Hearthside Food Solutions

Hearthside Food Solutions LLC is a leading contract manufacturer in the food industry, specializing in the production of baked goods and snacks. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, the company operates 24 production facilities, including three in Europe, and is recognized as the largest private bakery in the sector. Hearthside's product offerings encompass a wide range of items, including cookies, crackers, energy bars, granolas, and various snack products such as rye chips and pretzels. The company also provides customized packaging solutions, catering to the specific needs of its clients. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and flexibility, Hearthside Food Solutions aims to deliver exceptional value to its customers, setting new standards in the contract manufacturing space.

Nick Hewitt

CFO

5 past transactions

Greencore USA

Acquisition in 2018
Greencore USA is a leader in frozen contract packaging and a top producer of refrigerated, fresh-made sandwiches, entrees, and salad kits.
Standard Functional Foods Group, Inc. engages in the contract manufacturing of nutritional and healthy snack bars. It offers whole foods, weight management and functional foods, and sports nutrition/energy and healthy snacks. The company also operates an online retail outlet that provides sweatshirts, pedometers, Swiss army knifes, and metallic curved tumblers. It serves various clients, including food companies. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee. As of November 28, 2017, Standard Functional Foods Group, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Hearthside Food Solutions LLC.

Oak State Products

Acquisition in 2016
Oak State Products is manufacturer of cookies, bars and other baked foods located in Wenona, Illinois.

Vurense Snack Industrie

Acquisition in 2015
VSI is European market leader in the production of functional food bars. The company from Leerdam develops and manufactures high-quality bars for (amongst others) health, weight management and sports nutrition purposes. The company has a unique R&D capacity, which enables it to develop innovative and client-specific solutions. NPM acquired a 56% interest in the company in 2012 and sold it to Hearthside in 2015. During its period as a shareholder, NPM has assisted VSI in professionalizing and optimizing several businesses processes. With Hearthside strong global presence, VSI has found the perfect shareholder to accelerate its international growth strategy.

Ryt-Way Industries

Acquisition in 2013
Ryt-Way Industries is a prominent contract packager and manufacturer specializing in dry food products in North America. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including packaging, logistics, and contract manufacturing, catering to various food items such as ready-to-eat cereals, snack mixes, baking mixes, and more. Ryt-Way is recognized for its flexibility and scalability, enabling it to meet diverse customer requirements effectively. As a vertically-integrated supplier, Ryt-Way also stands out as the leading producer of breadcrumbs in the United States, accounting for over 60 percent of the market. In addition to its packaging capabilities, Ryt-Way designs and builds packaging equipment for various applications, further enhancing its expertise in the industry. By collaborating closely with clients, Ryt-Way focuses on delivering tailored solutions and continuous improvements to ensure marketplace success.
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