Best Version Media
Acquisition in 2025
Founded in 2007, Best Version Media publishes community-focused magazines that connect local businesses with residents. It serves over 1,300 neighborhoods across the U.S. and Canada, delivering millions of magazines monthly. The company offers print and digital marketing solutions, including advertising services.
SkinCure Oncology
Acquisition in 2024
SkinCure Oncology LLC, established in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing dermatology services with a focus on non-invasive skin cancer treatment. The company offers a trusted support system for dermatologists, utilizing superficial radiation therapy (SRT) as an alternative to traditional invasive methods. This technology allows for effective treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer while minimizing side effects typically associated with more invasive procedures. SkinCure Oncology's approach enables physicians to deliver cancer center-level radiation therapy directly in their offices, enhancing patient care and accessibility.
On Target Laboratories
Series C in 2023
On Target Laboratories, LLC engages in discovering, developing, and commercializing small molecules that target specific pathological cells, when conjugated with fluorescent dyes. It offers folate and other targeting agents that target, lung, uterine, kidney, breast, colon, pancreatic, and prostate cancer cells. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Northbrook, Illinois.
Ascent Global Logistics
Acquisition in 2023
Ascent Global Logistics Inc. is a U.S.-based provider of supply chain and logistics services, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. The company operates independently of Roadrunner Transportation Systems, Inc. as of August 2020. Ascent specializes in various logistics solutions, including domestic transportation management, international freight forwarding, and retail consolidation, catering to corporate customers worldwide. With a commitment to customized logistics services, Ascent Global Logistics utilizes technology-driven tools to enhance client operations and ensure premium customer service. The company's offerings also encompass ocean freight forwarding and logistics management, addressing complex logistics challenges and fostering high satisfaction among its clientele.
Augmedics
Series D in 2023
Augmedics is a company that develops augmented reality-guided surgical systems aimed at enhancing the safety and outcomes of surgical procedures. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Yoqneam Ilit, Israel, with an additional office located in Chicago, Illinois. Its flagship product, the xvision-spine (XVS) system, features a head-mounted display that allows surgeons to visualize the patient's anatomy through skin and tissue, significantly improving their ability to navigate during complex surgeries. The system integrates real-time positioning of surgical tools and utilizes illumination to enhance the focus area, providing critical insights and assistance to surgeons throughout the procedure. Augmedics strives to revolutionize surgical treatment by leveraging advanced technology to improve healthcare delivery.
Celerion
Acquisition in 2022
Celerion is a clinical research organization that specializes in early-stage clinical trials and applied translational medicine services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, with additional locations in Tempe, Arizona, and West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, Celerion focuses on translating research discoveries into actionable insights about drug effects in humans to support early drug development decisions. The company offers a range of services including global clinical research, data management, biometrics, bioanalytical services, and drug development solutions. With over 600 beds for clinical trials and experienced scientific staff, Celerion aims to expedite the market entry of new medicines through innovative strategies and efficient data generation.
Watchfire Signs
Acquisition in 2022
Watchfire Signs, LLC is a manufacturer based in Danville, Illinois, specializing in the design, production, and servicing of durable LED signs and digital billboards. Founded in 1932, the company offers a wide range of products, including outdoor and indoor sports video scoreboards, fixed digit scoreboards, indoor displays, and gas price displays. Additionally, Watchfire provides digital sign software, installation services, and in-house engineering and support. Its products cater to various sectors, including communities, commercial clients, entertainment, and digital outdoor advertising. Watchfire Signs operates through a network of dealers, helping businesses effectively communicate with their audience and enhance visibility. The company was previously known as Time-O-Matic Inc. and is a subsidiary of The Jordan Company, L.P.
Family Entertainment Group
Acquisition in 2022
Family Entertainment Group, LLC is a prominent company specializing in the design, development, and operation of family-oriented entertainment and amusement facilities both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, the company manages a diverse array of venues including amusement parks, bowling centers, casinos, hotels, movie theaters, retail stores, and water parks. It offers comprehensive services, including outsourced facility management, game room design and layout, equipment selection, and prize selection. Additionally, Family Entertainment Group is involved in game sales and brokerage services. The company employs innovative integrated management systems to enhance the monitoring and operation of entertainment locations, positioning itself as a leader in the amusement industry and serving a variety of blue-chip clients.
