Leonard Green & Partners

Leonard Green & Partners is a private equity investment firm established in 1989 and headquartered in Los Angeles. The firm specializes in partnering with experienced management teams and founders to invest in market-leading companies across various sectors. Since its inception, Leonard Green & Partners has raised over $40 billion in committed capital and has invested in more than 90 companies through a range of strategies, including traditional buyouts, going-private transactions, recapitalizations, and growth equity. In 2019, the firm raised its eighth flagship fund, Green Equity Investors VIII, L.P., with commitments totaling $12 billion, alongside a dedicated middle-market fund, Jade Equity Investors, L.P., which secured $2.75 billion in commitments.

Carmen Abello

Associate

Matt Allen

Associate

Anna Batko

Vice President, Investor Relations

John Baumer

Senior Partner

Alyssa Boyer

Operations Associate

Kevin Brown

Associate

Sheela Bryan

Investor Relations

Raffi Chalian

Vice President

Elaine Chen

Associate

Brian Coleman

Vice President

Usama N.Cortas

Partner

John G. Danhakl

Managing Partner

Josh R. Farran

Vice President

Timothy J. Flynn

Partner

Cody Franklin

Chief Financial Officer

Benjamin Funk

Principal

J. Kristofer Galashan

Partner

Evan Hershberg

Partner

Kara Hollis

Vice President

Sean Hong

Associate

Kevin Hsu

Associate

David N. Kass

Principal

Michael J. Kirton

Partner

Andrew Lee

Vice President

Adam T. Levyn

Principal

Christian W. McCollum

Partner

Brendan P. O'Reilly

Vice President

Nick Okano

Vice President

Todd Purdy

Partner

Max Sakson

Associate

Lance Schumacher

Director of Tax

Jonathan A. Seiffer

Senior Partner

Matt Shearin

Associate

Rohan Shilotri

Vice President

Jonathan D. Sokoloff

Managing Partner

Michael Solomon

Partner

Erika Spitzer

Partner

Raghav Srikanth

Associate

Jeffrey J. Suer

Principal

Jacob Tupler

Vice President

Alyse Wagner

Partner

Spencer Wix

Associate

Tommy Yin

Vice President

John J. Yoon

Partner

Stanley Yu

Vice President

Amanda Zarrilli

Principal

Pete Zippelius

Partner

35 past transactions

HUB International

Private Equity Round in 2023
HUB International Limited is a global insurance brokerage based in Chicago, Illinois, providing a comprehensive range of insurance and risk management services across the United States, Canada, and Brazil. Founded in 1998 through the merger of multiple Canadian insurance brokerages, HUB offers business insurance products including commercial property, general liability, and professional liability, as well as employee benefits such as health planning and retirement solutions. The company also provides personal insurance for property, casualty, health, and life, alongside risk management and human resources consulting services. HUB serves various industries, including agribusiness, healthcare, construction, and entertainment, through a network of regional hubs and over 300 satellite offices. This structure allows HUB to address local market needs effectively while maintaining consistent standards across its operations.

Parts Town

Private Equity Round in 2021
Parts Town makes finding, ordering, and managing genuine OEM restaurant or foodservice parts for your kitchen equipment one of the easiest tasks on your to-do list. Their huge selection of restaurant parts from the world's most trusted manufacturers helps you find parts for your fryers, grills, ovens, ranges, ice machines and more all in one easy to use place. Their commitment to customer service, great pricing and same day shipping keeps your commercial kitchen running efficiently, reliably and safely. Regular maintenance using Genuine OEM foodservice parts helps insure the reliability of your restaurant equipment. Parts approved by the original equipment manufacturer are specifically designed for your equipment, resulting in the highest level of performance and reliability. Genuine parts also protect your equipment warranties and reduce liability. Since 1987, Parts Town has been providing the foodservice industry restaurant parts. They supply replacement parts and accessories related to all commercial beverage equipment, broilers, fryers, griddles, holding units, ice machines, pasta cookers, ranges, refrigeration equipment, steamers, toasters, and warmers. Parts Town is the leading source for the leading brands, including: Frymaster parts, Prince Castle parts, Blodgett parts, Nieco parts, Pitco parts, Manitowoc parts, Scotsman parts, Hoshizaki parts, Hatco parts, Roundup parts, Groen parts, Bunn coffee parts, Middleby parts, Garland parts, T&S parts, Beverage Air parts, Traulsen parts, Vulcan parts, Randell Parts, Vita Mix parts, and Perlick parts. Parts Town is committed to providing you with customer service that dazzles and look forward to serving all of your commercial kitchen equipment, replacement parts, and restaurant supply needs.

