Milestone Partners

Milestone Partners, established in 1995 and headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, is a private equity firm specializing in the recapitalization of lower middle market businesses. The firm focuses on North American companies operating in sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, and technology. Milestone Partners collaborates with management teams to capitalize on growth opportunities, providing strategic support and financial resources to drive business success.

James Billmyer

Partner

Sujit Hiremath

Analyst

Brad Martin

Vice President

Lauryn Pembleton

Analyst

John Shoemaker

Partner

Michael Todd

CFO, CCO

Scott Warren

Founder, Partner and Investment Committee Member

45 past transactions

733Park

Acquisition in 2023
733Park is a M&A advisory firm based in Brookline, Massachusetts, established in 2006. The company provides a range of services, including assistance with mergers, acquisitions, deal sourcing, and due diligence consulting. It primarily serves clients in the fintech, payments technology, and software as a service sectors, offering expertise tailored to the needs of these industries. 733Park is focused on facilitating transactions and providing strategic guidance to help companies navigate complex financial landscapes.

CDE

Acquisition in 2023
CDE specializes in providing customized point of sale (POS) equipment solutions designed to meet the latest industry standards for payment processing. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including hardware provisioning, encryption, web-based configuration, and asset management. By streamlining the acquisition, deployment, and maintenance of critical POS equipment, CDE helps businesses navigate the complexities of delivering effective payment solutions. Additionally, CDE addresses sustainability concerns through equipment recycling, further supporting its clients in managing their payment processing needs efficiently and responsibly.

Cypress Property & Casualty Insurance Company

Acquisition in 2020
Cypress Property & Casualty Insurance Company is an insurance provider focused on property and casualty insurance, primarily operating in Florida and Texas. The company offers a range of home insurance products, including homeowners coverage, condominium coverage, renter's insurance, and rental property protection. These offerings are designed to provide policyholders with financial stability in the event of property-related disasters.

mTab

Acquisition in 2018
mTAB LLC is a U.S.-based company that specializes in enterprise solutions for managing and analyzing research results. The firm offers a web-based service known as mTAB, which standardizes data into a common format, allowing strategists to conduct ad hoc data analysis efficiently. Additionally, mTAB provides a Service Bureau that compares and trends historical and current research, optimizing data for analysis and generating key performance indicators and other metrics. The company also features mTAB Report Automation, an interactive dashboard that visualizes research results and consolidates various data sources. Furthermore, mTAB Text Analytics integrates both structured and unstructured data to derive quantitative classifications and sentiment analysis. For smaller-scale projects, mTAB offers mTAB Self Managed, which incorporates its software suite. The company serves diverse sectors, including automotive, insurance, finance, consumer goods, and utilities. Founded in 1986, mTAB is headquartered in Yorba Linda, California.

RedZone Robotics

Acquisition in 2018
RedZone Robotics, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Auckland, New Zealand, specializing in wastewater asset management solutions. Founded in 1987, it provides a range of services including multi-sensor inspection, advanced pipeline assessment, and specialized reporting. The company develops proprietary robotic and software tools designed for the wastewater industry, enabling municipalities, contractors, and engineering firms to effectively manage their sewer pipeline systems. By offering high-performance inspection products and data collection services, RedZone Robotics empowers clients to make informed maintenance and capital expenditure decisions, ultimately maximizing their return on investment and reducing the risk of system failures.

Occasion Brands

Acquisition in 2017
Occasion Brands, LLC is an online retailer specializing in special occasion dresses, operating under the brands PromGirl, SimplyDresses, and Kleinfeld Bridal Party. Founded in 1998 and based in New York, the company offers a diverse selection of dresses, including prom, cocktail, formal, and evening gowns, as well as accessories for various events such as homecoming, graduation, and sweet 16 celebrations. Occasion Brands aims to be a leading retailer in the special occasion dress market, focusing on the connectivity and lifecycle of its offerings. In July 2020, the company filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.

G5

Acquisition in 2015
G5 Search Marketing, Inc. is a provider of digital marketing solutions tailored for the property management sector in the United States. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon, the company offers a cloud-based platform that enhances the customer experience across various digital touchpoints, from initial awareness to ongoing advocacy. This platform, known as the G5 DXM Marketing Cloud, supports multifamily, self-storage, senior living, and student housing property owners and operators in increasing demand, revenue, and net operating income. G5's technology utilizes machine learning to automate marketing decisions, optimize customer interactions, and improve property performance while reducing tenant acquisition costs. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth, being named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. magazine and Deloitte. G5 is backed by private equity investor Volition Capital.