Load One
Private Equity Round in 2022
Load One is a transportation and logistics company based in Taylor, Michigan. It offers a range of services including ground expedite, air charter, truckload, and specialized logistics solutions. The company is focused on addressing the needs of clients with time-critical, time-sensitive, and high-value freight requirements. By providing comprehensive transportation options, Load One aims to deliver efficient and reliable solutions tailored to its customers' demands.
Clarus Therapeutics
Post in 2021
Clarus Therapeutics, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Northbrook, Illinois, that specializes in men's health. Founded in 2003, the company focuses on developing and commercializing oral testosterone replacement therapies in the United States. Its flagship product, JATENZO, is a soft gel formulation of testosterone undecanoate specifically designed for the treatment of men with hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low testosterone levels. JATENZO is notable for being the first and only oral testosterone replacement therapy available in the market. The company also explores additional androgen-based therapies for both men and women, as well as potential treatments for orphan indications, but JATENZO remains its primary source of revenue.
Augmedics
Series C in 2021
Augmedics is a company that develops augmented reality-guided surgical systems aimed at enhancing the safety and outcomes of surgical procedures. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Yoqneam Ilit, Israel, with an additional office located in Chicago, Illinois. Its flagship product, the xvision-spine (XVS) system, features a head-mounted display that allows surgeons to visualize the patient's anatomy through skin and tissue, significantly improving their ability to navigate during complex surgeries. The system integrates real-time positioning of surgical tools and utilizes illumination to enhance the focus area, providing critical insights and assistance to surgeons throughout the procedure. Augmedics strives to revolutionize surgical treatment by leveraging advanced technology to improve healthcare delivery.
On Target Laboratories
Series B in 2021
On Target Laboratories, LLC engages in discovering, developing, and commercializing small molecules that target specific pathological cells, when conjugated with fluorescent dyes. It offers folate and other targeting agents that target, lung, uterine, kidney, breast, colon, pancreatic, and prostate cancer cells. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Northbrook, Illinois.
USALCO
Private Equity Round in 2020
USALCO, LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of aluminum-based chemical commodities, serving industrial and municipal markets across North America. Established in 1980 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, the company produces a range of products including aluminum chloride, aluminum sulfate, sodium aluminate, and polyaluminum chloride. These chemicals are integral to various applications such as potable and wastewater treatment, phosphorus removal, and industrial processes. USALCO primarily caters to industries such as catalysts, pulp and paper, and water treatment. The company operates multiple production facilities located in Ashtabula, Fairfield, and Gahanna, Ohio; Baltimore, Maryland; Michigan City, Indiana; and Port Allen, Louisiana, ensuring a broad reach within the market.
Lipari Foods
Acquisition in 2019
Lipari Foods, LLC is a food product distributor based in Warren, Michigan, serving the United States market since its founding in 1963. The company specializes in a diverse range of categories, including bakery, dairy, deli, meat, seafood, confections, and specialty grocery items. Lipari Foods also manufactures various products such as fresh sandwiches, nut roasting items, trail mixes, gourmet popcorn, and peanut brittles. In addition to distribution, the company provides repacking, labeling, and custom manufacturing services. Its clientele includes supermarkets, convenience stores, and foodservice establishments, allowing Lipari Foods to offer a broad selection of on-trend and specialty products at competitive prices.
Vantage Specialty Chemicals
Acquisition in 2017
Vantage Specialty Chemicals manufactures and supplies naturally-derived specialty chemicals for diverse applications across personal care, food, consumer goods, and industrial markets. With expertise in alkoxylation and esterification processes, the company produces a range of products including fatty acids, glycerin, surfactants, emulsifiers, performance additives, and other organic specialties. Vantage serves various industries globally, leveraging its technical know-how to develop proprietary products and formulations.
BIC Graphic
Acquisition in 2017
BIC Graphic is a leader in product safety, quality assurance, social responsibility, supply chain security and environmental stewardship. Nearly all product SKUs are Prop 65 compliant and do not require a Prop 65 label when shipping to California. As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, BIC Graphic offers the most comprehensive product assortment with the widest variety of decoration methods. In addition to its well-known brands, such as BIC®, KOOZIE®, Atchison®, Triumph® and JAFFA®, they also partner with prestigious retail brands such as myCharge®, Cool Gear®, HoMedics®, Cocoon®, Leatherman® and several golf brands. BIC Graphic operates five manufacturing facilities across the United States with three facilities in Florida and two facilities in Minnesota. The Company also operates a highly strategic product sourcing operation in Hong Kong and mainland China.