TreeFrog Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
TreeFrog Therapeutics is a stem cell company based in Pessac, France, founded in 2018. It focuses on researching and producing scalable stem cell cultivation for cGMP cell therapy manufacturing. The company has developed C-Stem, a proprietary technology platform that offers an end-to-end 3D scalable solution, aimed at securing cell production and quality. This innovative approach is designed to expedite clinical development and facilitate market access for cell therapies. By addressing critical manufacturing challenges, TreeFrog Therapeutics aims to significantly reduce treatment costs, making advanced cell therapies more accessible to patients.

Tecta America

Private Equity Round in 2021
Tecta America is the national commercial roofing company in the U.S. its services span installation, replacement, new construction and repairs, to disaster response, portfolio management and advanced sustainability options. Tecta America has the manpower and logistical infrastructure to handle any project complexity. Services include roof installation, roof replacement, new construction, disaster response, repair, restoration, maintenance, green roofing, solar photovoltaics, daylighting and full-service national roof asset management.

Visual Comfort & Co.

Venture Round in 2021
Visual Comfort Corporation of America designs and manufactures lighting solutions. It offers retro and industrial style, architectural, antique and vintage, traditional and contemporary style, and outdoor lighting and accessories. The company was incorporated in 1982 and is based in Houston, Texas.

Stella Environmental Services

Acquisition in 2021
Stella Environmental Services specializes in transfer station management and municipal waste logistics in Texas. The company provides outsourced services that facilitate the loading and transportation of municipal solid waste from local processing facilities to remote landfills. Utilizing a fleet of specialized equipment, including walking floors, tipper trailers, excavators, and wheel loaders, Stella supports integrated waste companies and municipalities in enhancing the efficiency of waste management operations. By offering turnkey solutions, Stella helps its clients reduce capital requirements and operating costs, ensuring a streamlined waste processing system.

OMNIA Partners

Acquisition in 2021
Provider of procurement and purchasing services intended for the nonprofit, multifamily housing, public and private sectors. The company acts as a cooperative purchasing organization with the specific purpose of reducing procurement costs by leveraging the volume of customers in the areas of government, education systems, healthcare, nonprofits and other agencies for public benefit.

ECi Software Solutions

Acquisition in 2020
The ECi Software Solutions family of companies provides business and e-commerce solutions, offering on-premise and cloud-based technologies. For 30+ years, ECi companies have served the manufacturing, office equipment, office supplies, contract office furniture, lumber and building materials, hardware and jan/san sectors. We are industry experts supporting the entrepreneurial spirit and profitable growth of small and medium size enterprises.

Service Logic

Acquisition in 2020
Service Logic is one of the largest privately held Energy and HVAC/Mechanical Services companies in the United States. Committed to long-term client relationships, our 1500+ employees service over 100,000,000 square feet of commercial, industrial and institutional real estate utilizing 33 offices covering 25 states. We are a leading provider of integrated services that optimize energy efficiency, comfort, productivity, health and safety. Our investment in local entrepreneurs, technology and education has created the next generation service platform for our clients and associates. We are reducing costs while increasing the value of real estate assets.

Advantage Solutions

Post in 2020
Advantage Solutions Inc. is a global promotions agency based in Irvine, California, specializing in sales and marketing solutions. Established in 1987, the company offers a range of services, including headquarter sales, retail merchandising, and diverse marketing strategies such as shopper, experiential, and digital marketing. It serves various industries, including grocery, drugstore, convenience, and foodservice. With a workforce exceeding 50,000 associates and a presence in the United States, Canada, and Europe, Advantage Solutions is dedicated to enhancing brand value for its clients through tailored solutions. The company was formerly known as Karman Holding Corp. before adopting its current name in 2016.

