Five Points Capital

Five Points Capital, established in 1997, is a North Carolina-based private equity firm specializing in the U.S. lower middle market. It manages direct private equity and credit strategies, offering debt financing in unitranche, subordinated, and second lien structures, along with equity co-investment capital. The firm focuses on building long-term relationships with private equity investors, providing financing certainty and add-on investment capacity. Five Points Capital is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and is headquartered in Winston-Salem. In 2020, it became an affiliate of RCP Advisors.

Jonathan B. Blanco

Managing Partner

Bradley A. Burton

Partner

Stephen Cone

Associate

Whit Edwards

Managing Partner

Martin P. Gilmore

Founding Partner

Ryan Hennessee

Vice President

Andrew Howell

Associate

Christopher N. Jones

Founding Partner

Alex Millman

Associate

Cam Mulhall

Senior Associate

Jason Prather

Principal

Jeff Tiani

Vice President

David G. Townsend

Founding Partner

Thomas H. Westbrook

Founding Partner

57 past transactions

The Lewis Group

Private Equity Round in 2023
The Lewis Group is a collective of affiliate companies that specializes in environmental services, property maintenance, and development services. Among its affiliates, Lewis Environmental focuses on providing industrial management services, including emergency and disaster response, industrial maintenance, site remediation, waste disposal, and facilities services. This multidisciplinary approach enables The Lewis Group to serve a diverse clientele by offering comprehensive, one-stop solutions tailored to meet various environmental and operational needs.

Flagship Specialty Partners

Private Equity Round in 2021
Flagship Specialty Partners is a provider of specialized services in the healthcare sector, focusing primarily on oral and maxillofacial surgical services. The company supports healthcare professionals by offering a range of human capital services, including professional staffing, accounts receivables billing, insurance, and marketing. By managing these essential business functions, Flagship Specialty Partners enables doctors to concentrate on delivering high-quality patient care without the distractions of operational responsibilities.

Analytical Technologies Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
Analytical Technologies Group, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Waterford, Connecticut, specializes in providing repair, maintenance, and contract services for laboratory research and bioprocess instruments. The company focuses on fast protein liquid chromatography systems and microplate readers, offering a range of services that include repairs, installations, and ongoing maintenance. By delivering these services, Analytical Technologies Group enables its clients to minimize machine downtime, thereby enhancing the efficiency of their laboratory operations.

ATRO

Debt Financing in 2020
ATRO Engineered Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer and engineer of heavy-duty truck parts, established in 1987 and headquartered in Saint Clair, Missouri. The company specializes in producing heavy-duty polyurethane suspension components, including bushings, suspensions, and torque rods for a wide range of applications, such as buses, agricultural vehicles, military vehicles, and trailers. ATRO's products are designed to be more durable than traditional rubber parts, offering resistance to oil, grease, salt, and abrasives, which enhances performance and productivity for its clients. The company markets its products through a distribution network, ensuring accessibility to customers in various sectors reliant on heavy-duty transport and equipment.

ATRO

Private Equity Round in 2020
ATRO Engineered Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer and engineer of heavy-duty truck parts, established in 1987 and headquartered in Saint Clair, Missouri. The company specializes in producing heavy-duty polyurethane suspension components, including bushings, suspensions, and torque rods for a wide range of applications, such as buses, agricultural vehicles, military vehicles, and trailers. ATRO's products are designed to be more durable than traditional rubber parts, offering resistance to oil, grease, salt, and abrasives, which enhances performance and productivity for its clients. The company markets its products through a distribution network, ensuring accessibility to customers in various sectors reliant on heavy-duty transport and equipment.

Adar

Debt Financing in 2020
Adar engages in virtualized cloud computing, IT infrastructure, consultation, and IT management solutions for different organizations.