US Auto Sales

Acquisition in 2015
US Auto Sales is a car dealership located in Duluth, Georgia.

eCommission

Acquisition in 2014
eCommission Financial Services, Inc., based in Austin, Texas, specializes in providing commission advance services to real estate sales professionals across the United States. Founded in 2001, the company offers a range of products that allow real estate agents and brokers to receive early payments on their commissions before the scheduled closing dates. These products include advances for pending sales, brokerage transactions, commercial deals, leases, short sales, bridge listings, and builder transactions. eCommission leverages advanced technology to streamline the approval process, ensuring quick and efficient service for its clients. The company is focused on enhancing cash flow management for real estate professionals, thereby supporting their financial needs in a competitive market.

PayLink Payment Plans

Acquisition in 2014
PayLink Payment Plans provides payment plan financing and payment processing services as well as business solutions for vehicle service contract providers. Its back office systems deliver receivables management solutions. PayLink Payment Plans was formerly known as Warranty Finance LLC. It was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Precision Partners

Acquisition in 2013
Precision Partners is an advanced manufacturing and engineering services company taking on production of the world’s most innovative designs. Precision Partners, a North American automotive market company that provides engineering, tooling, die design and hot and cold stamped steel parts.

Aldera

Series B in 2013
Aldera Holdings, Inc., established in 2002 and headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, specializes in providing administration and private portal solutions for healthcare payers and administrators. The company's core offering is a flexible, rules-based platform that caters to various healthcare lines of business, including medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy. This platform, available via SaaS subscription or term license models and deployable in the cloud or on-premise, integrates over 30 third-party healthcare applications and supports 37 million members across commercial and government markets. Aldera operates as a subsidiary of Evolent Health, Inc., following its acquisition in 2016.

Heights Finance

Acquisition in 2012
Heights Finance Corporation is a financial services company based in Peoria, Illinois, with operations spanning several Midwestern states, including Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. Founded in 1953, the company specializes in providing consumer loans, particularly installment loans, to individuals with limited access to traditional credit sources. Heights Finance offers a variety of loan options, including personal loans for purposes such as debt consolidation, vehicle purchases or repairs, home maintenance, and unexpected expenses. Additionally, the company provides credit and non-credit insurance products, thereby addressing a range of financial needs for its customers. Heights Finance operates as a subsidiary of MidCountry Financial Corp, contributing to its mission of delivering accessible financial solutions to hardworking Americans.

Martex Fiber

Private Equity Round in 2012
Martex Fiber provides a range of waste materials. In-plant services, waste management training, revenue-maximizing, and other services are among those they provide. Products like cuttings, wipers, remnants, thread waste, and others are recycled.

Image API

Acquisition in 2012
Image API is a technology company that specializes in enhancing public service delivery for government agencies through innovative document management and digital process automation solutions. The company offers a range of services, including enterprise content management, paper-to-digital document conversion, and outsourced mailroom management. By enabling clients to digitize, organize, and manage files from both paper and electronic sources, Image API simplifies workflows and enhances operational efficiency. Their solutions provide instant, secure access to documents, automate repetitive tasks, and facilitate seamless integration with existing systems. As an Advanced Technology Partner in the Public Sector Partner Program, Image API delivers scalable and cost-effective private cloud SaaS solutions that can quickly adapt to evolving needs while reducing the costs and risks associated with physical document storage. This allows clients in both the public and private sectors to streamline their operations and achieve measurable improvements in service delivery.

Machine Laboratory

Acquisition in 2011
Machine Laboratory is a machinery company providing CNC turning and milling machine tools.

Paktron Capacitors

Acquisition in 2011
Paktron Capacitors is a longstanding manufacturer of capacitors in the United States, specializing in multilayer polymer film capacitor products. The company's innovative portfolio includes miniature radial leaded capacitors, lead-frame capacitors, surface mount chip capacitors, and RC network snubber capacitors. Paktron's products are designed for high-reliability applications and cater to various sectors, including defense, space, telecommunications, alternate energy, and automotive. The company is known for its ability to provide short lead times, making its offerings suitable for mission-critical applications across diverse industrial markets.