Eyemart Express

Private Equity Round in 2020
Eyemart Express, a national optical retailer and the fastest provider of quality prescription eyewear in the industry, celebrates 30 years of serving customers with affordable and same-day eyewear. With 223 stores in 41 states, Eyemart Express ranks among the Top 10 optical retailers in the country. The company operates under its motto of Right Glasses. Right Price. Right Now: a unique mix of value, style and fast service. Each store carries more than 2,000 frames from brands such as Michael Kors, Coach, Columbia, Disney, and Nike. On-site labs allow 90 percent of glasses to be delivered on the same day.

AerSale Holdings

Post in 2020
AerSale, a global provider of aftermarket aircraft, engines, and their component parts to airlines, leasing companies, and OEM/MRO service providers.

WellSky

Private Equity Round in 2020
WellSky offers the most complete set of solutions and services across the full continuum of care. The company's software and professional services address the continuum of health and social care — helping businesses, organizations, and communities solve tough challenges, improve collaboration for growth, and achieve better outcomes through predictive insights.

WCG

Private Equity Round in 2019
WCG is a prominent provider of regulatory and ethical review services for human research, focusing on enhancing the quality and efficiency of clinical studies. The company reviews new research protocols and offers a range of services including clinical and human gene therapy research, laboratory biosafety consulting, and solutions for human research protections. WCG also provides online learning resources, an electronic informed consent solution to streamline clinical processes, oncology review services, and a cloud-based platform for managing research activities. Serving a diverse clientele that includes large pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and contract research organizations, WCG is committed to accelerating the delivery of new treatments while upholding high standards of human subject protection. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, WCG operates multiple locations across the United States and in Tokyo, Japan, and has established a strategic partnership with InformedDNA.

Wrench Group

Acquisition in 2019
The Wrench Group offers home maintenance and repair services specializing in heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing and electrical services. The Company is marketed via four regional brands – Abacus, Berkeys, Coolray, and Parker & Sons – which collectively serve over 140,000 customers in the Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, and Phoenix metropolitan areas. The Companies have each developed strong reputations in their respective regions with brands that date back to the 1960s.

The Shade Store

Acquisition in 2018
The Shade Store, LLC designs and manufactures custom window treatments. Its products include roller shades, solar shades, roman shades, drapery, wood blinds, woven wood shades, cellular shades, XL pleat shades, vertical systems, cornices and valances, and drapery hardware products. The company also offers design assistance, and measure and installation services. It serves customers through its network of showrooms in the United States, as well as selling online. The company was founded in 1946 and is based in Port Chester, New York. It has showrooms in Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas and Houston, Texas; Los Angeles and San Francisco, California; New York, Port Chester, Midtown, and Woodbury, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Troy, Michigan; Washington, District of Columbia; and Estero, Florida.

SRS Distribution

Acquisition in 2018
SRS Distribution, Inc., doing business as SRS Roofing Supply, operates as a roofing products distributor in the United States.

Pro Mach Group

Acquisition in 2018
ProMach is a family of best-in-class packaging solution brands serving manufacturers of all sizes and geographies in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and household and industrial goods industries. ProMach brands operate across the entire packaging spectrum: filling and capping, flexibles, pharma, product handling, labeling and coding, and end of line. ProMach also provides Performance Services including integrated solutions, design/build, engineering services, and productivity software to optimize packaging line design and deliver maximum uptime.

MDVIP

Acquisition in 2017
MDVIP was founded as an alternative to a primary healthcare system characterized by long wait times and overextended physicians. Under the MDVIP model, patients pay an annual membership fee, which allows doctors to limit their practices to 600 patients and enables exceptional, more personalized healthcare focused on prevention and wellness. Although the company generated sufficient cash flow to finance its growth, the team believed the right investor could help accelerate their national expansion and provide strategic assistance

Pure Gym

Acquisition in 2017
Pure Gym is a gym operator that provides affordable and convenient access to fitness facilities in the U.K. Its members can choose between a range of flexible membership options to suit their needs. From a wide range of motivating fitness classes to state-of-the-art gym equipment, Pure Gym includes it all within their membership at no extra cost.