GrammaTech

Acquisition in 2019
GrammaTech, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in creating tools for static analysis, cybersecurity, and software assurance. Founded in 1988 by professors from Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin, the company provides a range of products designed for various industries, including embedded systems, automotive, industrial automation, medical, aerospace, and defense. Its flagship offerings include CodeSonar, a source-code analyzer that detects critical errors in C/C++ and Java; CodeSentry, which helps security professionals manage software risks; and CodeSurfer, a sophisticated code browser for C/C++. Additionally, GrammaTech offers tools for the Ada programming language and an open-source Software Evolution Library that facilitates the enhancement of existing software. The company serves a global clientele, including startups, Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, and government agencies, and is headquartered in Ithaca, New York, with additional locations in California and Madison, Wisconsin.

Specialty Appliances

Private Equity Round in 2019
Specialty Appliances, Inc. is an orthodontic manufacturing company based in Cumming, Georgia, established in 1981. The company specializes in the production of custom orthodontic appliances, catering to dental professionals with a wide range of products. Its offerings include Herbst and X-Bow appliances, expansion and distalizing products, indirect bonding trays, and various types of retainers such as Hawley and guardian retainers. Additionally, Specialty Appliances produces functional devices, splints, positioners, and clear aligners. The company also provides digital printers tailored for the orthodontic field, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of modern orthodontics.

TransGo

Private Equity Round in 2017
TransGo LLC, established in 2015 with headquarters in El Monte, California, specializes in manufacturing automotive transmission parts and repair kits. The company focuses on producing high-quality components for automatic transmission valve bodies, which are among the most complex parts of a transmission system and crucial for nearly every transmission overhaul or repair. TransGo's products aim to address specific technical issues within these valve bodies, helping clients enhance their transmission repair services and minimize recurring complaints and failures.

Fire & Life Safety America

Private Equity Round in 2017
Fire & Life Safety America, headquartered in Richmond, VA, is a prominent provider of fire protection services across the eastern United States, operating in six states from Maryland to Florida to Texas. Established in 1997, the company has grown through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, merging with several regional fire protection firms to become a leading player in the fire and life safety industry. Fire & Life Safety America specializes in the inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation of various fire protection systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems, as well as fire alarm and foam systems. The company has earned recognition for its commitment to quality, holding certifications from the International Standards Organization and Underwriters Laboratory. With a workforce of over 800 employees, Fire & Life Safety America aims to provide top-tier fire protection services to safeguard lives and property, reflecting the strength and diversity of its extensive service network.

OutSolve

Private Equity Round in 2016
OutSolve specializes in providing outsourced affirmative action plans (AAPs) and compliance support that align with the requirements of the Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP). The company focuses exclusively on affirmative action planning and related services, ensuring that clients receive accurate and audit-ready AAPs. OutSolve's expertise helps organizations prepare for potential audits by the OFCCP, allowing them to navigate compliance requirements effectively. Through its tailored services, OutSolve aims to support businesses in maintaining adherence to federal regulations related to affirmative action.

Five Star Food Service

Private Equity Round in 2016
Five Star Food Service, headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a prominent provider of workplace food and beverage solutions in the United States, operating primarily in Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia. Founded in 1993, the company has grown significantly through acquisitions and business development, employing over 900 individuals. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including micro-markets, vending machines, office coffee and tea service, office kitchen pantry solutions, filtered water services, catering, and fresh food production. Five Star Food Service is recognized for its HAACP-certified culinary center, which ensures the delivery of high-quality food products. The company focuses on building strong relationships with national manufacturers to provide familiar, high-quality offerings across various categories. Its commitment to integrity and customer service underscores its mission to meet the needs of employees in various sectors, including commercial, institutional, and educational locations.

Vektek

Private Equity Round in 2016
Vektek, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Emporia, Kansas, specializing in the design and production of workholding devices, pallet fixture accessories, power supplies, and auxiliary equipment. Founded in 1974 and originally named Gray Tool & Engineering, Inc., the company offers a diverse array of hydraulic, metric, and pneumatic products, including work supports, clamps, cylinders, valves, and safety products. Vektek serves various industries, such as automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, and agriculture, providing engineered solutions that enhance accuracy and efficiency in manufacturing processes. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Vektek operates through a network of representatives in multiple countries, ensuring that clients receive reliable fixture solutions tailored to their needs.

