Tide provides bedding items such as comforters, sheets, and decorative pillows, as well as towels and shower curtains. The company distributes its products through various retailers across the United States, the Virgin Islands, and Bermuda, alongside an online sales platform. With a focus on craftsmanship and clean design, Southern Tide has established itself as a leader in youthful Southern fashion, appealing to customers who value both tradition and modern trends. As of April 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of S/T Group Holdings, LLC.

European Wax Center, founded by siblings David and Joshua Coba in 2004, is a franchisor and operator specializing in out-of-home waxing services for both men and women. The company offers a unique waxing experience in a modern environment characterized by clean lines and private waxing suites. It employs professionally trained waxing experts dedicated to providing exceptional service. European Wax Center distinguishes itself by offering a complimentary first wax for new clients, covering areas such as brows, underarms, and bikini lines for women, as well as nose, ears, and brows for men. In addition to waxing services, the company generates revenue from the sale of its proprietary wax products.

Vision Source, L.P. is a healthcare organization that operates a network of over 2,000 independent optometry practices in North America. Founded in 1991 and based in Kingwood, Texas, the company provides a wide range of eye care services, including comprehensive eye health examinations, diabetic retinal assessments, and the management of chronic eye diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration. Vision Source also facilitates collaborative care with primary care physicians to enhance patient outcomes. In addition to eye care services, the company distributes various vision care products, including eyeglass lenses, frames, contact lenses, and eye drops. Furthermore, it offers a selection of apparel and promotional products online. Vision Source functions as a subsidiary of Essilor of America, Inc.

The Winebow Group, LLC is a prominent importer and distributor of fine wines and craft spirits in the United States, with a history dating back to 1980. Based in Glen Allen, Virginia, the company serves a diverse clientele that includes restaurants, retailers, chains, clubs, and grocery stores. It offers a comprehensive portfolio that features both established, family-owned wineries and innovative new producers from key wine-growing regions worldwide. The Winebow Group is committed to quality and education, ensuring that its distribution network supports nearly half of the wine consumption in the U.S. The company operates across multiple states, including Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Virginia, among others, providing exceptional service and expertise that distinguishes it within the fine wine and craft spirits market.

As North America’s largest independent security distributor, Tri-Ed provides security dealers and integrators state-of-the-art solutions from the industry’s leading manufacturers of CCTV, IP video, connectivity, access control, fire, intrusion, sound, communications, structured cabling and home automation products.

Impact Confections, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of a diverse range of confectionery products, including sour candies, chewy cubes, hard candies, chocolate-covered marshmallows, and seasonal treats for various holidays. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Littleton, Colorado, the company operates manufacturing facilities in Janesville, Wisconsin, and internationally. Its products are sold through a network of wholesalers, distributors, and retailers, including dollar stores and convenience and grocery stores, across the United States, Canada, Australia, and other international markets. Impact Confections aims to provide a variety of traditional and innovative candy options to meet consumer preferences.

Morton Industrial Group is a contract manufacturer of highly-engineered metal components and subassemblies for construction, industrial,and agricultural original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”).

Fuel Systems manufactures and supplies fuel tanks for a variety of commercial vehicles and other industrial and off-highway applications. The company’s tanks have capacities ranging from 25 to 150 gallons and have polished, etched, or painted finishes. Fuel Systems manufactures fuel tanks at four domestic manufacturing facilities located in Springfield, Ohio; Charlotte, North Carolina; Wytheville, Virginia; and Chicago, Illinois.

ORS Nasco, Inc. is a wholesale distributor of industrial and safety supplies, catering to various industries including welding, safety, energy, and construction. Founded in 1959 and based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with additional offices in Canada and the United Arab Emirates, the company offers a wide range of products. Its distribution portfolio includes abrasives, adhesives, sealants, chemicals, electrical and lighting goods, fasteners, hand tools, HVAC equipment, and more. ORS Nasco focuses on providing customers access to a diverse selection of tools and products from multiple brands at competitive prices. Additionally, the company offers print and digital marketing solutions to enhance its service offerings.

Strategic Equipment & Supply is one of the largest full-service providers of foodservice equipment, supply and design solutions to restaurants and foodservice providers in the United States.

Walls Outdoor Goods provides men's outdoor workwear, including UPF+50 work shirts, double knee work pants, coveralls, work jacket and more. The Company sells its products to mass merchandisers, home improvement centers, independent retailers, sporting goods, specialty, and farm stores.

Cheddar’s Restaurants is a leading owner and franchisor of casual dining restaurants under the "Cheddar's" and "Fish Daddy's" brands. Cheddar’s was founded in 1978 by Aubrey Good and Doug Rogers and, operates over 60 restaurants throughout the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest. The Cheddar's concept is to provide high-quality "American" food (i.e. chicken, steak, ribs, sandwiches, salads, etc.) in a casual atmosphere at a reasonable price. Cheddar's has created one of the leading casual dining brands in each of its markets.

Republic Group is an industry designation for our group of affiliated insurers and related companies. Each company of Republic Group is a separate legal entitiy. Republic Companies focused provider of personal and commercial property and casualty insurance products to individuals and small to medium-size businesses primarily in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and New Mexico, a large and fast-growing region.

Lone Star Overnight is a provider of overnight, time-definite express package delivery services, catering primarily to the logistics industry. The company utilizes both air and ground transportation to facilitate parcel delivery, ensuring efficient and reliable shipping solutions for its clients. In addition to express shipping, Lone Star Overnight offers tracking services, enabling customers to monitor their shipments in real-time. By focusing on affordable overnight shipping, the company aims to meet the diverse needs of its clientele while maintaining a commitment to quality and service.

Shelter Distribution and its predecessor companies have been distributing quality roofing, siding, windows and related products to contractors, builders, lumberyards and home centers for nearly 70 years.

Rennhack Marketing Services, Inc. specializes in providing integrated incentive programs and solutions primarily for financial institutions, including banks and credit unions. Established in 1976 and headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, the company offers a range of services that include cross-sell, retention, and referral marketing programs, as well as employee and travel rewards, merchandise incentives, and gift cards. Additionally, Rennhack Marketing Services features eRedēm, an online platform for program management, tracking, and inventory reporting. The company focuses on delivering insight-driven marketing solutions that align with its clients' growth objectives, leveraging technology and innovative strategies to motivate customer behaviors and optimize program outcomes.

eVentures Group operates and invests in internet communications companies.