CPA Global

Acquisition in 2017
The company is based in the United Kingdom. CPA Global Limited operates as a subsidiary of CPA Global Limited.

Charter NEX Films, Inc.

Acquisition in 2017
Charter NEX Films, Inc. specializes in the engineering, extruding, and manufacturing of high-quality polythene films, including monolayer, coextruded, and barrier blown films suitable for various packaging applications. The company's products serve multiple industries, such as food and beverage, agriculture, healthcare, and consumer goods, among others. Founded in 1989 and based in Milton, Wisconsin, Charter NEX operates manufacturing facilities in several locations, including Superior, Rhinelander, and Turners Falls, Massachusetts. The company emphasizes customer collaboration, working closely with clients to develop tailored films that meet specific performance requirements. Its state-of-the-art production facilities are equipped with advanced technology, enabling real-time monitoring and control of production processes. Charter NEX Films also maintains a comprehensive laboratory for testing both physical and chemical properties, ensuring that their products meet stringent quality standards.

Signet Jewelers

Post in 2016
Signet Jewelers Limited is a prominent retailer specializing in the sale of jewelry and watches across the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands. The company offers a diverse range of products, including diamond jewelry, bridal items such as engagement and wedding rings, and fashion pieces. Signet operates primarily through three segments: North America, International, and Other, with the North America segment accounting for the majority of its revenue. This segment generates sales through various channels, including both mall locations and off-mall outlets.

ExamWorks

Acquisition in 2016
ExamWorks Group, Inc. is a provider of independent medical examinations, peer reviews, bill reviews, Medicare compliance, case management, record retrieval, document management and other related services (“IME services”). We provide the majority of these IME services through our medical panel of credentialed physicians and other medical providers. Our clients include property and casualty insurance carriers, law firms, third- party claim administrators and government agencies that use independent services to confirm the veracity of claims by sick or injured individuals and to facilitate the delivery and quality of cost–effective care for workers’ compensation, automotive, personal injury liability and disability insurance coverage. We help our clients manage costs and enhance their risk management and compliance processes by verifying the validity, nature, cause and extent of claims, identifying fraud and providing fast, efficient and quality IME services.

RestorixHealth

Acquisition in 2015
RestorixHealth develops and manages comprehensive wound care centers of excellence. Chronic wounds are a significant health problem affecting millions of people. And, caring for those people requires a specialized level of expertise – the kind you will find at RestorixHealth. At RestorixHealth, we are dedicated to healing those with chronic wounds.

Life Time

Acquisition in 2015
Life Time Fitness is dedicated to helping you achieve your total health objectives, athletic aspirations and fitness goals. Life Time operates 106 fitness centers around the United States and Canada, most of which operate 24 hours a day. We offer the best features of gyms, health clubs, family recreation centers, sports clubs and spa destinations. Our innovative programs, world-class training, nutrition and holistic approach to wellness will guide you toward a healthy way of life by engaging your areas of interest and helping you discover new ones.

PSSI

Acquisition in 2014
Packers Sanitation Services, Inc. (PSSI) specializes in contract sanitation services for the food processing industry in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Kieler, Wisconsin, PSSI offers a comprehensive range of services, including site assessments, sanitation implementation, and technical audits. The company serves various sectors, such as protein markets, bakeries, fresh-cut produce, and ready-to-eat production facilities. PSSI employs over 6,000 staff members who provide daily cleaning services at food processing plants. By focusing on food safety and quality, PSSI aims to protect brands and ensure customer well-being while reducing the sanitation workload and minimizing liability for its clients.