Rainbow Child Care Center

Private Equity Round in 2016
Rainbow Child Care Center provides early education services to more than 10,500 students, with 121 schools and before/after school programs in 12 states in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast U.S.

Synoptek

Private Equity Round in 2016
Synoptek is a global systems integrator and managed IT services provider, established in 2001 and headquartered in Irvine, California. The company delivers a wide range of IT management and consultancy services to organizations of various sizes, from mid-market firms to Fortune 100 companies. Its offerings include business application management, custom software development, data insights, artificial intelligence solutions, and cloud services encompassing migration, integration, expansion, and security. By focusing on maximizing business value, Synoptek helps clients strengthen their IT foundations, manage risk and compliance, and enhance their competitive position in the market. The company's commitment to improving business outcomes and providing exceptional service underpins its long-standing partnerships with clients around the world.

EarthLink

Private Equity Round in 2016
EarthLink, LLC is an Internet service provider based in Atlanta, Georgia, established in 1994. The company offers a range of services including Internet access for households and small businesses, as well as email, privacy, and security products for consumers. Additionally, EarthLink provides digital marketing solutions and website design services tailored for small businesses. With a focus on delivering reliable connections at competitive rates, EarthLink serves over 1.5 million residential customers and numerous medium-sized and large enterprises across the United States. The company is currently undergoing reorganization as it continues to adapt to the evolving digital landscape.

Tropics Mixology

Private Equity Round in 2015
Tropics Mixology is a Chicago-based producer of cocktail mix and beverage products, specializing in all-natural frozen fruit purees, shelf-stable drink mixes, and high-quality bases. The company serves a diverse clientele, including over 3,500 restaurants and hospitality institutions across 22 countries. Tropics Mixology's product offerings support various applications, such as smoothies, culinary creations, alcoholic beverages, and craft cocktails. In addition to its signature mixes, the company also provides a selection of innovative caffeinated beverages and dairy-based coffee powders, reflecting its commitment to quality and versatility in the beverage industry. Through a decade of rapid growth, Tropics Mixology has established itself as a leading supplier in the global market.

Bevolution Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
Bevolution Group is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of beverage concentrates tailored for the foodservice industry. The company provides a diverse range of products, including juices, sugar-free beverages, enhanced waters, sports drinks, iced teas, cocktail mixers, and smoothies. Catering to a broad spectrum of clients, Bevolution Group serves restaurants, bars, healthcare organizations, casinos, educational institutions, and military facilities across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. To meet the evolving demands of the beverage market, Bevolution Group not only offers innovative, high-quality beverage solutions but also provides equipment and services. With headquarters in Chicago and production facilities in multiple locations, including Florida and California, the company is well-positioned to deliver customized products that align with specific sensory and delivery requirements.

ASPEQ Heating Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
ASPEQ Heating Group LLC is a manufacturer of electric heating and thermal management equipment, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 2008, the company designs and produces a comprehensive range of products including space heaters, immersion heaters, circulation heaters, infrared heaters, and various specialized heating elements. ASPEQ serves a diverse clientele across commercial, industrial, transportation, and marine sectors, offering custom solutions tailored to specific customer requirements through its brands, INDEECO, Heatrex, and AccuTherm. With a focus on flexibility and quality, ASPEQ operates two manufacturing facilities in Missouri and is involved in every aspect of the manufacturing process, ensuring premium service and value-added thermal management solutions for a wide array of applications.

Quick Med Claims

Private Equity Round in 2015
Quick Med Claims, LLC is a leading provider of billing and reimbursement consulting services for emergency medical transportation, catering to both air and ground EMS organizations across the United States. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company operates additional locations in Kansas City, Missouri; Danville, Pennsylvania; Bel Air, Maryland; Cromwell and Ansonia, Connecticut; and San Antonio, Texas. Quick Med Claims focuses on ensuring compliance with all relevant billing and reimbursement regulations while maximizing the recovery of allowable funds for its clients. By leveraging technology-driven solutions, the company aims to improve revenue cycle management for hospitals, municipalities, and private emergency medical transportation providers, making it a preferred partner in the industry.