Empire Today
Acquisition in 2016
Empire Today, LLC is a leading in-home sales company specializing in installed flooring treatment products for residential and business customers across the United States. Founded in 1959 and based in Northlake, Illinois, the company provides a wide range of products, including carpet, hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl, vinyl, tile, and window treatments. Empire Today operates through a shop-at-home model, allowing customers to receive personalized consultations and product selections in the comfort of their own homes. With a presence in 68 markets, including many of the largest metropolitan areas, Empire Today aims to simplify the flooring purchasing experience for consumers, promoting its services under the motto “Flooring Made Easy.” Formerly known as Empire Home Services, LLC, the company rebranded in 2007, reflecting its focus on providing convenient and comprehensive flooring solutions.
InterDent
Acquisition in 2012
InterDent offers management services to a network of over 150 dental offices across eight states, including Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington, employing more than 450 dentists. The company provides a range of business, administrative, and financial support services, such as billing, staffing, productivity analysis, training, and inventory management. This model allows affiliated offices to benefit from economies of scale and specialized functions, ultimately enhancing patient care. InterDent's network serves over one million patients each year, providing comprehensive dental services that encompass general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery, thereby making dental care more accessible and affordable.
Trinity Services Group
Acquisition in 2012
Trinity Services Group, Inc. is a leading provider of contracted food services exclusively for the corrections industry in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Established in 1990 and headquartered in Oldsmar, Florida, the company serves nearly 300,000 inmates daily across 33 states. Trinity specializes in the management and delivery of customized food service programs tailored for both inmates and staff in secure facilities. In addition to its core food service offerings, the company provides commissary services, inmate training programs, and laundry services, employing over 3,000 dedicated staff members. With a commitment to the corrections market, Trinity focuses on delivering high-quality service and innovative solutions without diverting resources to other service industries, thereby fostering long-term partnerships and addressing the unique needs of its clients.
Flight Options
Acquisition in 2007
Flight Options, LLC is a private jet aviation company headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 1998. It specializes in providing a range of private jet travel solutions, including fractional jet ownership, leasing, membership, and jet card programs. With a fleet of 130 luxury aircraft, Flight Options caters to both business and leisure travelers, primarily serving destinations across North America, the Caribbean, and Europe. The company is recognized for its commitment to customer service and flexibility, offering personalized experiences to its clients. Additionally, Flight Options provides aircraft management services, enhancing the utilization of its fleet. It has established service and maintenance operations in several states, including Ohio, Nevada, California, New Jersey, and Florida. Notably, Flight Options is the only fractional provider selected by the FAA to collaborate on the development of a next-generation Safety Management System, underscoring its leadership and innovation within the private aviation sector.
Clarus Therapeutics
Series C in 2007
Clarus Therapeutics, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Northbrook, Illinois, that specializes in men's health. Founded in 2003, the company focuses on developing and commercializing oral testosterone replacement therapies in the United States. Its flagship product, JATENZO, is a soft gel formulation of testosterone undecanoate specifically designed for the treatment of men with hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low testosterone levels. JATENZO is notable for being the first and only oral testosterone replacement therapy available in the market. The company also explores additional androgen-based therapies for both men and women, as well as potential treatments for orphan indications, but JATENZO remains its primary source of revenue.
HFI.
Private Equity Round in 2006
HFI, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of interior automotive products, specializing in cut and sew, foam-in-place, and assembly operations. The company produces a variety of items, including armrests, consoles, headrests, door trims, instrument panels, and seat trims. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Canal Winchester, Ohio, HFI operates multiple facilities across the United States and Mexico. As a Tier 2 supplier, HFI serves Tier 1 interior suppliers in the North American automotive and heavy truck markets. The company is recognized for its relationship-focused approach and vertically integrated production methods, which enable it to deliver tailored solutions and ensure high customer satisfaction.
CellIT
Venture Round in 2000
CellIT is a marketing and advertising company specializing in mobile marketing solutions. Founded in March 2012 and based in Illinois, the company provides a range of services, including text message advertising and mobile surveys, aimed at enhancing customer interaction management. CellIT's software integrates customer service and marketing expertise with engineering capabilities, allowing for the automation of multimedia customer interactions, particularly within the call center and customer service sectors. The company has developed innovative mobile platforms and custom technologies designed to engage and mobilize customer bases effectively. In addition to its original offerings, CellIT was acquired by HelloWorld, expanding its capabilities within a comprehensive SaaS platform for marketing.