Mister Car Wash

Acquisition in 2014
Mister Car Wash, founded in 1969 and based in Tucson, Arizona, specializes in car washing services and related products. The company provides express exterior and interior cleaning services through its various locations, catering to a wide range of customer needs. Its product offerings include HotShine, N1 Protectant, Repel Shield, Tire Shine, and Wheel Polish. Mister Car Wash also operates an Unlimited Wash Club, allowing customers to enjoy unlimited washes for a monthly fee, which can be canceled at any time, as well as Mister Express Lube, which offers oil change and preventive maintenance services. The company generates revenue primarily through its membership program and direct service offerings. In July 2014, Mister Car Wash was acquired by Leonard Green & Partners.

Topman

Private Equity Round in 2012
Topman is a prominent retailer specializing in clothing, suits, shoes, and accessories. Launched in 1964, it has established itself as a key player in the fashion industry, known for its contemporary and affordable style. Topman operates over 300 stores in the UK and has a presence in 31 countries globally. Its online platform, which features over 300 new products updated five times a week, attracts approximately 2 million visitors each week. The brand is recognized for its innovative approach to fashion, having collaborated with renowned designers and participated in significant fashion events such as London Fashion Week. Through its commitment to staying ahead of trends and engaging with fashion-conscious consumers, Topman has garnered a loyal customer base and solidified its status as a style authority.

Norwesco

Acquisition in 2012
Norwesco, Inc. is North America's leading manufacturer of proprietary rotationally molded polyethylene tanks for agricultural, water, closed-top industrial and below ground septic and cistern applications. Norwesco was founded in 1939 in St. Paul, Minnesota under the name of Northwest Plastics, Inc. The name was changed in 1973 and at that time Norwesco was ranked as one of the oldest and largest plastic processors in the United States. Norwesco had been a publicly traded company until January 1988 when Norwesco, Inc. was acquired and taken private by its management and private equity investors. In 2008 they were acquired by Olympus Partners and became part of Tank Holding Company along with tank manufacturer Snyder Industries. Their current financial partner is Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. Over the years they have significantly expanded their geographic presence through the addition of facilities throughout the United States and Canada. They currently operate 14 plants and are the third largest rotational molder in North America. Norwesco's rotational molding of tanks began in 1980 with a single plant in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota. Now, that plant is the headquarters for thirteen additional manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Norwesco is the world's largest supplier of rotationally molded tanks and Plastics News has ranked us as one of the top ten rotational molders in North America!

BJ's Wholesale Club

Private Equity Round in 2011
BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates warehouse clubs on the East Coast of the United States. It offers perishable, edible grocery, general merchandise, and non-edible grocery products, as well as gasoline and other ancillary services. The company also sells its products through its website and mobile app. As of May 2, 2020, it operated 218 warehouse clubs and 145 gas stations in 17 states. The company was formerly known as Beacon Holding Inc. and changed its name to BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. in February 2018. BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.

Cascade Bancorp

Post in 2010
Cascade Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for Bank of the Cascades.

Authentic Brands Group

Private Equity Round in 2010
Authentic Brands Group is a brand development, marketing, and entertainment company that manages the value of global brands. ABG's brands span across the fashion, sports, and entertainment sectors. This wide footprint facilitates partnerships with key accounts across retail channels from high-end department and specialty stores to mid-tier and mass retailers. ABG is committed to transforming brands by providing compelling product, content, business, and immersive experiences. ABG creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms, and emerging media. ABG was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

AerSale Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2010
AerSale, a global provider of aftermarket aircraft, engines, and their component parts to airlines, leasing companies, and OEM/MRO service providers.

FTD, LLC

Acquisition in 2003
FTD, LLC, based in Downers Grove, Illinois, is a floral and gifting company that provides a range of floral and specialty gift products and services. It serves consumers and retail florists across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland. The company operates under several brands, including FTD and Interflora, and utilizes the Mercury Man logo, which is recognized in approximately 45,000 floral shops worldwide. FTD’s consumer business primarily operates through its websites, FTD.com in the U.S. and Canada and Interflora.co.uk in the U.K. The company offers a diverse portfolio of floral and related products, catering to various gifting occasions.