Curt Manufacturing

Private Equity Round in 2014
CURT Group is a manufacturer and distributor based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, specializing in towing systems, truck accessories, and specialty equipment. The company offers a wide range of products, including hitches, automotive accessories, storage carriers, aftermarket mirrors, and front-end protection, all designed for a custom fit across various vehicle types, from passenger cars to commercial trucks. CURT Group emphasizes quality and aesthetics while maintaining competitive pricing, aiming to lead the industry through a commitment to customer satisfaction and the value of its workforce.

Thompson Industrial Services

Private Equity Round in 2014
Thompson Industrial Services is a provider of comprehensive industrial cleaning and maintenance solutions tailored for various sectors, including pulp and paper, steel, chemicals, plastics, and power generation. The company specializes in a diverse array of services such as water blasting, vacuuming, chemical cleaning, cryogenic cleaning, and pneumatic and hydro-vacuum excavation. By focusing on safety and quality, Thompson Industrial Services aims to deliver effective cleaning and inspection services that meet the unique needs of its industrial clients.

BrandFX Body

Private Equity Round in 2013
BrandFX Body Company specializes in the manufacturing and sale of fiberglass composite utility truck bodies. The company's product lineup includes service bodies for smaller utility trucks, line bodies for medium-sized trucks, as well as toppers and inserts tailored for compact utility vehicles. These vehicles are essential to utility fleet operations across various sectors, including telecommunications, construction, HVAC, and energy distribution. BrandFX is recognized for its dominance in the composite body market and is esteemed by utility customers for delivering high-quality and durable solutions. The company's lightweight materials contribute to lower emissions and reduced maintenance costs, making them an attractive option for diverse commercial and utility applications.

Linkage

Private Equity Round in 2013
Linkage, Inc. is a management and consulting company founded in 1988 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, with additional international offices. The company specializes in leadership development, offering a range of services that include digital and in-person training, coaching, consulting, and leadership assessments. Linkage focuses on advancing women leaders and promoting inclusion within organizations, providing tailored solutions to address leadership development challenges. Its programs encompass succession planning, board facilitation, and workshops on topics such as organizational change and team effectiveness. Serving various industries, including automotive, healthcare, financial services, and technology, Linkage aims to empower organizations to effectively engage and transform their talent, ultimately driving business results and lasting impact.

Marketplace Events

Private Equity Round in 2013
Marketplace Events is a leading organizer of consumer home and garden shows, operating 38 events in the United States and 14 in Canada, alongside five holiday shows. With a presence in 25 markets, the company attracts approximately 1.75 million attendees and 15,000 exhibitors annually, supported by a dedicated team of 150 employees across 14 offices. Marketplace Events is known for producing some of North America's most successful and long-standing shows, with several events in cities like Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Vancouver, Calgary, and Montreal having a history exceeding 75 years. In 2016, the company expanded its offerings by launching Marketing Solutions, a division that provides digital marketing, custom printing, branded content, and sales support to its diverse customer base.

Young Innovations

Private Equity Round in 2013
Young Innovations, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of dental supplies and equipment designed for use by dental professionals and consumers. The company provides a comprehensive range of products, including preventive items like prophy angles and pastes, infection control products such as disinfectants and gloves, and diagnostic tools including digital imaging systems and X-ray supplies. Additionally, Young Innovations offers endodontic products and homecare kits. It markets its offerings through a network of distributors and directly to dental providers, hygiene schools, and healthcare facilities, with operations spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, South America, Central America, and the Pacific Rim. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Earth City, Missouri, Young Innovations pursues growth through a strategy of acquisition, product enhancement, and operational improvement, ensuring a robust response to the evolving needs of clinicians and patients.

