HKW

HKW is a private equity firm founded in 1903 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with an additional office in New York. The firm focuses on investing in growth-oriented, small to mid-sized companies in the United States and Canada, particularly within the business services, health and wellness, and technology sectors. HKW manages several buyout funds, including HKW Capital Partners IV and V, which target investments in companies with revenues ranging from $20 million to $200 million and EBITDA between $5 million and $30 million. The firm seeks to partner with talented management teams to drive growth and value creation in its portfolio companies.

Daniel Kim

Partner

Meelan Patel

Vice President

12 past transactions

Draup

Series A in 2022
DRAUP platform (Powered by Zinnov) brings together Big Data, Machine Intelligence, Human Curation, and years of advisory/domain expertise on data sets to provide multi-dimensional knowledge for sales enablement. The platform is powered by machine-generated insights and models, which are augmented by a team of analysts adding their learning-based insights to provide knowledge about companies, executives, competitors, and the broader ecosystem. Incubated in Zinnov, we are building a new product led by Serial Entrepreneurs with more than 20 years of industry experience, with a good track record of building and selling off a very successful start-up.

CIS Secure Computing

Acquisition in 2021
CIS Secure Computing, Inc. designs and manufactures computing and communication solutions for government and commercial customers. It offers computing products, such as network storage devices, computers, laptops, desktop PCs, tower workstations, and smart card readers; and cosmic products, including multi-CODEC switches, family rack mounts, rear connector conversion panels, network isolation switches, dual IP network isolation switches, dial isolators, secure network switch accessories, and secure communications travel cases. Its customers include organizations within the defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security communities whose missions depend heavily on their ability to communicate and exchange information in a secure manner and to operate in challenging physical environments. The company was founded in 1992 and is based in Ashburn, Virginia.

Traductions Serge Bélair

Acquisition in 2019
Traductions Serge Bélair Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in language translation services for corporate and institutional clients. Founded in 1987, the firm provides a range of solutions including translation, terminology management, and interpretation services. Its expertise spans various sectors such as finance, human resources, insurance, health sciences, and consumer products. The company is known for delivering customized translation services tailored to the technical, financial, medical, and human resources fields.

John M. Floyd & Associates

Acquisition in 2019
John M. Floyd & Associates, Inc. is based in Houston, Texas, and specializes in developing income enhancement and expense reduction programs for banks and credit unions across the United States. Founded in 1972, the company offers a variety of services, including financial consulting, executive recruitment, contract negotiations, and business process improvement. Their expertise extends to organizational workflow, account acquisition, and sales strategies, enabling clients to optimize their operations and enhance profitability. With over 30 years of experience, the firm is dedicated to providing tailored support and consulting to meet the specific needs of financial institutions.

Fresh Direct Produce

Acquisition in 2018
Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. is a Vancouver-based company that imports, markets, and distributes a diverse range of fruits and vegetables, including fresh, ethnic, tropical, and organic varieties. Established in 2003, the company serves a wide array of clients, including chain stores, food service distributors, wholesalers, and independent grocers across Canada. Fresh Direct Produce is dedicated to providing high-quality produce and groceries, aiming to enhance the culinary experience for consumers while ensuring affordability and accessibility. Through its commitment to a healthy lifestyle, the company plays a significant role in the food supply chain, helping retailers offer an improved selection of fresh produce to their customers.

Urban Armor Gear

Acquisition in 2018
Urban Armor Gear, LLC, incorporated in 2013 and based in Laguna Niguel, California, specializes in the design and manufacture of rugged protective cases for mobile phones, laptops, and tablets. The company focuses on creating lightweight yet durable cases that protect devices from drops, shocks, and impacts, catering to the needs of a mobile lifestyle. Urban Armor Gear's products are recognized for their distinct engineering and patented designs, enhancing both the protection and utility of electronic devices.

Indigo Wild

Acquisition in 2018
Indigo Wild, L.L.C., established in 2000 and located in Kansas City, Missouri, specializes in creating all-natural aromatherapy products for both personal and home use. The company focuses on producing cruelty-free, vegan, and gluten-free items, ensuring that their offerings are free of harmful chemicals. Their product line includes a variety of skincare and home care solutions such as soaps, moisturizers, body lotions, lip balms, and laundry soaps. Indigo Wild distributes its products through wholesale and retail channels, catering to consumers seeking eco-friendly and health-conscious alternatives.

Protect Plus

Acquisition in 2017
Protect Plus Air, LLC is a manufacturer of air filtration products designed for residential use, including air filters, fiberglass filters, and air filters with air fresheners. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina, the company distributes its products through various retail outlets such as grocery stores, drug stores, hardware and home centers, and mass merchants across the United States. Protect Plus focuses on providing effective solutions for home HVAC systems, ensuring cleaner air quality for consumers.

Allied Vision Group

Acquisition in 2017
Allied Vision Group is a distributor of contact lenses, optical products, and pet medication products.

sensible | xirgo

Acquisition in 2016
Xirgo Technologies is a supplier of innovative, high-value M2M communication platforms with exceptional quality and scale. We facilitate significant time-to-market advantages and enable our customers and partners to quickly realize powerful and highly differentiated solutions for their customers, markets and stakeholders.

Panos Brands

Acquisition in 2016
PANOS brands™, a consumer packaged goods company created to manage a unique and defined portfolio of specialty food and beverage brands. "P.A.N.O.S." is an acronym that precisely defines the company’s mission to offer Premium, Authentic, Natural, Organic, and Specialty foods throughout the U.S and Canada. True to its namesake — the ancient Greek word for torch — we like to think of our brands as a beacon for consumers who are increasingly demanding a wide spectrum of specialty foods.

Royal camp

Acquisition in 2012
Royal Camp Services Ltd. specializes in providing camp and catering services for remote projects across various sectors, including oil and gas, construction, and forestry. Founded in 1991 and based in Edmonton, Canada, the company operates multiple open camps in Western Canada, offering a comprehensive range of services. These include workforce accommodations, menu planning, grocery delivery, daily food preparation, and custodial support. Royal Camp manages a fleet of specialized units, such as dormitories, kitchen and dining facilities, medical quarters, command centers, and recreational units. Through its services, the company enables clients to outsource their camp and catering needs, allowing them to concentrate on their primary business operations.
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