Zorch International
Private Equity Round in 2012
Zorch International, established in 2002, is a Chicago-based company that specializes in brand promotion services. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including promotional and corporate merchandising, web stores, premiums and gift cards, procurement, employee recognition programs, event management, custom product design, brand development, overseas sourcing, reporting, tradeshow support, data analysis, warehousing, distribution, and kitting. Zorch differentiates itself by employing a disciplined, systematic approach to streamline the buying process, reducing costs, risks, and processing times. This unique model has earned it recognition from Fortune 500 companies, leading suppliers, and top marketing agencies within the $20 billion branded merchandise industry.
Zorch International
Private Equity Round in 2008
Zorch International, established in 2002, is a Chicago-based company that specializes in brand promotion services. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including promotional and corporate merchandising, web stores, premiums and gift cards, procurement, employee recognition programs, event management, custom product design, brand development, overseas sourcing, reporting, tradeshow support, data analysis, warehousing, distribution, and kitting. Zorch differentiates itself by employing a disciplined, systematic approach to streamline the buying process, reducing costs, risks, and processing times. This unique model has earned it recognition from Fortune 500 companies, leading suppliers, and top marketing agencies within the $20 billion branded merchandise industry.
V.I.O.
Venture Round in 2007
V.I.O. is a leading video technology company that pioneered the point-of-view (POV) category more than a decade ago. V.I.O. provides a wide range of video solutions, selling products designed for a broad spectrum of industry segments and applications, including B2B and B2C. V.I.O. is the manufacturer of the POV.HD and Stream. The POV.HD is a compact camera that is ideal for capturing video from a fixed or mounted position. The POV.HD features a 2-inch display screen and four recording modes. POV.HD can be operated with a wireless remote control. The V.I.O. Stream is a camera that facilitates real-time full HD 1080p video streaming for any browser-based device. Stream is Web programmable, allowing complete control of features from any browser-based device, includes an open API designed for seamless integration and features a simple HTTP and XML-based architecture. Stream also features a rugged form factor, superior connectivity and multiple power options. V.I.O. is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Superior Fibers
Acquisition in 2006
Superior Fibers, LLC is a manufacturer based in Irving, Texas, specializing in fiberglass products for various applications, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) air filtration. Founded in 1984, the company produces a range of items such as air filters for residential and commercial use, paint arrestors for overspray applications, and fiberglass media for industrial coating. Additionally, Superior Fibers supplies products for light diffusers in daylighting systems, lofted fiberglass reinforced polyurethane materials, railroad bag filters, and roof ridge vents. The company operates manufacturing and sales offices in Irving, Texas; Reedsville, West Virginia; and Shawnee, Ohio. Previously, Superior Fibers functioned as a subsidiary of Superior Composites, Co., LLC.
Affy Tapple
Acquisition in 2005
Affy Tapple LLC, established in 1948 and headquartered in Niles, Illinois, specializes in producing and distributing caramelized apples and other confections. The company offers a range of products including caramel corns, chocolate nut clusters, and chocolate covered pretzels under its Affy Tapple brand, catering primarily to the grocery and foodservice industry. Additionally, through its Mrs. Prindable's brand, it provides gourmet caramel apples and handmade confections. The company sells its products directly to fundraising events and also through its factory store in Niles.
HexArmor
Acquisition in 2005
HexArmor is a manufacturer of industrial personal protective equipment, specializing in high-quality safety products designed to protect workers in various environments. The company focuses on developing advanced technologies that enhance cut, puncture, needle, impact, and abrasion resistance while ensuring comfort and dexterity. HexArmor's product range includes gloves, aprons, and arm guards, all crafted in the United States. The company emphasizes collaboration, actively seeking end-user feedback to inform the design and functionality of its offerings. By prioritizing customer input, HexArmor aims to create application-specific solutions that address real safety challenges in the workplace, establishing itself as a trusted advisor in safety programs.
Jacob Ash
Acquisition in 2004
Jacob Ash Holdings, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of gloves, headwear, and accessories for the consumer retail sector. The company offers a wide range of seasonal apparel, including hunting gloves, backpacks, and fishing vests, as well as various types of gloves such as deerskin, elk skin, and ski gloves. Jacob Ash also provides casual apparel accessories and rainwear. Its products are marketed through sales representatives and authorized online retailers primarily in the United States. Founded in 1930, Jacob Ash is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in New York City and Montreal, Canada.