Norwest Mezzanine Partners

Norwest Mezzanine Partners, founded in 2000 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializes in mezzanine investments, providing junior capital to support private equity sponsors in the growth of middle market companies across various sectors. The firm targets investments in business services, consumer products, distribution, healthcare, energy, and industrials within the United States. By partnering with private equity firms, Norwest Mezzanine Partners aims to create value in their portfolio companies, offering flexible financial solutions and reliable support to help these businesses achieve industry leadership. The firm operates independently but maintains an affiliation with Norwest Equity Partners, which has a long history in middle market equity investment.

Brian Allingham

Partner & Chief Operating Officer

Carter Balfour

Partner

Laura Hacker Dorsch

Vice President

Shani Graber

Managing Director

John Hogan

Partner

Parker Montgomery

Associate

Gabe Segal

Senior Associate

Sean Stevens

Partner

Austin Wilson

Associate

Past deals in Michigan

Encore Rehabilitation

Venture Round in 2016
Encore Rehabilitation Services, LLC, founded in 2007 and based in Farmington, Michigan, provides a range of therapy services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, and speech therapy. The company is known for its unique service-delivery model, which emphasizes strong relationships with customers, employees, and residents. This approach enhances visibility, communication, and clinical support, ensuring effective education and care for those in need of rehabilitation solutions.

Monroe Truck Equipment

Venture Round in 2015
Monroe Truck Equipment, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialized truck equipment, established in 1958 and based in Monroe, Wisconsin. The company designs, manufactures, and installs a wide range of products, including snow and ice control equipment, various commercial vehicle bodies, and fleet modifications such as cab and suspension alterations. Monroe Truck Equipment also offers services for vehicle upfitting, which includes the installation of snowplows and spreaders, as well as parts and maintenance services. With a focus on customer responsiveness and innovation, the company has expanded its reach through multiple locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Kentucky. Monroe Truck Equipment serves dealers, fleets, and end users, providing its offerings both in-person and online. The company, originally known as Monroe Machine & Welding, Inc., has grown from a single blacksmith shop into one of the largest players in the industry.

Encore Rehabilitation

Venture Round in 2015
Encore Rehabilitation Services, LLC, founded in 2007 and based in Farmington, Michigan, provides a range of therapy services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, and speech therapy. The company is known for its unique service-delivery model, which emphasizes strong relationships with customers, employees, and residents. This approach enhances visibility, communication, and clinical support, ensuring effective education and care for those in need of rehabilitation solutions.

Hospice Advantage

Venture Round in 2013
Hospice Advantage is a Medicare and Medicaid certified hospice program, providing superior end-of-life care to patients and families in 14 states including Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. Founded in 2004 by Rod Hildebrant, MSA, CHCE, a 25-year veteran of the home health and hospice industry, the mission of Hospice Advantage is to provide “Care, Comfort, and Compassion to the Whole Family”.

Liberty Dialysis

Venture Round in 2010
Liberty Dialysis, LLC, along with its affiliates, develops, owns, and operates dialysis clinics in the United States. It offers chronic kidney disease outreach and home dialysis programs. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Mercer Island, Washington. It has clinic locations in Alaska, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. As of February 28, 2012, Liberty Dialysis, LLC operates as a subsidiary of Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGAA.

General Products Corporation

Debt Financing in 2006
Headquartered in Livonia, MI, General Products has been in operation since 1922. With its foundation in the manufacture of complex and precision machined components, GP has evolved into a "full service supplier" with complimentary capabilities including precision assembly, testing and program management. Today product manufactured by GP can be found in almost all modes of transportation including Automotive, Heavy and Medium Duty Trucks, Commercial and Military Aircraft and Rail. To compliment such a diverse portfolio of parts GP has developed a highly successful global supply chain enabling sourcing and delivery of parts on a worldwide basis.

Continental Structural Plastics

Venture Round in 2006
Continental Structural Plastics, based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, specializes in the development and manufacturing of composite materials for various industries, including automotive, heavy truck, and construction. The company holds over 50 patents and has developed more than 120 proprietary formulations, focusing on molded structural components, body panels, and composite pick-up boxes. By integrating computer-aided engineering and design into their processes, they deliver advanced lightweight material solutions that meet both design and regulatory requirements. Their in-house lab is equipped to formulate, compound, and test a range of materials, allowing their engineering team to continuously innovate and improve the performance of their composites. Committed to sustainability, their products incorporate eco-conscious materials such as carbon fiber and natural fillers, making them not only lighter and stronger but also greener options for their customers worldwide.

Continental Structural Plastics

Debt Financing in 2006
Continental Structural Plastics, based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, specializes in the development and manufacturing of composite materials for various industries, including automotive, heavy truck, and construction. The company holds over 50 patents and has developed more than 120 proprietary formulations, focusing on molded structural components, body panels, and composite pick-up boxes. By integrating computer-aided engineering and design into their processes, they deliver advanced lightweight material solutions that meet both design and regulatory requirements. Their in-house lab is equipped to formulate, compound, and test a range of materials, allowing their engineering team to continuously innovate and improve the performance of their composites. Committed to sustainability, their products incorporate eco-conscious materials such as carbon fiber and natural fillers, making them not only lighter and stronger but also greener options for their customers worldwide.