Pacific Equity Partners

Pacific Equity Partners is a private equity firm based in Sydney, Australia, with an additional office in Auckland, New Zealand. Founded in 1998, the firm specializes in buyouts and late-stage expansion capital, focusing on established companies rather than startups or unprofitable ventures. It avoids investments in businesses related to gambling and tobacco. The firm targets a range of industries, including industrial services, energy, consumer products, entertainment, big data, and financial services, with a preference for companies based in Australia and New Zealand. Pacific Equity Partners typically invests a minimum of $100 million in firms with an enterprise value between approximately $100 million and $1 billion. It seeks equity stakes and board representation in its portfolio companies, generally aiming to exit investments within three to six years, though it retains the flexibility to hold them longer. The firm manages over $6 billion in equity funds and has made numerous investments and acquisitions since its inception.

Cameron Blanks

Managing Director

David Brown

Managing Director

Andrew Charlier

Managing Director

Tony Duthie

Managing Director

Anthony J. Duthie

MD

David Emmanuel

Director

Paul Foster

Managing Director

Carolyn Fox

Director of Investor Relations

Rickard Gardell

Co-Founding Partner, Managing Director ( Buyout and Secure Assets, Capital Solutions, PEP Gateway ) & Operating Committee Member

Jake Haines

Managing Director

Evan Hattersley

Managing Director

Geoff Hutchinson

Managing Director

Sam Kong

Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer - Finance

Paul J. McCullagh

Co-Founder & Senior Advisor

Scott McKnight

Director

Candace Milner

Investor Relations

Simon Pillar

Managing Director

Matt Robinson

Managing Director

Timothy J. Sims

Managing Director

Rohan Wolfers

Managing Director

Shannon Wolfers

Managing Director

26 past transactions

WINconnect Pty Ltd

Merger/Acquisition in 2020
WINconnect Pty Ltd operates and manages embedded electricity networks in Australia. It delivers electricity, hot water, internet telecommunications, and other utilities to multi-tenanted properties. The company operates energy networks for residential towers, regional shopping centers, airports, retirement living communities, commercial buildings, and industrial parks. WINconnect Pty Ltd was formerly known as WINenergy Pty Ltd and changed its name to WINconnect Pty Ltd in July, 2006. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Hawthorn East, Australia with additional offices in Sydney, Brisbane, and Adelaide, Australia.

LifeHealthcare

Merger/Acquisition in 2018
LifeHealthcare Group Limited distributes medical devices to healthcare professionals in Australia and New Zealand. The company offers implantable and non-implantable devices, and capital equipment in the therapeutic areas of spine, ultrasound, neurosurgery, cardiology, endovascular, respiratory, laparoscopy, neurophysiology, surgical instruments and consumables, operating room capital, and orthopedics. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in North Ryde, Australia.

Patties Foods

Acquisition in 2016
Patties Foods is a true Australian success story, growing into a leading Australian manufacturer, supplier, and marketer of branded frozen savory and dessert products. In 1966, after working at their local bakery, Peter and Annie Rijs bought a small cake shop named Patties in Lakes Entrance, Victoria. Wanting to offer their customers more than just sweet treats, they introduced freshly baked bread rolls and delicious hot pies to the menu. The rest, as they say, is history. It wasn’t long before their business began to boom and bite by bite, the Patties legend began to grow. By the mid-80s, thanks to its famous pies, pastries, and party food, Patties had become a household name. We’re now one of the leading Australian-owned frozen food companies and continue to build on the family’s vision to deliver great tasting, honest food to all Australians, no matter what the occasion. As an ASX listed company, we own a high-quality portfolio of iconic Australian brands which include Four’N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna’s, and Chefs Pride. These brands have strong market shares and are supported by considerable brand investment by the Company. Specifically, Patties Foods has a #1 market share in the retail frozen savory segment (which includes pies, sausage rolls, pasties and party goods) and a #2 market share in the retail frozen dessert segment (which includes fruit pies, danishes/crumbles, and cakes). Patties Foods maintains the values reflecting its origin as a family-owned company. We are the custodians of a unique portfolio of brands that have become household names across the nation. Of course, along with Great Brands, and Great Assets, the other vital ingredient in our recipe for business success is – GREAT PEOPLE.

