Heartland Equity Partners

Heartland Equity Partners is a private equity firm based in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, founded in 2014. The firm specializes in acquiring, recapitalizing, and divesting mid-market companies, primarily within the manufacturing, value-added distribution, and business services sectors. Heartland focuses its investments on upper Midwestern states, particularly Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa, targeting companies with annual sales between $5 million and $30 million. By taking majority stakes in its investments, Heartland aims to enhance the growth and operational efficiency of the businesses it acquires, serving as a steward of jobs, communities, and investor capital.

Jerry Bauer

Principal

Timothy C. Callahan

Principal

Christopher W. Curtin

Principal

Jonathan Dobbs

Principal

John E. Hofkes

Principal

Ronald J. Kuhnen

Principal

Mark A. Orgel

Principal

2 past transactions

Ajax Metal Forming

Acquisition in 2017
Ajax Metal Forming Solutions, LLC, founded in 1945 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializes in metal forming solutions for various industries, including heavy equipment, durable goods, construction, and HVACR original equipment manufacturers. The company is recognized as a leader in metal stamping and metal forming manufacturing, providing essential components and solutions that meet the diverse needs of its clients.

Visual Impact

Acquisition in 2015
Visual Impact, LLC, based in Blaine, Minnesota, specializes in grand format digital printing solutions for customers primarily in the Midwest. Established in 1993, the company offers a diverse range of products, including banners, murals, vehicle wraps, window graphics, floor graphics, fence mesh, backlit displays, billboards, and mounted prints. In addition to printing, Visual Impact provides graphic design, installation, and services related to multi-location distribution and kitting. Its capabilities also encompass sewing, RF welding, contour cutting, and laminating. The company serves various sectors, such as events and festivals, retail, arenas, museums, tradeshows, shopping malls, and marketing agencies, positioning itself as a key player in the digital printing industry.
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