Brightstar Capital Partners

Brightstar Capital Partners is a private equity firm established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, New York. The firm focuses on creating value through proprietary private equity investments, leveraging a robust network that includes its team, investors, portfolio companies, and third-party advisors. Brightstar targets investments in various sectors, including business services, consumer services, industrial services, and government services and technology. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Brightstar employs active value creation strategies to enhance the performance of its investments, ensuring that connectivity within its network serves as a significant source of opportunity and value for all stakeholders involved.

Matthew Allard

Partner and Member of the Investment Committee

Joseph Bartek

CFO and Partner

Reidar Brekke

Partner and Member of the Investment Committee

Brian Cronin

Principal

Michael Drexler

Managing Director and Chief Strategy Officer

Gordon Eides

Associate

Maha Eltobgy

Managing Director and Chief Sustainability Officer

Aishwarya Gondesi

Senior Associate

Justin Han

Associate

Jacob Herschend

Principal

Charles Hill

Associate

Gary Hokkanen

Senior Partner and Investment Committee Observer

Jeffrey Johnsen

Associate

Simi Kavthekar

Vice President

Grant LaFurney

Associate

Tom Meredith

Partner

David Millar

Associate

Renee Noto

Partner, Investment Committee Member and President

Jonathan Quigley

Managing Director and Chief Network Officer

Bruce Roberson

President, COO and Member of the Investment Committee

Larry Schmidlapp

Principal

Noah Siegel

Vice President

Michael Singer

Partner

Nate Skolds

Associate

Sam Totusek

Principal

Yue Xi

Principal

Margaret Parks Zerman

Principal

15 past transactions

The W.W. Williams Company

Acquisition in 2025
The W.W. Williams Company is one of the largest networks in the United States specializing in the sale and service of industrial power products. The company provides a range of services including repair of diesel engines and transmissions, heavy-duty gearbox services, and comprehensive bumper-to-bumper truck repair. Additionally, it offers products such as transport refrigeration systems and power generation solutions. W.W. Williams caters to various sectors, including on-highway truck fleets, off-highway equipment users, commercial facility owners, and the Department of Defense. Through its commitment to supply chain management and logistics services, the company ensures that its clients' machinery and vehicles operate at peak efficiency.

Best Choice Roofing

Acquisition in 2024
Best Choice Roofing offers a variety of roof repair and replacement solutions with a focus on quality and customer service.

AGS

Acquisition in 2024
AGS is a global company that designs and supplies a range of gaming products and services tailored for the gaming industry. It primarily focuses on electronic gaming machines (EGM), server-based systems, and back-office solutions utilized by casinos and various gaming establishments. AGS operates through three main segments: EGM, Table Products, and Interactive. The EGM segment features a selection of video slot titles and cabinets designed for the international market. The Table Products division offers live proprietary table games, side bets, and related ancillary products. Additionally, the Interactive segment delivers gaming experiences through mobile applications like Lucky Play Casino and Vegas Fever, enhancing the company's diverse portfolio of entertaining gaming options for players worldwide.

Ausenco

Private Equity Round in 2023
Ausenco is a provider of engineering and project management services tailored to the energy and resources sectors. The company delivers a comprehensive range of services throughout the entire project lifecycle, beginning with preliminary feasibility studies and extending to the construction of large-scale projects. Its offerings include engineering, consulting, construction, project delivery, and asset management, which encompass asset optimization, commissioning, conceptual design, and plant operations and maintenance. By supporting clients from the initial stages of project development through to ongoing management and maintenance, Ausenco aims to uphold high global standards in its field.

Douglas Products

Acquisition in 2023
Douglas Products is a leading manufacturer of specialty chemical products for pest management, thermal fluids, and sanitary sewer applications. Douglas also has a Special Projects Division to meet your specialty chemical project management needs. A family-owned and operated business since 1916, Douglas has earned its century old, excellent reputation for quality products and customer service. Effective, high-quality chemicals help the environment by lowering use rates and resistance. The more effective the chemistry the less you need to solve the problem.

WindsorONE

Acquisition in 2022
WindsorONE is a manufacturer of fabricated wood products catering to the repair and remodel market. The company specializes in a variety of offerings, including trim boards, shiplap, tongue and groove boards, and moldings for both interior and exterior applications. WindsorONE emphasizes product quality, ensuring that its offerings are smooth, straight, and come with a prime coat, making them suitable for a range of construction and design projects.

Novae Corporation

Acquisition in 2021
Novae Corporation is a machinery company that manufactures utility trailers and lawn care equipment.

