The Gores Group

The Gores Group is a private equity firm founded in 1987 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, with an additional office in Boulder, Colorado. The firm focuses on acquiring and partnering with businesses that can leverage its operational expertise and capital resources. Its investment portfolio spans various industries, including technology, telecommunications, business services, industrial, healthcare, media and entertainment, and consumer products. The Gores Group actively engages in private investments and is also a sponsor of special-purpose acquisition companies. The firm is registered as an investment adviser and is recognized for its strategic approach to enhancing the value of its portfolio companies.

Jennifer Kwon Chou

Managing Director, Chief Strategy Officer

Edward Fike

Senior Managing Director

Andrew Freedman

Managing Director, Operations

Edward Johnson

Managing Director, M&A

Lee, Matthew

Associate

Maximillian Lin

Associate

Pinto, James I.

Managing Director of Operations

Rahmati, Shahriyar

Principal

Mark Stone

Senior Managing Director

Yann Vincent-Genod

Associate

Kyle Wheeler

Principal

Wilson, Justin

Senior Managing Director

23 past transactions

Sonder

Post in 2022
Sonder Canada Inc. specializes in leasing hotel-style apartments to travelers, offering a range of accommodations from rooms to suites and apartments. Founded as Flatbook Corp. and rebranded in 2016, Sonder has expanded its presence across more than 30 cities in eight countries on three continents. The company focuses on delivering a seamless hospitality experience through thoughtfully designed spaces and a tech-powered service model. Its innovative app facilitates self-service features and provides 24/7 support for guests, enhancing convenience and accessibility. Sonder generates revenue by offering both short-term and month-to-month accommodations, with all units carefully selected, designed, and managed by the company.

Doma

Post in 2021
Doma is focused on transforming residential real estate transactions by providing an instant closing experience. Utilizing machine intelligence and patented technology, the company aims to make real estate closings both quick and affordable. Doma operates through two main segments: Underwriting and Corporate and Other. The Underwriting segment primarily generates revenue from its title insurance underwriting business, which includes policies referred through Direct Agents and Third-Party Agents. The Corporate and Other segment encompasses the execution of title, escrow, and settlement services, supporting the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the real estate closing process.
United Wholesale Mortgage, based in Pontiac, Michigan, is a leading wholesale lender that has maintained its position as the top company in the nation for mortgage origination for six consecutive years. Established in 1986, UWM specializes in underwriting and providing closing documentation for residential mortgage loans originated by independent mortgage brokers, correspondents, small banks, and local credit unions. The company emphasizes the importance of its proprietary technology platform and a commitment to client service, which aim to streamline the mortgage process to make it faster, easier, and more cost-effective. UWM's strategic focus is on expanding its share within the wholesale channel while also increasing the overall market share of this channel, which they believe offers the best opportunities for obtaining mortgages.
Pacific Architects and Engineers Incorporated (PAE) is a provider of services that support military readiness, peacekeeping missions, nation building activities, personnel recruitment and training, and disaster relief services.

TurbineAero

Acquisition in 2018
TurbineAero is a leading independent provider of aerospace component maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, specializing in auxiliary power units (APUs) and related products. The company serves military, commercial, and regional airline customers by offering comprehensive maintenance solutions for both legacy and new APU engine models. With facilities in Chandler, Arizona, and Chonburi, Thailand, TurbineAero provides global coverage and support. Additionally, the company manufactures hot-section components and offers repair services to original equipment manufacturers, aircraft operators, and other repair providers. Its capabilities include complex machining, engineering, inspection, non-destructive testing, and thermal coatings, particularly from its facility in Tempe, Arizona.

Hostess

Acquisition in 2016
Hostess Brands, Inc. is a packaged food company based in Lenexa, Kansas, specializing in the development, manufacturing, marketing, selling, and distribution of fresh sweet baked goods across the United States. The company offers a diverse range of products, including snack cakes, donuts, sweet rolls, breakfast pastries, cookies, and snack pies. Hostess operates through two main segments: Sweet Baked Goods, which includes brands such as Hostess, Dolly Madison, Cloverhill, and Big Texas, as well as store-branded items; and In-Store Bakery, which supplies baked goods like eclairs, madeleines, brownies, and iced cookies primarily found in grocery and club store bakeries. Established in 1919, Hostess has become known for its iconic creme-filled snack cakes and continues to be a prominent player in the North American baked goods market.

VITAC

Acquisition in 2016
VITAC is the largest provider of closed captioning in the country, responsible for captioning over 500,000 live program hours per year, and creating verbatim, precisely timed captions for 57,000 prerecorded programs per year. Our customers include every major network, most cable channels, program producers, corporations, government agencies, and more. VITAC was founded in 1986 by two men with one big idea: produce the best-quality realtime captions for viewers who rely on captions. Fast-forward 30 years, and that big idea is still the same, with more services and customers growing year after year. Providing Vital Access is in our name and is our mission. Let us show you why we are called the “no worries” caption company, with accessible media solutions for every industry from web captioning to Spanish subtitling to audio description.

US Farathane

Acquisition in 2015
US Farathane Corporation is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of engineered plastic injection-molded components, primarily serving the automotive industry. Established in 1971 and headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, the company has extensive manufacturing capabilities in the United States. US Farathane specializes in a variety of processes, including conventional and two-shot injection molding, insert molding, and automated assembly methods. It also offers advanced technologies such as hot plate welding and dual durometer extrusion. With over four decades of experience, the company provides a comprehensive range of services, from initial design concepts to specialized materials like engineered composites and thermoplastic elastomers. US Farathane is committed to continuous growth through technical research and development, supported by a knowledgeable management team and dedicated workforce.