Stella Rising

Private Equity Round in 2013
Stella Rising is a marketing and media agency that specializes in developing innovative digital marketing strategies and consulting services for high-growth consumer brands, particularly in the beauty, food, health, and retail sectors. The agency provides a comprehensive range of services, including communications planning, media strategy, digital marketing, search engine optimization, and e-commerce solutions. By offering sophisticated tools such as product positioning analysis, competitive trend reports, and demographic target data, Stella Rising helps its clients effectively connect with new customers and enhance product visibility in the marketplace. The company, formerly known as Women's Marketing Inc., rebranded as Stella Rising in 2018, emphasizing its commitment to building strong, recognizable brands through a blend of traditional and digital advertising techniques.

Precision Aviation Group

Private Equity Round in 2012
Precision Aviation Group is a prominent manufacturer and service provider in the aerospace industry, specializing in both rotary and fixed-wing aircraft. The company offers a range of products, including aircraft parts, along with maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. It provides essential repairs and sales support for avionics, instruments, electronics, and electrical accessories, primarily serving helicopters and turboprop aircraft. With a focus on the aerospace and defense sectors, Precision Aviation Group is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions to its clients worldwide.

Smith-Cooper International

Private Equity Round in 2012
Smith–Cooper International is a leading designer, producer, importer and value-added distributor of high quality pipe, valves and fittings to a wide range of customers and end markets. Smith-Cooper International offers over 22,000 SKUs and serves more than 2,500 customers globally. The Company’s diverse industrial maintenance, repair and operations product offering enables it to serve a broad range of end markets including commercial and industrial, energy, chemical and petrochemical refining, and fire protection, among others.

ECKLER’S

Private Equity Round in 2012
ECKLER’S is a multi-channel, direct-to-customer marketer of restoration parts and accessories for classic and enthusiast vehicles.

SeraCare

Private Equity Round in 2012
SeraCare Life Sciences, Inc. is a provider of products and services that support the discovery, development, and production of diagnostics and therapeutics for both human and animal use. The company operates through two main segments: Diagnostic and Biopharmaceutical Products, and BioServices. Its Diagnostic and Biopharmaceutical Products segment offers controls and panels for infectious disease testing, reagents, and bioprocessing products essential for drug and vaccine development. This includes diagnostic intermediates, cell culture additives, therapeutic grade albumin, and purified human cells. The BioServices segment provides biorepository services, sample processing, testing for research and clinical trials, and contract research support in various fields, including molecular biology and virology. SeraCare serves a diverse clientele, including laboratories, blood banks, IVD manufacturers, government agencies, and academic institutions, primarily through direct sales and independent distributors across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts, SeraCare operates as a subsidiary of LGC Standards Ltd. after being taken private in 2012.

Safety Infrastructure Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2012
Safety Infrastructure Solutions rents and sells infrastructure safety products to a broad group of industrial customers for applications in the highway construction and repair, pipeline construction and repair, and industrial plant infrastructure industries, and for a host of other construction and repair applications throughout the United States. The company's products include safety signage and related products, as well as water abatement systems.

ASL Pharmacy

Private Equity Round in 2012
ASL Pharmacy provides people suffering from chronic rhinosinusitis with compounded medications for a simple, customized and focused approach to Topical Sinus Therapy (TST).

JF Petroleum Group

Private Equity Round in 2012
JF Petroleum Group, formerly known as Jones & Frank, specializes in providing comprehensive distribution, construction, and service solutions tailored for the North American fueling infrastructure industry. The company caters to retail fueling stations, commercial and government fleets, as well as emergency power customers. With a network of 30 branch offices and four distribution centers across the United States, JF Petroleum Group employs over 1,000 professionals. Their extensive product offerings include fuel dispensers, point-of-sale systems, underground petroleum storage tanks, and canopies. In addition to product sales, the company provides a range of services such as fuel system installations, energy storage solutions, project management, commercial repairs, and preventive maintenance, ensuring customized support for their clients' fueling needs.