America's Group

Acquisition in 2021
XLerate Group is a prominent auction and remarketing facilitation company operating across multiple states, including California, Texas, Mississippi, Florida, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. The company specializes in providing automotive remarketing services for dealers and institutional customers. XLerate Group operates simulcast-enabled physical auction locations alongside mobile and multi-seller platforms to streamline transactions between buyers and sellers. Their commitment is to deliver high-quality service and operational execution, ensuring that customer expectations are consistently met.

Engineering Research and Consulting

Acquisition in 2021
Engineering Research and Consulting offers aerospace engineering, IT, R&D, network administration and consultation services.

Amerit Fleet Solutions

Acquisition in 2020
Amerit Fleet Solutions, Inc. is a provider of fleet maintenance and management services across North America, catering to a diverse range of vehicle types, including alternative fuel vehicles. The company specializes in creating customized service programs that enhance operational efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance. Amerit operates a network of fleet service centers and mobile repair units, which allows for maintenance and repair services to be delivered both at their facilities and on-site, addressing the specific needs of clients. With a focus on minimizing downtime and maximizing performance, Amerit aims to standardize quality and generate cost savings for fleets throughout the United States. Founded as KelleyAmerit Fleet Services, the company rebranded to Amerit Fleet Solutions in September 2012 and is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.

Likewize

Acquisition in 2020
Likewize is a global provider of comprehensive solutions for technology disruption, catering to the needs of both consumers and businesses. The company offers a range of services, including insurance, device protection, repairs, trade-ins, recycling, and premium tech support, partnering with major brands, telecommunications companies, and banks to serve nearly a billion customers worldwide. Operating in over 30 countries, Likewize resolves approximately 250 million technology-related issues each year. Additionally, the company specializes in simplifying the mobile technology landscape through wireless distribution, supply chain management, and value-added services, enabling device manufacturers and retailers to enhance their business models and improve customer engagement.

Capstone Nutrition

Acquisition in 2019
Capstone Nutrition, LLC specializes in the development and manufacturing of science-based nutrition products and over-the-counter (OTC) items. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Ogden, Utah, the company operates state-of-the-art facilities in both Ogden and Spring Hill, Tennessee. Capstone serves a diverse clientele by offering a comprehensive range of services, including product formulation, laboratory testing, and packaging of various products such as tablets, capsules, and powders. Their offerings cater to multiple health markets, including specialty health, functional food, immunity support, and skincare. Capstone is recognized for its commitment to quality, holding several industry certifications like NSF GMP and NSF for Sport, ensuring high manufacturing standards. With a focus on innovation, Capstone Nutrition provides a one-stop solution for businesses seeking to create high-quality nutrition products.

Bobcat of St. Louis

Acquisition in 2019
Bobcat of St. Louis, also known as Gateway Bobcat, LLC, has been a key player in the industrial equipment market since its establishment in 1990. Located in St. Louis, the company specializes in the sales, parts, and service of Bobcat® and Doosan®-branded equipment. It caters to a diverse clientele, including farmers, ranchers, construction professionals, and landscape contractors, offering a wide range of equipment and attachments designed to enhance productivity in various tasks such as mowing, tilling, raking, grading, and snow removal. In addition to sales, Bobcat of St. Louis provides rental services, ensuring customers have access to the necessary machinery and equipment for their projects. With a commitment to customer service, the company is well-equipped to meet the needs of both new and existing clients.

QualTek

Acquisition in 2018
QualTek is a technology-driven provider of infrastructure services specializing in the 5G wireless, telecom, power grid modernization, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America. With over 80 operation centers and a workforce exceeding 5,000 employees, QualTek has established a comprehensive national presence that enables rapid responses to customer needs. The company operates in two segments: Telecommunications, and Renewables and Recovery. In addition to its core services, QualTek has gained recognition as a leader in disaster recovery logistics for electric utilities, leveraging proprietary technology for advanced reporting and invoicing to enhance operational efficiency.

Global Resale

Acquisition in 2016
Global Resale specializes in lifecycle management solutions for technology assets, collaborating with manufacturers, carriers, resellers, and corporate clients to enhance the replacement process for devices and maximize their residual value. The company collects a wide variety of devices at the end of their initial lifecycle, ensuring secure data destruction before refurbishing and reselling them through various online retail, reseller, and wholesale channels worldwide. By rigorously testing and inspecting each device in certified facilities, Global Resale provides customers with high-quality, certified equipment while optimizing financial returns on their technology assets.
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