Tweddle Group

Private Equity Round in 2014
As a global leader in information solutions, Tweddle Group is focused on creating innovative communications that best address the information needs of the automotive industry. Through processes that seamlessly integrate information development, management and delivery, we produce high-quality, value-driven print, mobile and interactive communications for vehicle owners and automotive sales and service personnel. Through the four communications touch points of in-vehicle technology, web-based programming, mobile applications and the glove box, we communicate accurate and timely information with vehicle owners, forging a connection between the owner, vehicle and brand. Our unique breadth of expertise—sustained from more than 50 years collaborating with automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)—supports vehicle research and validation, content design and development, knowledge-base management, localization, composition in both print and electronic output as well as print production, fulfillment and distribution.

Hovis

Acquisition in 2014
Hovis Limited is a vertically integrated baking and flour milling business.

Zmags

Acquisition in 2014
Zmags, Inc. operates a shoppable content platform designed for retail marketing and e-commerce professionals. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in London and Copenhagen, the company provides two main products: Publicator and Creator. Publicator is a digital publishing platform that converts traditional print materials such as catalogs and brochures into engaging digital formats. Creator allows marketers to design and publish interactive digital experiences without the need for coding, enabling rapid deployment within an hour and seamless integration into existing technology systems. Zmags serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including fashion, retail, publishing, travel, and education, helping brands like Ethan Allen and Cole Haan enhance their digital marketing efforts and drive revenue from existing assets.

Zmags

Private Equity Round in 2014
Zmags, Inc. operates a shoppable content platform designed for retail marketing and e-commerce professionals. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in London and Copenhagen, the company provides two main products: Publicator and Creator. Publicator is a digital publishing platform that converts traditional print materials such as catalogs and brochures into engaging digital formats. Creator allows marketers to design and publish interactive digital experiences without the need for coding, enabling rapid deployment within an hour and seamless integration into existing technology systems. Zmags serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including fashion, retail, publishing, travel, and education, helping brands like Ethan Allen and Cole Haan enhance their digital marketing efforts and drive revenue from existing assets.

D+H

Acquisition in 2013
D+H is a prominent technology partner for financial services organizations, specializing in social media advertising and analytics. Founded in 1875, the company has evolved over the years while maintaining its core commitment to building deeper and more profitable relationships between its clients and their customers. D+H focuses on delivering innovative solutions that empower its clients to thrive in competitive markets, reflecting a rich history that informs its current business practices and culture. Through its dedication to trust and reliability, D+H aims to enhance the operational capabilities of financial institutions in a rapidly changing landscape.

ASTADIA

Acquisition in 2012
Astadia, Inc. is a global consulting and technology services firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1986, the company specializes in providing application solutions, digital marketing services, and IT modernization. Its offerings encompass .NET and Java development, mobile applications, business intelligence, and GIS development, as well as digital marketing strategies, including SEO, social media management, and responsive design. Astadia also focuses on support solutions such as business process outsourcing and service management consulting. Additionally, it offers Salesforce solutions, including business process optimization and application configuration. By prioritizing an understanding of client needs and fostering genuine partnerships, Astadia aims to deliver effective cloud solutions and systems integration that drive business outcomes and modernize legacy systems for its clients.

Clark Group

Acquisition in 2011
The Clark Group, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider specializing in services for publishing, printing, distribution, and other service-sensitive industries both in the United States and internationally. Based in Hamilton, New Jersey, the company operates a network of nine strategically located distribution centers across the U.S., enabling efficient consolidation and time-critical transportation. Its domestic offerings include national print media logistics, pool shipping programs, reverse logistics, and retail displays, while international services encompass air and ocean freight forwarding, as well as warehousing solutions. Additionally, the Clark Group provides comprehensive supply chain export and import services to over 65 countries, supported by strategic alliances with international agents. The company operates through various business units, including Clark Distribution Systems, Highway Distribution Systems, Clark Worldwide Transportation, and Preprint Logistics, delivering integrated supply chain solutions to its customers.

Big Strike

Venture Round in 2011
Big Strike is a leading designer, manufacturer, and wholesaler of casual and career junior lifestyle apparel for women, marketed under the Heart Soul, Soulmates, Free to Love, Halo, Tracy Evans, Star City, and First Option brands. The company is headquartered in Gardena, California.

Somero Enterprises

Acquisition in 2005
Somero Enterprises is a manufacturer of advanced concrete placing equipment and machinery, established in 1985. The company is headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with manufacturing facilities located in Michigan. Somero offers a range of products including laser screed machines and concrete-leveling equipment, alongside solutions for training, education, and customer support. Its product lineup features various models such as CopperHead, Mini Screed C, S-840, and S-22E, as well as specialized systems like the 3-D Profiler System and the Somero Floor Levelness System. Somero serves an international market through a direct sales force, representatives, and dealers, distributing its products across regions including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Asia. The company generates revenue from the sale of both new and remanufactured machines, parts, accessories, and related services.

Atego

Acquisition in 1998
Atego is a global software tools and professional services company focused on helping organizations engineer complex, mission- and safety-critical systems and software. Atego has more than 30 years experience in delivering solutions for the world’s largest engineering companies developing complex systems and software for Real-time, Embedded and Mission/Safety Critical applications. These companies are involved in; aerospace & defense, automotive & rail, energy & utilities as well as automation, medical and the electronics industries. Atego pioneered the creation and delivery of standard’s based solutions for UML, SysML, UPDM, Ada, Real-time Java and is actively involved with global standards bodies for systems engineering and software development. Many of our current customers have been using our products and services for decades and continue to rely on Atego’s superior engineering talent and support team dedication.
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