Greenbriar Equity Group

Greenbriar Equity Group is a private equity firm established in 1999 that specializes in investments within the global transportation sector and related industries. Based in Rye, New York, and Greenwich, Connecticut, the firm manages multiple buyout funds, including Greenbriar Equity Fund II and Greenbriar Equity Fund III, which focus on various segments such as industrials, aerospace, defense, logistics, and automotive. The firm typically invests between USD 75 million and USD 175 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from USD 100 million to USD 1 billion. Through its targeted investment strategy, Greenbriar aims to capitalize on opportunities in the transportation industry and its interconnected markets.

John Anderson

Operating Partner

Joel Seth Beckman

Retired Co-Founder

Daniel Berman

Associate

Noah Blitzer

Managing Director

Matthew Burke

Managing Director

John Clarke

Controller

John B. Cofer

Senior Associate

Benjamin Cox

Associate

Piotr M. Dormus

Associate

David L. Dyckman

Operating Partner

Max A. Elgart

Senior Associate

Gerald Greenwald

Co-Founder, Operating Partner & Chairman of Executive Council

Nathan Irwin

Director

Daileader John

Managing Partner

Reginald Jones

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Nisha Kumar

Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer

Michael Lei

Associate

Shane Mallee

Associate

Niall McComiskey

Managing Partner

Jacob Moon

Associate

Jack Morris

Associate

Mary Mulhern

Associate

Roy Noah

Managing Partner

Chelsy Park

Associate

Adrian J. Pinto

Associate

Jill Raker

Managing Partner

Mike Sprague

Advisory Director

Will Stewart

Associate

Juan Valdez

Associate

Michael Wang

Principal

Michael Weiss

Managing Partner

Andrew Witherell

Associate

15 past transactions

Radwell International-North America

Private Equity Round in 2022
Radwell International-North America is an industrial automation company offering MRO stock and repair services.

The Facilities Group

Private Equity Round in 2022
The Facilities Group is a facilities holding company that provides facility maintenance services to commercial properties. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.

PCX Aerosystems

Acquisition in 2021
PCX Aerosystems is a manufacturer specializing in the precision machining of complex parts from high-strength alloys, including titanium, Inconel, and steel. The company produces large structural airframe assemblies for both rotorcraft and fixed-wing aerospace platforms, offering a diverse range of products such as wing, fuselage, and engine components. In addition to machining, PCX Aerosystems provides integrated special processing services, which encompass heat treating, painting, grinding, threading, gear shaping, and non-destructive testing. The company serves both defense and commercial markets, as well as the power generation industry, where tight tolerances and quality are crucial.

Uber Freight

Series A in 2020
Uber Freight LLC is a logistics and supply chain management company that operates a mobile application designed to connect trucking companies with shippers. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the platform allows drivers to access loads for transport with upfront pricing and the capability to book shipments quickly. It enhances operational efficiency by providing real-time visibility into shipment status, ensuring transparency and fairness in the logistics process. By empowering both carriers and shippers, Uber Freight aims to create a sustainable logistics infrastructure that benefits all parties involved.

Arotech

Acquisition in 2019
Arotech Corporation specializes in providing defense and security products globally, focusing on the military, law enforcement, and homeland security sectors. Its Training and Simulation division develops multimedia and interactive digital solutions for various training needs, including use-of-force training and operator training for military and emergency services. This division supplies simulators, systems engineering support, and software for vehicle operators and aircrew training, featuring products under the MILO Range and Realtime Technologies brands. The Power Systems division offers electronics engineering, system integration, and rapid prototyping services, producing hybrid power generation systems, smart power subsystems, and support for military and aerospace applications. Additionally, this division markets rechargeable and primary batteries, smart chargers, and specialized safety devices for commercial aviation and marine use under the Electric Fuel brand. Arotech, originally known as Electric Fuel Corporation, was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Spireon

Private Equity Round in 2018
Spireon, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud-based GPS vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions, headquartered in Irvine, California. The company offers a diverse range of products, including SkyLINK for stolen vehicle recovery, GoldStar GPS for web-based tracking, and FleetLocate for comprehensive fleet and trailer management. Their solutions also encompass temperature monitoring for refrigerated trailers, compliance tools for fleet managers, and various telematics services tailored for the insurance industry. Spireon serves multiple sectors, including new and used car dealerships, commercial fleets, trailer management, and lenders. The company, formed from the merger of ProconGPS, Enfotrace GPS, and Procon Fleet Services, emphasizes actionable business intelligence through its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms. Founded in 2002, Spireon has established strategic partnerships with prominent entities such as Sprint, Verizon, and Joe Gibbs Racing, enhancing its market presence and service capabilities.

