Centre Lane Partners

Centre Lane Partners is a private investment firm established in 2007 and based in New York, New York. The firm specializes in investing in a diverse range of sectors, including consumer, business and financial services, healthcare services, industrial, media, software, and technology. With a team that possesses extensive expertise in private equity, credit, corporate finance, and operational management, Centre Lane Partners aims to partner with management teams to enhance company growth and create long-term value. The firm combines its financial acumen with operational insights to support strategic initiatives and foster sustainable development in the companies it invests in.

Kenneth Lau

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Upacala Mapatuna

Managing Director

Mayank Singh

Managing Director

9 past transactions

Salary.com

Private Equity Round in 2021
Salary.com is a leading provider of employee compensation data, software, and services, catering to enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. The company offers enterprise software that enables organizations to efficiently manage compensation expenditures through real-time data and analytical tools. Its website serves as a recognized resource for reliable information on employee pay levels, compensation trends, and best practices. By combining cloud-based data and software with professional services, Salary.com makes the expertise of certified compensation professionals accessible to a wide audience, facilitating informed decision-making for various stakeholders.

Synacor

Acquisition in 2021
Synacor, Inc. is a digital technology company that specializes in providing email and collaboration software, cloud-based identity management platforms, managed web and mobile portals, and advertising solutions. Operating through two segments, Software & Services and Portal & Advertising, Synacor enables its clients, including video and internet providers, telecommunications companies, device manufacturers, and government entities, to monetize media and enhance customer engagement. Its Cloud ID Authentication platform offers secure identity and access management solutions, while its Email/Collaboration services include white-label hosting and security. The company’s robust portal framework and provisioning platform facilitate the delivery of premium content and services, allowing service providers to maintain consumer engagement across various devices. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Synacor was previously known as CKMP, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.

Turning

Acquisition in 2019
Turning Technologies, LLC specializes in developing audience response systems and data collection solutions for K-12 schools, universities, and businesses globally. Established in 2002, the company has delivered over 15 million response devices and is recognized as a leading provider in its field. Its flagship product, TurningPoint, integrates interactive questions into PowerPoint presentations, while ResponseWare enables participants to respond using smartphones, tablets, or computers. The company also offers a range of assessment tools, such as the ExamView Assessment Suite for creating and managing assessments, and Test Manager for managing rosters and analyzing results. Additional products include interactive whiteboards, mobile testing solutions, and a web-based platform for content creation and polling. Following its acquisition of eInstruction in 2013, Turning expanded its offerings to include innovative classroom technology and collaborative solutions. The Triton Data Collection System further enhances its portfolio by providing a reliable testing solution that combines traditional paper testing with the advantages of computer-based assessments.

Infobase Publishing

Acquisition in 2018
Infobase Publishing is one of America's providers of supplemental educational materials to the school and library markets. Product formats include books, eBooks, online databases, eLearning Modules, videos, and digital products under such well-known names as Facts On File, Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Chelsea House, Bloom's Literary Criticism, World Almanac®, and Ferguson Publishing. With thousands of titles and numerous award winners, Infobase provides students, librarians, and educators with authoritative, reliable resources supporting the curriculum across a wide variety of subject areas˜from history, science, and literature to careers, health, and social issues.

Alternative Biomedical Solutions

Acquisition in 2018
Alternative BioMedical Solutions is a provider of laboratory technologies and services catering to both established and emerging markets. The company specializes in high-performance mass spectrometry, toxicology, and chemistry measurement systems, serving diverse sectors including physicians' offices, pain clinics, criminal justice, and pharmaceutical laboratories. Its product offerings include analyzers, reagents, consumables, and laboratory data management systems, as well as customized service agreements aimed at improving the efficiency and accuracy of laboratory operations. In addition to its distribution services, the company engages in consulting activities to further enhance laboratory practices, thus positioning itself as an innovative player in the evolving field of laboratory science.

Perform[cb]

Acquisition in 2016
Perform[cb] is a powerhouse in performance marketing, specializing in the cost-per-acquisition marketing model.

Vitamin World

Acquisition in 2016
Vitamin World, Inc. is a producer of wellness and nutritional products, offering a diverse range of vitamins, minerals, supplements, and health-related items for both men and women. The company's product line includes multivitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, and specialized formulas for cardiovascular health, digestion, joint support, and mental focus. Additionally, it provides protein and fitness products, health and beauty items, and gender-specific supplements. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Bohemia, New York, Vitamin World operates over 380 retail locations nationwide and an online store, ensuring accessibility to its high-quality offerings. The company emphasizes sourcing the freshest and most potent ingredients to create effective health solutions for its customers.

Saladworks

Acquisition in 2015
Saladworks, LLC is a prominent fast-casual restaurant chain based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, specializing in made-to-order salads, wraps, sandwiches, desserts, and sides. Established in 1986, it has grown to become the nation's first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise, boasting over 100 locations across the United States. The company is known for its "fanatically fresh" menu, which includes signature dressings, proprietary soups, and Focaccia Fusion sandwiches, all prepared on-site for customers. Saladworks also emphasizes healthy eating with its True Nutrition menu, featuring signature salads that contain 500 calories or less. In addition to its restaurant operations, Saladworks provides catering services and offers franchise opportunities, serving a diverse customer base both in-person and online.

The Jobe's Company

Acquisition in 2015
Jobe’s Company is a producer and marketer of branded gardening products, specializing in fertilizers, landscape fabrics, and sustainable organic solutions. Notably, Jobe’s Organics is a prominent brand within the organic fertilizer sector. The company is recognized for its innovative fertilizer spikes, soil amendments, potting soil, and water-soluble fertilizers, consistently developing new products tailored to the needs of environmentally-conscious consumers. Additionally, its Weed Block and Landmaster Fabrics division stands as the largest manufacturer of commercial-grade solutions in the United States, emphasizing product innovation. With a headquarters in Waco, Texas, and production facilities in Waco and Paris, Kentucky, Jobe’s Company serves the top 100 lawn and garden retailers across North America. Formerly known as Easy Gardener Products, the company remains committed to providing easy-to-use, natural, and effective gardening solutions that enhance the gardening experience.
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