National Trench Safety

Private Equity Round in 2012
National Trench Safety is a provider of trench and traffic safety products and services, specializing in both rental equipment and engineering solutions for complex projects. The company offers a wide range of products, including trench shielding, trench shoring, road plates, pipe lasers, pipe plugs, and confined space equipment. In addition to equipment rentals, National Trench Safety delivers comprehensive engineering services, such as site-specific trench safety plans and traffic control plans, designed by experienced professionals. The company is committed to ensuring safety and efficiency in challenging environments, providing everything from basic barricades to complete, tailored trench shoring systems along with the necessary equipment to implement these plans effectively.

JML Optical Industries

Venture Round in 2011
JML Optical Industries, LLC, based in Rochester, New York, specializes in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and testing of custom optical assemblies, components, and systems. Founded in 1972, the company produces a variety of optical elements, including lenses, mirrors, prisms, beam-splitters, and windows, as well as offering optical coating services. JML Optical Industries serves diverse sectors that rely on imaging optics, such as defense, medical and biomedical diagnostics, life science research, metrology, and biometric industries. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of its customers.

Aurora Parts & Accessories

Private Equity Round in 2011
Aurora Parts & Accessories, LLC is a distributor of aftermarket and replacement parts and accessories for semi-trailers in the North American transportation industry. Established in 2003 and based in Lebanon, Indiana, the company specializes in a comprehensive range of products, including body, chassis, electrical components, brakes, wheels, suspension parts, cargo control products, safety equipment, and fasteners. Aurora Parts & Accessories serves its customers through a network of independently owned dealerships, distributors, sales representatives, repair shops, and fleets, ensuring that they have access to reliable parts for maintenance and repair needs. The company's focus on quality and service positions it as a key player in supporting the operational efficiency of the transportation sector.

Conisus

Private Equity Round in 2011
Conisus, LLC is a provider of medical education programs focused on improving the care of patients with cancer and blood disorders. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a range of educational activities, including live events, archived webcasts, newsletters, and case-based learning tailored for oncology and hematology professionals. Conisus also engages in strategic planning and development of programs in oncology, providing services related to product launch, brand extension, and maturity. Its offerings include healthcare provider communications, such as advisory board management, speaker training, and customized learning solutions for sales training. Additionally, Conisus provides scientific strategy services, including education, competitive intelligence, conference coverage, and publication planning, primarily for clients in the hematology and oncology pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Established in 2007, Conisus aims to deliver superior educational content while maintaining high standards of integrity and service.

Thompson Industrial Services

Private Equity Round in 2010
Thompson Industrial Services is a provider of comprehensive industrial cleaning and maintenance solutions tailored for various sectors, including pulp and paper, steel, chemicals, plastics, and power generation. The company specializes in a diverse array of services such as water blasting, vacuuming, chemical cleaning, cryogenic cleaning, and pneumatic and hydro-vacuum excavation. By focusing on safety and quality, Thompson Industrial Services aims to deliver effective cleaning and inspection services that meet the unique needs of its industrial clients.

Thompson Construction Group

Private Equity Round in 2010
Thompson Construction Group are a privately held, progressive company headquartered in South Carolina, serving the Southeast. Their success is built on their commitment to quality. Their businesses range from commercial and industrial construction and maintenance to, industrial cleaning services. They have the experience and track record to make your project successful.

Career Step

Private Equity Round in 2009
Career Step, LLC is a provider of online education and training programs focused on career development in the healthcare sector, administrative services, and technology. Founded in 1992 and based in Lehi, Utah, the company offers a variety of courses that include medical coding, medical billing, medical transcription, pharmacy technician training, and health information management. Additionally, Career Step provides programs for administrative roles, such as medical office management and executive assistant training, as well as specialized healthcare training, including healthcare IT and patient care. Its digital learning platform allows for flexible, self-paced study, integrating multimedia resources and progress tracking to enhance the learning experience. Career Step aims to equip individuals with practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for healthcare careers, while also preparing them for relevant certification exams. The company collaborates with various stakeholders in the healthcare and education sectors to ensure the quality and relevance of its training programs.