Pancon

Acquisition in 2011
Pancon Corporation is an electronic manufacturing company based in East Taunton, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and production of engineered connectors and multilayer polymer capacitors. The company offers a diverse range of products, including standard and custom cable connectors, quick connects, specialty terminals, and various board mount interfaces. In addition to connectors, Pancon manufactures insert molded electrical interconnects, over molded lead frames, and electronic modules, primarily serving sectors such as automotive, industrial, medical, telecommunications, transportation, aerospace, and defense. With in-house design and production capabilities, Pancon caters to both original equipment manufacturers and their tier supply chain partners, distributing its products through representatives and distributors in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2011, Pancon Corporation was previously a subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Lashou.com

Series C in 2011
Lashou.com is a location-based social commerce platform that facilitates online-to-offline transactions for users in China. Founded in March 2010, the company has become the largest group-purchasing website in the country, serving over 500 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei. Lashou provides merchants with effective marketing solutions while allowing users to access discounts and coupons through group buying. The platform has experienced significant growth, boasting approximately 3 million registered users and over 30 million monthly visits. Lashou aims to expand its services into Southeast Asian markets, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore, in the near future. The company has successfully raised $55 million from various investors, contributing to its estimated market value of $1.1 billion.

Learn It Systems

Private Equity Round in 2010
Learn-It Systems is an educational services company that provides research-based reading and math tutoring services to struggling public and private school students targeted by classroom teachers and district administration for intervention in the United States. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Baltimore, Maryland with additional offices in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Mariner Finance

Acquisition in 2009
Mariner Finance is a Baltimore-based consumer finance company that focuses on providing tailored financial solutions to meet the specific needs of its customers. The company offers a range of products, including medium-term installment loans, personal loans, car loans, home loans, and credit insurance, primarily targeting near-prime borrowers. Mariner Finance distinguishes itself through its commitment to exceptional customer service, which is viewed as essential for building lasting relationships in the communities it serves. By prioritizing quality service and maintaining a local approach, Mariner Finance aims to not only meet but exceed the expectations of its clients, reinforcing its reputation as the preferred consumer finance company in the area.

Trans-Trade

Acquisition in 2009
Trans-Trade, Inc. is a logistics and transportation company based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in a comprehensive range of services for businesses of all sizes across the United States and internationally. Founded in 1984, the company provides import services including air and ocean freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and door-to-door delivery, as well as export services such as document preparation and container consolidation. Additionally, Trans-Trade offers domestic services, including various delivery options and truckload solutions. The company also excels in third-party logistics (3PL), warehousing, and technical services like inventory management and order fulfillment. Its diverse offerings extend to government services, ensuring compliance and secure storage solutions for specialized freight. Through its extensive portfolio, Trans-Trade facilitates streamlined import and export processes for its clients.

Blaschak Coal

Private Equity Round in 2009
Blaschak Coal Corporation, founded in 1937 and headquartered in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, specializes in mining, preparing, and marketing anthracite coal. The company serves various industries, including glass manufacturing, home and institutional heating, industrial heating, steel production, sugar production, and water treatment and filtration. Blaschak Coal distributes its products through a network of anthracite dealers across North America. In addition to coal, the company offers apparel and hats for sale online. Blaschak has established a reputation for mining innovation and environmental restoration, reflecting its commitment to meeting the needs of both local and global customers.

Avure Technologies

Acquisition in 2009
Avure Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer and installer of high-pressure processing (HPP) systems, catering to both industrial and consumer goods sectors. Founded in 1999 and based in Lewis Center, Ohio, the company specializes in isostatic presses, which include hot and cold isostatic presses, as well as sheet metal forming presses used in various applications such as aerospace, automotive, and advanced ceramics. Avure's HPP systems are pivotal in food processing, employing ultra-high pressure technology to eliminate pathogens in packaged food, thus enhancing food safety and extending shelf life. Their product range also includes seafood processing machines and lab systems for research and development. With an extensive installed base of over 1,200 presses globally, Avure Technologies has established itself as a leader in high-pressure technology, supporting diverse industries with robust solutions. The company operates tolling centers in multiple countries, underscoring its international reach and commitment to service.

Quintus Technologies

Acquisition in 2009
Quintus Technologies AB is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high pressure systems, specializing in sheet metal forming and the densification of advanced materials. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Västerås, Sweden, the company operates globally, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and medical implants. It provides a range of products, including fluid cell presses and deep draw hydroforming presses, as well as hot and cold isostatic presses and heat treatment solutions. Quintus Technologies also offers comprehensive support services, including technical field assistance, training, application support, and upgrade services, along with spare parts and service agreements. With a strong international presence, the company has delivered over 1,800 systems worldwide and continues to innovate within specialty markets that demand complex, high-strength, low-volume metal components.