Whitcraft LLC

Private Equity Round in 2017
Founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service, Whitcraft Group prides ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery and industry-leading quality. At Whitcraft, they are driven to generate industry-leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of their customers. From pre-planning to final inspection, our companies prove every day that we have what it takes to meet your demanding standards for quality, schedules and competitive pricing.

Frauscher Sensor Technology

Acquisition in 2016
Frauscher Sensor Technology makes it simpler for system integrators and railway operators to obtain the information they need to run, monitor and protect their operational network. Wheel detection systems, axle counters and tracking solutions based on inductive sensor technology and distributed acoustic sensing form an essential component of a wide range of applications. Due to individual trainings and support our customers are able to design, configure, install, adapt and maintain all components and systems by themselves.

SEKO Logistics

Acquisition in 2015
SEKO Logistics GmbH provides logistics and supply chain services. The company was formerly known as Seko Synergy GmbH. SEKO Logistics GmbH is based in Frankfurt, Germany. As of September 1, 2018, the company operates as a subsidiary of Hermes Europe GmbH.
World Freight Company International, established in 2004 and headquartered in Paris, operates as a general sales and services agent for the air cargo industry. With a presence in over 30 countries, the company specializes in managing the entire freight capacity sales process on an outsourced basis. Its comprehensive range of services includes packaging, air, sea, and road transport, customs clearance, and storage. By offering these services, World Freight Company International enables its airline partners to enhance their global presence and optimize cargo capacity effectively.

Lazer Spot

Acquisition in 2015
Lazer Spot is the industry leader in third-party yard management services. Spotting and local shuttles are our core business, not an auxiliary function. A choice to work with Lazer Spot means that you get our full attention, our years of experience, and their commitment to customer satisfaction. You will not find another company that works harder or understands better how to make your facility function more efficiently.

Nordco

Acquisition in 2013
Nordco is a major supplier to the North American Class 1 railroads, regional and short-line railroads, public transit systems, railroad contractors, equipment leasing companies, and rail mills. They also serve industries that rely heavily on rail transportation, including port authorities, agriculture, mining, chemicals and energy.

Ryan Herco Flow Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2011
Ryan Herco Flow Solutions is a leading distributor for fluid control systems, fluid filtration systems & fluid handling products. Our family of products include tubing and hose, fluid control piping & pipe fittings, valves, pumps, filters, storage tanks & drums in thermoplastic, fluoropolymer and stainless steel and specialty alloy materials. With our new Stainless Steel and Specialty Alloy product offerings, Ryan Herco will help you get the job done right. When working with clean and corrosive fluids in any industry application, RHFS is your one-stop source for all the top fluid control brands and problem-solving products. Whether you're responsible for controlling fluids at your facility, sourcing fluid components, or providing installation services, we can make your job easier. Knowledgeable people, quality products and cost-saving solutions are our hallmark.

Western Peterbilt

Acquisition in 2005
Western Peterbilt, Inc. operates as a dealer of new or used trucks, parts, and services. It offers truck leasing and body shop services. The company offers trucks for vocations, including long haul, owner operator, bulk/regional haul, heavy haul, government/utility, emergency, pickup and delivery, beverage, construction, logging, oilfield, refuse, and agriculture. Western Peterbilt, Inc was incorporated in 1982 and is based in Seattle, Washington. The company has locations in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Pasco, Moses Lake, Marysville, and Yakima, Washington; Anchorage, Alaska; Sacramento, California; and Oregon. Western Peterbilt, Inc operates as a subsidiary of GWP Holdings, Inc.