Unishippers Global Logistics

Private Equity Round in 2007
Unishippers Global Logistics is a provider of comprehensive shipping and logistics services tailored to small and medium-sized businesses in the United States. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company offers a wide range of services including domestic express, international express, ground, air freight, ocean freight, and truck freight services. These services encompass both less-than-truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FTL) options, as well as same-day, overnight, and next-day shipping. Unishippers leverages partnerships with major carriers such as UPS, Saia, Estes, YRC Freight, and UPS Freight to manage the pickup, transport, and delivery of shipments. The company operates through a network of nearly 300 franchise locations and affiliate outlets, providing attractive shipping rates and high-quality service to over 50,000 customers. Additionally, Unishippers offers shipment insurance and online transportation management services.

Ginsey Home Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2007
Ginsey Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor based in Bellmawr, New Jersey, specializing in home furnishings and accessories for pets, juveniles, and adults. Founded in 1952, the company offers a diverse range of products including toilet seats, floor mats, potty training items, and various shower and bath accessories. Its product line encompasses children's bath products such as bathtubs, bath mats, and toy organizers, as well as grooming products for pets. Ginsey is recognized for its ability to provide innovative, solution-based home goods and operates under a portfolio that includes both private-label and leading national brands, serving a wide array of top retailers across North America.

Glasscock Company

Private Equity Round in 2007
Glasscock Company is a provider of bulk transportation services based in the Southeastern United States. The company specializes in the transport of various materials, including rock, coal, sand, gypsum, ash, dirt, recycled metal, and municipal solid waste. With a fleet of over 300 trucks and trailers, Glasscock Company efficiently handles the hauling of aggregates, concrete, and dry bulk cement, ensuring reliable delivery from source to destination.

The Lion Brewery

Private Equity Round in 2007
The Lion Brewery, Inc. is a beverage manufacturer based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, established in 1905. The company produces and sells a variety of beers, including its well-known Lionshead and Stegmaier brands, as well as Liebotschaner Cream Ale and Lion Root Beer. In addition to its core beer offerings, the brewery specializes in contract brewing and the production of specialty beverages such as energy drinks, non-alcoholic brewed beverages, and craft sodas. The Lion Brewery markets its products through distributors and an online shop, catering to a diverse customer base across the United States. As a former subsidiary of Castle Eden Brewery Limited, it has a long-standing tradition in the brewing industry.

Thompson Industrial Services

Private Equity Round in 2006
Thompson Industrial Services is a provider of comprehensive industrial cleaning and maintenance solutions tailored for various sectors, including pulp and paper, steel, chemicals, plastics, and power generation. The company specializes in a diverse array of services such as water blasting, vacuuming, chemical cleaning, cryogenic cleaning, and pneumatic and hydro-vacuum excavation. By focusing on safety and quality, Thompson Industrial Services aims to deliver effective cleaning and inspection services that meet the unique needs of its industrial clients.

Ennis-Flint

Private Equity Round in 2004
Ennis-Flint, headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a global leader in traffic safety and pavement marking solutions. The company, formed by the merger of Ennis Traffic Safety Solutions and Flint Trading, Inc., offers a wide range of products including paints, thermoplastics, and plural components for roadway striping, as well as preformed thermoplastics for various traffic markings and custom horizontal surface signage. Ennis-Flint's comprehensive product lineup ensures reliable and long-lasting solutions, while its local relationships remain a key strength.

Micell Technologies

Venture Round in 2002
Micell Technologies, Inc. is a biomedical device company specializing in interventional cardiology systems for vascular drug delivery. Founded in 1995 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company develops innovative products such as the MiStent Sirolimus Eluting Absorbable Polymer Coronary Stent System, which combines the benefits of a drug-eluting stent with those of a bare-metal stent. Micell also offers drug-coated balloons that deliver sirolimus to the artery wall during procedures like percutaneous transluminal angioplasty, as well as bioresorbable scaffolds for controlled drug delivery. Utilizing advanced technologies, Micell aims to enhance healing and improve clinical outcomes in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, the company provides clinical trials and health economics services to support its product development and market strategies.