Black Letter Discovery

Acquisition in 2008
Black Letter Discovery, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive discovery and document review solutions tailored for the U.S. legal sector. The company offers a range of services including the provision of temporary attorneys, project management, and document review facilities to law firms and corporations across the country. Its expertise extends to handling document review projects related to litigations, mergers and acquisitions, government investigations, and antitrust matters. Additionally, Black Letter Discovery is committed to enhancing the skills of legal professionals by offering continuing legal education and training programs focused on complex document review processes for document reviewers and project managers.

Safemark Systems

Acquisition in 2008
Safemark is a prominent provider of secure storage solutions for the global hospitality industry, specializing in electronic safes. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including hotels, resorts, water parks, amusement parks, zoos, and casinos. Safemark's offerings include various models of electronic safes designed to fit case goods, walls, and closets, enhancing security and convenience for guests. Additionally, the company supports its clients with technology-enabled mobility and guest amenity services. By implementing proven revenue share programs, Safemark helps its clients increase profitability while elevating the overall guest experience.

Cafe Enterprises

Acquisition in 2008
Cafe Enterprises, Inc. was established in 1988 and specializes in the operation of casual dining restaurants. The company manages a portfolio of establishments under the FATZ® Cafe, Tavern 24, and Tablefields brands. With a presence in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia, Cafe Enterprises operates 43 company-owned full-service dining locations. In addition to traditional dining services, the company also offers catering and a variety of beverage options, enhancing the dining experience for its customers.

GLOBAL CONNECTION HOLDINGS

Debt Financing in 2008
Global Connection Holdings is a prepaid telecommunications provider based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in affordable home telephone services. Founded in 1998, the company operates as a licensed Competitive Local Exchange Carrier in 30 states, offering local and long-distance phone services primarily to low-income consumers. Global Connection focuses on delivering government-subsidized phone services to qualified customers, ensuring that no one is denied service due to bad credit or poor payment histories. In addition to telephone services, the company also provides high-speed dial-up Internet services. Its products are accessible through various retailers and grocery stores across the United States, making essential communication services available to a broad customer base.

Eliason

Acquisition in 2008
Eliason Corporation is a manufacturer based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, specializing in a diverse array of doors tailored for the food service, restaurant, retail, supermarket, industrial, and food processing sectors. Founded in 1952, the company produces double action impact traffic doors alongside a variety of other door types, including fire and storm rated doors, flexible traffic doors, and corrosion resistant fiberglass doors. Eliason also offers entrance, interior, and vendor doors, as well as bug, bird, vinyl, and wire mesh doors. Their product lineup includes strip doors, PVC roll goods, industrial and insulated curtains, and energy-saving solutions. The company is known for its ability to provide custom manufactured solutions, ensuring that clients receive products that meet their specific needs.

Freestyle Solutions

Acquisition in 2008
Freestyle Solutions is a prominent provider of PCI-compliant inventory and order management software tailored for small-to-midsize businesses engaged in multichannel B2C, B2B, and eCommerce sales. The company's flagship product, M.O.M., addresses the specific needs of eCommerce merchants by offering a comprehensive suite of services that includes multi-channel management, order and inventory management, shipping, and drop shipping. By utilizing Freestyle Solutions' offerings, businesses can achieve faster and more efficient order processing, optimize inventory across multiple warehouses, and enhance the overall customer experience through improved omnichannel capabilities. With a focus on delivering visibility and control over the entire order lifecycle, Freestyle Solutions empowers retailers, etailers, catalogers, and fulfillment firms to increase sales and foster growth in a competitive marketplace.

Interconnect Devices

Acquisition in 2007
Interconnect Devices, established in 1979, specializes in the design and manufacture of spring contact probes and test sockets primarily for the automated test equipment industry. Initially focused on providing reliable interconnect solutions through their spring-loaded probes, the company expanded its offerings in the early 1990s to include semiconductor test applications. In 1994, Interconnect Devices launched its first line of battery contacts, along with the Synergetix brand of test sockets, aimed at delivering custom connector solutions. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including medical, aerospace, military, mobile communications, and portable electronics, emphasizing high-performance and high-reliability connectors to meet the stringent demands of these sectors.

Interconnect Devices

Acquisition in 2007
Interconnect Devices, established in 1979, specializes in the design and manufacture of spring contact probes and test sockets primarily for the automated test equipment industry. Initially focused on providing reliable interconnect solutions through their spring-loaded probes, the company expanded its offerings in the early 1990s to include semiconductor test applications. In 1994, Interconnect Devices launched its first line of battery contacts, along with the Synergetix brand of test sockets, aimed at delivering custom connector solutions. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including medical, aerospace, military, mobile communications, and portable electronics, emphasizing high-performance and high-reliability connectors to meet the stringent demands of these sectors.