Citadel Group Ltd

Merger/Acquisition in 2020
Citadel develops and delivers technology and education solutions to state and federal government departments, and the private sector in Australia. The company operates through Technology and Education segments. The Technology segment sells professional and managed services to government agencies and private enterprises. Its services include strategic advice, program management, acquisition support, and quality assurance services through consulting, contracting, and placement mechanisms; technology and integration services; and software solutions, products, and managed services for digital health, diagnostic laboratories, and clinical applications. The Education segment delivers a range of nationally-accredited business qualifications that enable students to articulate into second year university or to gain practical skills for employment.

Allied Mills Australia

Merger/Acquisition in 2017
Allied Mills Australia Pty Limited manufactures and distributes bakery premixes, and flour and semi-finished products in Australia. The company offers wheat flour, specialty grain products, pizza flours and mixes, specialty ingredients, bakery improvers, and food ingredients, as well as mixes for cake, sweet, and bread making. It serves independent and multinational food manufacturers, supermarket retailers, and foodservice operators. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Sydney, Australia. Allied Mills Australia Pty Limited operates as a subsidiary of GrainCorp Limited.

iNova Pharmaceuticals

Merger/Acquisition in 2017
iNova Pharmaceuticals develops and markets a range of over-the-counter and prescription medicines to Australia and New Zealand. Our focus is to improve human health and well-being by providing valued pharmaceutical products and services to patients and consumers. Our product portfolio includes weight management, pain management, dermatology, cardiology, respiratory health and allergy.

Zenith Energy Ltd

Merger/Acquisition in 2020
Zenith Energy Limited, together with its subsidiaries, builds, owns, operates, manages, and maintains remote power plants for the resources industry in Australia and Papua New Guinea. It offers various fuel source options, including natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, diesel (thermal), renewables, solar, wind, and hybrid systems. As of June 30, 2019, the company had a total generation capacity of approximately 420 MW. Zenith Energy Limited was founded in 2006 and is based in Belmont, Australia. As of August 21, 2020, Zenith Energy Limited was taken private.

Worldwide Restaurant Concepts

Acquisition in 2005
Worldwide Restaurant Concepts, Inc. operates, franchises or joint ventures 310 Sizzler(R) restaurants worldwide, 112 KFC(R) restaurants located primarily in Queensland, Australia, and 21 Pat & Oscar's(R) restaurants. Worldwide Restaurant Concepts reported revenues of $354.8 million for its fiscal year ended April 30, 2005, and a net loss of 21.3 million, or $0.77 per diluted share.

Academic Colleges Group Limited

Merger/Acquisition in 2015
Academic Colleges Group Limited owns, operates, and provides academic education services to international students. It offers educational programmes ranging from pre-school and kindergarten to primary, middle (intermediate), and senior (high) school education. The company also provides academic English language and IELTS preparation courses; university of Auckland and university of AUT certificate in foundation studies; and information technology services for learning online and for families to view attendance, academic reports and examination results, course outlines, and timetables online. In addition, it offers curriculums and assessments, which include international baccalaureate (IB) primary years programme; university of Cambridge secondary 1 programme, including IGCSE and the IB diploma; and university of Cambridge international AS and A level examinations. The company also provides extra-curricular activities. Academic Colleges Group Limited was founded in 1994 and is based in Auckland, New Zealand with private schools in Auckland, New Zealand. It also has international schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and Jakarta, Indonesia.

ACG Education

Acquisition in 2015
Exceptional people. An exceptional learning community At ACG Education, we believe learning should be defined by the exceptional. This has driven us to create an innovative, student-centered learning community that provides outstanding educational opportunities for people of all ages in New Zealand and internationally. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated across the education spectrum. We offer international curricula and qualifications in private schools for years 1-13, and specialist language courses and University Entrance qualifications for international students wishing to study at an English language university. Our vocational colleges are leaders in their respective fields, offering relevant career-focused skills and qualifications. Today over 17,000 students and 1,300 staff come together in a growing number of preschools, schools and vocational colleges at 50 campuses across New Zealand, Indonesia and Vietnam. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to delivering a holistic education and a nurturing learning environment for students of every age and level. Our goal is to help every one of our students unleash their potential so they can build bright futures.

