Midwest Growth Partners

Midwest Growth Partners, established in 2013 and headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, is a private equity firm focused on mid-market investments in the upper Midwest. The company provides succession planning liquidity and growth capital to established businesses, primarily in the manufacturing, food, agriculture, and distribution & logistics sectors. They typically invest between $500,000 and $20 million in companies seeking to expand or facilitate ownership succession.

Ben Fogle

Partner

Zane Hendricks

Vice President

John Mickelson JD

Founding Partner and Managing Partner

Russ Taylor

Co-Founding Partner and Operating Partner

Mike Taylor

Co-Founder and Partner

26 past transactions

French Gourmet

Venture Round in 2023
French Gourmet is a producer of premium frozen dough, specializing in a diverse range of artisan bakery products. The company's offerings include specialty croissants, danishes, puffs, pastries, muffins, and pastry fillings, all crafted using simple, all-natural ingredients. French Gourmet's products are pre-proofed and designed for convenience, allowing for a seamless transition from freezer to oven. The company serves a wide market, supplying luxury hotels, cruise lines, restaurants, and chain retail market bakeries, emphasizing quality and craftsmanship in its food products.

Catalina Finer Foods

Private Equity Round in 2022
Catalina Finer Foods specializes in the production of authentic Cuban and Caribbean cuisine. The company emphasizes quality by using handpicked ingredients that are carefully processed and blended with fine condiments. This approach results in a diverse range of fresh food products that aim to deliver exquisite taste and authenticity to consumers.

Superior Mason Products

Private Equity Round in 2021
Superior Mason is a manufacturer and distributor of patio and related building products, catering to both commercial and residential properties. The company provides a range of products, including panels, entrance covers, lunch shelters, canopies, windows, screen enclosures, and screen doors. These offerings are designed to meet the needs of various applications within the building sector, serving clients throughout the United States.

East Coast Rigging & Contracting

Private Equity Round in 2021
East Coast Rigging & Contracting is a scaffold installation, rental, and sales company. They offer services for engineering, design, erection, dismantling, and rental. They provide shoring, hoists, mast climbers, trash chutes, temporary fencing, safety equipment, and debris netting.

Livingston Machinery Company

Private Equity Round in 2021
Livingston Machinery Company is an agricultural equipment dealer that distributes a wide range of machinery and equipment across Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, and Kansas. The company represents numerous original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and offers products such as cranes, tractors, single-spindle cutters, pallet forklifts, buckets, and diggers. In addition to sales, Livingston Machinery provides a mobile service fleet that offers repair and maintenance services, ensuring that clients in the agriculture sector have access to reliable equipment and support to facilitate their farming operations.

Ag Solutions Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
Ag Solutions Group operates as a diversified platform of independent commercial and agricultural equipment dealerships selling and servicing farm, Powersports, landscape and construction equipment.

Incorp Industries

Acquisition in 2020
Incorp Industries offers specialized maintenance and mechanical services across various sectors, including power generation, pulp and paper, food and beverage, and manufacturing. The company provides a range of multi-craft services such as insulation, scaffolding, heat tracing, abatement, and siding. With a focus on completing projects efficiently, Incorp Industries is dedicated to delivering quality service in facilities related to electric generation, agriculture, water treatment, and more.

FAST Ag Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2020
FAST Ag Solutions manufactures liquid fertilizer applicators, sprayers, specialty trailers, tanks, and related agricultural equipment.

DCA Outdoor

Private Equity Round in 2019
DCA Outdoor, headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, specializes in the production and distribution of landscape products, including trees, plants, and related materials. The company integrates nursery stock production with various services such as distribution, transportation, sales, and marketing. This approach enables DCA Outdoor to effectively connect the production sector with landscape distribution, retail, agritourism, and transportation industries, fostering a comprehensive vertical integration in the landscape market.

Aldo Products Company

Private Equity Round in 2019
Aldo Products Company specializes in manufacturing coatings designed for the repair and restoration of commercial roof systems. The company offers a range of products, including silicone, polyurethane, and acrylic coatings, which are suitable for various types of roofs, such as metal, membrane, and modified bitumen. Aldo's solutions are aimed at enhancing the durability and performance of roofing systems across diverse commercial applications.

AgCertain

Private Equity Round in 2019
AgCertain offers food and pharmaceutical-grade specialty vegetable oils and glycerin.

Jackrabbit

Private Equity Round in 2019
Jackrabbit Inc., established in 1981 and based in Ripon, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing automated harvesting systems tailored for nut growers. The company offers a range of products, including pruning towers, harvesters, shuttles, carts, elevators, conditioners, and spare parts, all aimed at enhancing the efficiency and speed of the harvesting process. In addition to its primary manufacturing focus, Jackrabbit provides contract manufacturing services, which include laser cutting, shearing, and welding. The company also deals in used equipment, catering to various customer needs in the agricultural sector. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Jackrabbit remains a significant player in the nut harvesting equipment market.

Gilman Cheese

Private Equity Round in 2019
Gilman Cheese Corporation is a producer of premium quality processed cheese products, based in Gilman, Wisconsin. Founded in 1948 and previously known as Drangle Cheese Corp., the company offers a diverse range of over 450 products, including shelf-stable cheese, smoked cheese, fat-free, and reduced-fat options. Its product line features various flavors such as jalapeno pepper, bacon, dill, fajita, garlic, salami, and taco, catering to the gift pack, retail, and airline industries. With a production capacity of 1.6 million pounds of processed cheese per month, Gilman Cheese Corporation is committed to providing fresh-tasting, long shelf-life cheese products for its clients.

