Meridian General

Meridian General Capital is a private equity firm established in 2002 and headquartered in Rolling Hills Estate, California. The firm specializes in investments in lower middle market companies, focusing on buyouts, acquisitions, and corporate divestitures. Meridian General typically targets businesses with annual operating revenues between $10 million and $100 million and a minimum EBITDA of $2 million, although exceptions are made for bolt-on acquisitions. The firm is industry agnostic but has particular expertise in sectors such as aviation and aerospace, technology, logistics and distribution, travel, digital media, e-commerce, business services, and niche manufacturing. Meridian General aims to invest primarily within the United States, leveraging its operational experience to maximize the potential of its portfolio companies.

David Bland

Principal

Doug Jacobson

Principal

Dan Yoshihara

Principal

3 past transactions

PowderCoat Services

Acquisition in 2016
PowderCoat Services, LLC, founded in 1981 by Peter and Gail Hutchinson, is a leading provider of powder coating and industrial finishing services based in Anaheim, California. Serving customers in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego counties, and the Inland Empire, the company specializes in a wide array of items, including automotive products, fitness equipment, and various metal structures. With a commitment to environmentally sound practices, PowderCoat Services employs advanced techniques such as electrophoretic deposition and offers a range of finishes in different chemistries, glosses, and textures. Over the years, the company has expanded from a small team to a workforce of 50 employees, including original team members, and operates five facilities within an industrial park. This growth reflects its dedication to providing high-quality, affordable powder coating solutions to meet diverse client needs.

Silver Spur Corp

Acquisition in 2015
Silver Spur Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of glass and plastic packaging products, based in Cerritos, California, with manufacturing facilities in Taiwan and China. Established in 1978, the company produces a wide range of glass products, including Boston round bottles, food jars, beverage bottles, wine bottles, and droppers, as well as plastic containers made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Additionally, Silver Spur offers closures, including child-resistant options, and specialized products for medical and laboratory use, such as injectable vials and pre-filled syringes. The company serves multiple industries, including pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food and beverages, cosmetics, and alcohol, catering to both domestic and international markets with custom packaging solutions.

Spur

Post in 2015
Spur Corporation Ltd is a prominent restaurant franchisor based in Cape Town, South Africa, with operations extending internationally. Founded in 1967, the company manages a diverse portfolio of brands, including Spur Steak Ranches, Panarottis Pizza Pasta, John Dory’s Fish Grill Sushi, The Hussar Grill, RocoMamas, Casa Bella, and Nikos. As of mid-2020, Spur operated a network of 631 outlets, with a significant presence in South Africa and additional locations in countries like Mauritius and Australia. Beyond franchising, Spur is involved in sauce manufacturing, warehousing, product distribution, training, décor manufacturing, and call center services. The company leverages its intellectual property and operational expertise to create value for its stakeholders while adapting to various economic and social conditions.
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