Allied Mills Australia

Acquisition in 2017
Allied Mills Australia Pty Limited manufactures and distributes bakery premixes, and flour and semi-finished products in Australia. The company offers wheat flour, specialty grain products, pizza flours and mixes, specialty ingredients, bakery improvers, and food ingredients, as well as mixes for cake, sweet, and bread making. It serves independent and multinational food manufacturers, supermarket retailers, and foodservice operators. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Sydney, Australia. Allied Mills Australia Pty Limited operates as a subsidiary of GrainCorp Limited.

Manuka Health

Acquisition in 2015
Manuka Health is proud to present our 100% pure New Zealand highest quality natural care products. Supported by the rigors of scientific research, we are confident that Manuka Health natural health products will enhance our customers' health and well-being. We have a great team of people gathering the raw ingredients from the trees, preparing the products, and then delivering them to the four corners of the globe.
The Pinnacle brand has been synonymous with technology based ingredients in the Australian food industry for almost 110 years. Pinnacle Bakery & Integrated Ingredients' best in class manufacturing facilities produce an enviable variety of high-quality specialty baked goods and key technology based ingredients for the bakery, biscuit and ice cream industries. Consumer insight driven, Pinnacle's significant investment in research and new product development supports its collaborative partnerships within the grocery sector, food service chains, leading asx-listed iconic food manufacturers and independent producers and helps align Pinnacle's comprehensive integrated product portfolio with the ever-evolving tastes of consumers.
American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC (AST) is a full-service, tech-enabled professional services firm that helps companies and shareholders across North America maintain momentum through the use of secure corporate data, analytics, advisory services, and a strategic approach to every interaction. AST was originally founded as a transfer agent in 1971. Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, AST pioneered a new model of integrated services in the industry. Their affiliates now include CST Trust Company, D.F. King & Co., Inc., and Donlin, Recano & Company, Inc. Together, they lead the industry with a comprehensive portfolio that includes transfer agent and registrar services, corporate governance and advisory services, issuer and mutual fund proxy services, equity plan solutions, restructuring services, personal wealth and investment services, and class action and mission critical services. AST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MoneyMe

Post in 2021
MoneyMe is a platform providing unsecured personal loans to the tech-savvy, convenience-driven millennial market in Australia. MoneyMe is not too little and not too big – and most importantly, we’re all about you. Built on an ethos of innovation, responsibility, and dedication to the customer experience, we’re revolutionising the way Australians borrow money. Started by two regular Aussie guys, MoneyMe is worlds away from finance as you know it. There’s no hidden fees, fine print, paperwork, or long wait times.

Bradken Limited

Merger/Acquisition in 2015
Bradken Limited, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and supplies consumable and capital products worldwide. It operates through Mining & Transport, Mineral Processing, Fixed Plant, Engineered Products, and Cast Metal Services (CMS) segments. The Mining & Transport segment is involved in the design, manufacture, supply, and service of consumable wear components for various types of earth moving equipment in the mining and quarry industries. It offers ground engaging tools and related wear parts; dragline rigging packages; and various buckets for dragline, front-end loader, face shovel, and hydraulic excavator equipment, as well as crawler system products for hydraulic mining excavators and electric rope shovels. This segment also provides industrial cast products for general industry and mining OEMs; and freight rolling stock products, including freight wagons, bogies, drawgear, spare, and renewed parts; and rolling stock maintenance and refurbishment services, as well as inventory management services. The Mineral Processing segment designs, manufactures, supplies, and services mill liner products in the mineral processing industry. It offers custom designed products for grinding mills, crushing, and conveying equipment primarily for the hard rock mining industry. The Fixed Plant segment provides customized wear solutions through the design and manufacture of a range of wear resistant products to protect fixed plant equipment in mining and port operations. Its customers primarily include mining and oil companies. The Engineered Products segment offers steel castings and differentiated consumable products to the mining, resource, transportation, structural, energy, and military industries. The CMS segment provides scrap processing and cast metal services. The company was incorporated in 1922 and is headquartered in Mayfield West, Australia. As of April 7, 2017, Bradken Limited operates as a subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.