Maytag Dairy Farms

Private Equity Round in 2019
Maytag Dairy Farms, based in Newton, Iowa, specializes in the production of artisanal blue cheese and a variety of other cheeses, including white cheddar, yellow cheddar, and Swiss cheese. The company is known for its high-quality cheese spreads and related products, providing customers with a diverse selection of cheese forms from a single source. Maytag Dairy Farms focuses on delivering gourmet cheese options, emphasizing craftsmanship and flavor in its offerings.

Van Becelaere Machine Works

Private Equity Round in 2018
Van Becelaere Machine Works, Inc. is a manufacturer of precision machined components and parts, established in 1966 and located in Pittsburg, Kansas. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including energy-related components such as manifolds, pulleys, piston rods, and various engine blocks and heads. It also produces agricultural items like impellers and flywheels, as well as compressor-related parts including cylinder liners and connecting rods. In addition to manufacturing, Van Becelaere offers precision machining services, which encompass assembly, kitting, light fabrication, and testing. The company serves multiple industries, including oil and gas, agriculture, transportation, and aerospace, and is committed to meeting specific customer needs through timely delivery and high-quality service.

Truco Coatings

Private Equity Round in 2018
Truco Coatings provides Architectural roof coatings.

Stock’d Supply

Private Equity Round in 2018
Stock'd Supply is a manufacturer and distributor of fastener products and accessories, serving a diverse range of industries, including commercial, transportation, aerospace, and construction. The company offers a comprehensive selection of products, which includes bolts, nuts, washers, screws, anchors, pins, threaded inserts, kits, finished parts, and sockets. Through its extensive product lineup, Stock'd Supply aims to meet the fastening needs of various sectors, providing essential components that contribute to the functionality and safety of numerous applications.

Technical Threads

Private Equity Round in 2016
Technical Threads LLC, based in Franklin, Indiana, specializes in the manufacture and supply of custom fasteners tailored for heavy industrial applications. The company's product offerings include a range of components such as studs, hex bolts, nuts, washers, and fasteners for piping systems, along with related industrial supplies. Technical Threads also provides pre-finished materials in various finishes, configurations, and sizes to meet diverse customer needs. As of July 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Bolts & Nuts Corporation.

DERMAdoctor

Venture Round in 2016
DERMAdoctor specializes in the manufacture and distribution of skin care products aimed at addressing various skin concerns, including aging, rosacea, keratosis pilaris, and melasma. The company offers a diverse range of items, such as cleansers, serums, moisturizers, and exfoliators, all designed to provide effective solutions without the need for prescriptions. DERMAdoctor focuses on creating clinically-tested formulations that are clean, clinical, and cruelty-free, ensuring that consumers have access to high-quality products that effectively tackle common skin issues while minimizing irritation.

Market Fresh Produce

Private Equity Round in 2015
Market Fresh Produce, LLC is a supplier of fresh produce, specializing in a variety of fruits and vegetables, including sweet potatoes, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, peppers, Kiwifruit, and avocados. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Nixa, Missouri, the company operates additional facilities in Kansas City, Missouri, and Tampa, Florida. It serves both retail and food service customers through a network of supply partners across the United States. Market Fresh Produce emphasizes consistency and superior quality in its offerings, positioning itself as a value-added supply chain manager for branded fresh produce, catering to national and regional grocery retailers and food service providers.

Inland Coatings

Private Equity Round in 2014
Inland Coatings Corporation, founded in 1978 and based in Adel, Iowa, specializes in developing and producing liquid-based roofing systems and coatings for commercial and industrial structures. The company's product offerings include rubber roof coatings, liquid roofing solutions, protective coatings for heavy equipment and trailers, and industrial coatings. Inland Coatings is known for its cost-effective and easy-to-apply products that ensure durability and resistance to environmental factors such as salts, acids, and alkalis. The company serves a diverse clientele, including building owners, equipment manufacturers, and contractors, providing solutions for various roofing applications, including EPDM, TPO, and polyurethane foam roofing systems.

MC Advantages

Private Equity Round in 2014
MC Advantages is a distributor specializing in aftermarket parts and accessories for the power sports industry, particularly focusing on motorcycles. The company supplies a wide range of high-performance and track-tested motorcycle parts from various brands, catering to the needs of enthusiasts and professionals alike. By offering quality products, MC Advantages aims to enhance the performance and reliability of motorcycles, ensuring that customers have access to the components necessary for optimal riding experiences.

Countryside Tank Company

Private Equity Round in 2013
Countryside Tank Company manufactures propane and anhydrous ammonia transport trailers.

Majona Steel

Private Equity Round in 2013
Majona Steel operates as a steel fabricator for a wide range of products. Its services cover transport tank trailers, steel storage tanks, pressure vessels, platform systems, stairs, ladders, railings, fall protection systems, and structural steel framing systems.

Cedar Rapids Tire

Private Equity Round in 2008
Cedar Rapids Tire is a distributor specializing in a wide range of tires, wheels, and tire chains. The company focuses on specialty and industrial tires, catering to various sectors, including power sports, lawn and garden, trailers, and agricultural implements. Additionally, Cedar Rapids Tire provides tire chains designed for use in snow and ice conditions, ensuring customers have access to the necessary equipment for diverse environments and applications.
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