City Signal Communications

Series C in 2002
City Signal Communications is a provider of flexible metro dark fiber solutions to the communications industry. The company offers solutions and services to carrier hotels, central offices, data centers, and voice and data aggregation centers.

Advanced Disposal

Venture Round in 2002
Advanced Disposal Services, Inc. is a prominent provider of non-hazardous solid waste collection, transfer, recycling, and disposal services, operating primarily in the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Eastern United States, as well as in the Bahamas. The company caters to approximately 2.7 million residential customers, 200,000 commercial and industrial clients, and 800 municipalities. Its operations include curbside collection of residential waste, offering waste containers and compactors for commercial and industrial use, and providing roll-off containers for construction and demolition sites. Advanced Disposal also manages landfill disposal services and operates recycling facilities that process various materials, including cardboard and glass. As of late 2019, the company managed 95 collection operations, 73 transfer stations, 41 active landfills, and 3 recycling facilities across 16 states. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Ponte Vedra, Florida, Advanced Disposal was previously known as ADS Waste Holdings, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Waste Management, Inc. in 2020.

Precision Hydraulic Cylinders

Private Equity Round in 2001
Precision Hydraulic Cylinders, Inc. specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and supply of hydraulic cylinders tailored for a variety of applications, including material handling, construction, agriculture, and mobile equipment. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Beulaville, North Carolina, the company produces a diverse range of hydraulic cylinders, such as lift cylinders, welded and tie rod cylinders, as well as single and double acting models. With production facilities located in the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, Precision Hydraulic Cylinders serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the mobile equipment sector, ensuring seamless integration and superior performance through comprehensive design and support throughout the development and manufacturing processes.

Aaron Industries

Private Equity Round in 2001
Aaron Industries manufactures the re-processing of recycled materials. They provide material processing for applications. Their material capabilities include recycled polyolefin and elastomeric compounds specifically tailored to customer specifications. They also provide unmodified recycled materials with materials intended for food contact.

Cavalier Telephone

Private Equity Round in 2000
Cavalier Telephone is a telecommunications provider serving business and residential customers primarily in the mid-Atlantic region, including Richmond, Norfolk-Hampton Roads, Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Founded in 1992 and originally named LDMI Telecommunications, the company changed its name to Cavalier Telephone in 2007. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including local and long-distance calling, high-speed and dial-up Internet access, digital television, and VoIP solutions. Additionally, Cavalier Telephone provides network services such as audio and web conferencing, collocation, voice mail, and fiber-based access. The company is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and operates as a subsidiary of Cavalier Telephone, LLC.

The Village Tavern

Private Equity Round in 1999
Village Tavern is a hospitality company that operates a chain of upscale casual restaurants. The establishment is known for its diverse menu, which features a variety of dishes including steaks, fish, burgers, and pizza. With a focus on providing a quality dining experience, Village Tavern aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for its guests while delivering exceptional food and service.

Universal Solutions International

Private Equity Round in 1999
Universal Solutions International is a contract manufacturing firm that specializes in providing a wide range of services primarily for the government and defense sectors. The company offers aviation services, CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive) services, integrated logistics, and training. Additionally, it develops and consults on technology solutions and cyber security, as well as unmanned aviation systems and manufacturing energy systems. By focusing on these areas, Universal Solutions International aims to deliver essential products and services that enhance national security and support the operational needs of its clients.

Triangle Ice Company

Private Equity Round in 1998
Triangle Ice Company, based in Lumberton, North Carolina, specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of packaged ice. The company serves a diverse clientele, including supermarkets, retail chains, mass merchants, convenience stores, and independent retailers across North and South Carolina. By focusing on quality and reliable service, Triangle Ice Company has established itself as a key player in the regional ice supply market, meeting the needs of various businesses that require packaged ice for retail and operational use.

Cline

Private Equity Round in 1998
Cline is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial manufacturing equipment components.
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