Asia-Pacific (APAC) business segment of Horizon Global Corporation

Merger/Acquisition in 2019
Asia-Pacific (APAC) business segment of Horizon Global Corporation comprises towing and trailering manufacturing business. The asset is located in Australia.

Modern Star

Acquisition in 2020
Modern Star supplies educational resources to early childhood services, primary schools, and before and after school care programs. The company operates in sectors of education resources, educational toys, and education fundraising. It markets education equipment such as furniture and toys to early childhood learning centers. Modern Star manages companies such as Modern Teachings Aids, Kangaroo Educational, KESCO Educational, Child.com.au, and CleverPatch, as well as Modern Brands, Chalk Educated Toys, Parent Direct, and Skool Labels. The company employs over 220 people. It was founded in Brookvale, New South Wales in 1956.

Allied Pinnacle

Merger/Acquisition in 2015
Allied Pinnacle Pty Limited produces specialty baked goods and based ingredients for the bakery, biscuit, and ice cream industries. Its prepared bakery products include croissants and pastries, yeast raised and cake donuts, mud cakes, sponge and bar cakes, gourmet slices, and éclairs and profiteroles. The company also provides sweet dry ingredients, such as yeast raised and cake donut, sponge and bar cake, muffin, and mud mixes. In addition, it offers sweet wet ingredients, including caramels, fondants, icings and fillings, Kularomes, and ice cream variegates. The company was formerly known as Pinnacle Bakery & Integrated Ingredients Pty Ltd. and changed its name top Allied Pinnacle Pty Limited in May 2017. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Huntingwood, Australia. Allied Pinnacle Pty Limited is a former subsidiary of Kerry Group plc.

Manuka Health

Merger/Acquisition in 2015
Manuka Health is proud to present our 100% pure New Zealand highest quality natural care products. Supported by the rigors of scientific research, we are confident that Manuka Health natural health products will enhance our customers' health and well-being. We have a great team of people gathering the raw ingredients from the trees, preparing the products, and then delivering them to the four corners of the globe.

Evolution Healthcare Pty Ltd

Merger/Acquisition in 2018
Evolution Healthcare Pty Ltd. provides healthcare services to residents in Australia and New Zealand. The company focuses on improving the management of private healthcare facilities. It operates a mental health hospital that provides mental health programs and treatments in the areas of general psychiatry, PTSD, veteran affairs, anxiety management, depression management, anger management, chronic pain management, substance withdrawal, and addiction recovery programs, as well as surgical specialties, day surgery, and radiology services. The company also provides services in the areas of bariatric surgery, breast surgery, medical oncology, cosmetic, ear/nose/throat, endoscopy, gastroenterology, geriatric medicine, GIT surgery, internal medicine, medical imaging, neurosurgery, obstetrics and gynecology/IVF, oncology, ophthalmology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic surgery, pain management, pathology, plastic and reconstructive, rehabilitation, sports medicine, and urology. In addition, it offers joint replacement, orthopedic, plastic and reconstructive surgery, general surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, otolaryngology, rheumatology, oral and maxillofacial, fertility, vascular, and anesthetic services. Evolution Healthcare Pty Ltd. was founded in 2011 and is based in Sydney, Australia.

LifeHealthcare

Acquisition in 2018
LifeHealthcare Group Limited distributes medical devices to healthcare professionals in Australia and New Zealand. The company offers implantable and non-implantable devices, and capital equipment in the therapeutic areas of spine, ultrasound, neurosurgery, cardiology, endovascular, respiratory, laparoscopy, neurophysiology, surgical instruments and consumables, operating room capital, and orthopedics. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in North Ryde, Australia.