Outlook Group

Acquisition in 2006
Outlook Group is a packaging and containers company based in Neenah, Wisconsin, specializing in a range of product packaging and printing solutions. The company provides services such as label printing, converting, laminating, folding cartons, and flexible packaging. With a focus on delivering high-quality packaging products, Outlook Group serves various industries by offering comprehensive solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

Bodybuilding.com

Acquisition in 2006
Bodybuilding.com is a prominent online platform founded in 1999, primarily focused on fitness and bodybuilding. The website serves as a comprehensive resource, offering information on bodybuilding, nutrition, and health, while also featuring active forums for users to engage in discussions related to their fitness interests. In addition to its informational content, Bodybuilding.com operates a "Megastore" that provides a wide range of nutritional supplements, workout programs, fitness clothing, and accessories, allowing customers to purchase products at wholesale prices. The company caters to a diverse clientele across the United States, supporting individuals in achieving their health and wellness goals. Bodybuilding.com was acquired by Liberty Media in January 2008.

United Road Towing

Acquisition in 2005
United Road Towing, Inc. is a provider of towing, recovery, impound, and vehicle management solutions across the United States, catering to both private and public sectors. The company offers a range of municipal solutions, including dispatch command centers, towing services, vehicle storage, abandoned vehicle management, and disaster response. Additionally, United Road Towing provides road services such as commercial towing, roadside assistance, and passenger vehicle repairs to individuals and national motor clubs. Its portfolio also includes private property trespass solutions, collateral recovery, vehicle sales, hazardous material handling, and fleet services. Incorporated in 2005 and headquartered in Mokena, Illinois, United Road Towing has multiple locations across major cities, including Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Good Health Snacks

Acquisition in 2004
Good Health Snacks is a food company that manufactures and produces natural and organic consumer products. Their products include Olive Oil Potato Chips, Veggie Stix, and Avocado Oil Potato Chips. In addition to natural and organic foods, Good Health markets a line of specialty hand and body soaps. The company's mission is to provide tasty, innovative snacks they crave, by creating crispy, crunchy choices for every occasion. Good Health Snacks was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.

Knights Apparel

Acquisition in 2004
Knights Apparel, Inc. is a manufacturer of sports and collegiate licensed apparel for men and women, established in 2000 and headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The company specializes in producing licensed college sports clothing and accessories, catering to various retail customers, including mass-market retailers, mid-tier department stores, and sporting goods retailers. Knights Apparel also has additional offices in New York, Egypt, and Hong Kong, enhancing its operational reach in the global market. As of April 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Hanesbrands Inc.

H3 Sportgear

Acquisition in 2003
H3 Sportgear is a retail company based in Carlsbad, California, established in 1994. It specializes in the manufacture of licensed and custom headwear, apparel, and accessories tailored for both corporate and retail markets. The company focuses on serving various industries, including automotive, beer and liquor, and consumer brands. H3 Sportgear is committed to producing creatively designed quality products that resonate with individuals engaged in fashion and pop culture.

EB Brands

Acquisition in 2000
Eb Brands is a wholesale distributor of exercise and fitness equipment.

Stravina

Acquisition in 1999
Stravina is a consumer company that manufactures, distributes, and designs personalized impulse-purchase novelty and souvenir items. It specializes in a variety of personalized items that can be customized to specific locations. The company also has the capability to produce custom design work and can create products that are special and unique to any venue or customer.

Neutronics

Acquisition in 1998
Neutronics Inc. is a manufacturer of gas analysis and gas handling technologies, serving commercial, industrial, governmental, and military clients globally. The company specializes in measuring and controlling oxygen and other gases for safety, environmental, and industrial applications. Its offerings include oxygen analyzers, gas monitors, process gas sampling products, and closed-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus, which are crucial for first responders and rescue operations. Neutronics also provides advanced refrigerant analysis instrumentation, including automotive A/C identifiers and refrigerant detection kits, catering to the automotive, HVAC, and airline industries. Founded in 1976 and based in Exton, Pennsylvania, Neutronics operates three divisions: Neutronics Refrigerant Analysis, Gas Analysis Solutions, and Biomarine Inc., and also produces products under private labels for major manufacturers and distributors. As of 2018, Neutronics operates as a subsidiary of Bacharach, Inc.
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