Prospect Partners

Prospect Partners, established in 1998, is a Chicago-based private equity firm specializing in lower mid-market investments across the United States. The firm manages over $470 million across three funds, focusing on management-led leveraged recapitalizations and buyouts of niche market leaders with revenues typically under $75 million. Prospect Partners has completed over 135 transactions, building 47 platform companies in diverse sectors such as manufacturing, industrials, distribution, and consumer products.

Pawel Armatys

Associate

Ryan Chapman

Associate

Dan Hejza

Senior Associate

Brett Holcomb

Partner

Lou Kenter

Founder

Louis Kenter

Co-Founder

Erik Maurer

Partner

Mike McInerney

Director

Brad O'Dell

Partner

Colin O'Donnell

Vice President

David Rigler

Associate

Kyle Slovis

Senior Associate

Zach Stander

Vice President

Kyle Thomas

CFO

Richard Tuttle

Co-Founder

37 past transactions

Entech US

Private Equity Round in 2022
Entech US is an IT company that offers managed technology and cybersecurity services primarily for small and medium-sized businesses in the Southwest Florida region. The company provides a comprehensive range of information technology services, emphasizing rapid response times and advanced security measures. By focusing on flexibility and efficiency, Entech US aims to ensure that its clients can operate smoothly while keeping their data secure.

Minuteman Security and Life Safety

Acquisition in 2018
Minuteman Security and Life Safety is a prominent provider of advanced electronic security solutions with over 28 years of experience in the industry. Based in New England, the company operates from five regional support offices and is recognized as the largest independent security system integrator in the area. Minuteman specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining complex security systems tailored for both commercial and government organizations. Their offerings include video surveillance, access control systems, emergency communications, intrusion detection systems, and public safety security systems, all aimed at ensuring comprehensive security for their clients' premises through continuous monitoring and advanced technology.

Bland Landscaping Company

Acquisition in 2018
Bland Landscaping Company, founded in 1976 and based in Apex, North Carolina, specializes in providing comprehensive landscaping services for both residential estates and commercial properties in the Triangle, Triad, and Charlotte-Metro regions. The company offers a wide range of services including landscape maintenance, design, installation, and renovation, as well as grounds management, irrigation, outdoor lighting, and hardscaping. Additionally, Bland Landscaping provides tree and plant health care, as well as snow and ice removal, ensuring that outdoor spaces remain safe and well-maintained throughout the year.

Minuteman

Private Equity Round in 2017
Minuteman Power offers a complete line of power protection and management products that cater and surge protectors and liked suppressors. Minuteman UPS Systems are available in a variety of models to help meet the contain bean sorceress processing domain used to value phase divide to managed using property specific needs of our customers in single-phase online, line-interactive and standby models

Bland Landscaping Company

Private Equity Round in 2017
Bland Landscaping Company, founded in 1976 and based in Apex, North Carolina, specializes in providing comprehensive landscaping services for both residential estates and commercial properties in the Triangle, Triad, and Charlotte-Metro regions. The company offers a wide range of services including landscape maintenance, design, installation, and renovation, as well as grounds management, irrigation, outdoor lighting, and hardscaping. Additionally, Bland Landscaping provides tree and plant health care, as well as snow and ice removal, ensuring that outdoor spaces remain safe and well-maintained throughout the year.

QMI

Private Equity Round in 2017
QMI develops and manufactures physical security barrier product security and storm shutters. Their products such as roller shutters, side-folding grilles, stainless steel screens, security cases, hurricane products, and security doors. Their applications include storefront security, residential security, storm protection, merchandise security, pharmacy security, exit door security, airport security, c-store solutions, and integrated solutions.

All Glass & Windows

Private Equity Round in 2016
All Glass & Windows, headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, is a rapidly expanding company specializing in window and door solutions across the state. They offer an extensive range of glass products and services tailored to residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Their portfolio includes impact-resistant glass, storefront glass systems, aluminum doors, casement windows, and glass handrails, catering to new construction, replacement, remodeling, and upgrade needs. The company is committed to providing energy-efficient, technologically advanced products to meet diverse client requirements.

Waste Harmonics

Acquisition in 2016
Waste Harmonics is a provider of outsourced waste management services, specializing in serving blue-chip clients across North America. The company offers a range of services, including pick-up, hauling, recycling, and sustainability strategies. By consolidating invoicing and communications, Waste Harmonics aims to deliver cost savings and enhance operational efficiency for its clients. The company's focus on recycling and sustainability further supports its commitment to environmentally responsible waste management solutions.

Waste Harmonics

Venture Round in 2015
Waste Harmonics is a provider of outsourced waste management services, specializing in serving blue-chip clients across North America. The company offers a range of services, including pick-up, hauling, recycling, and sustainability strategies. By consolidating invoicing and communications, Waste Harmonics aims to deliver cost savings and enhance operational efficiency for its clients. The company's focus on recycling and sustainability further supports its commitment to environmentally responsible waste management solutions.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center

Acquisition in 2015
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center, LLC is a veterinary hospital located in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializing in a wide range of healthcare services for pets and exotic animals. Established in 2001, the center offers emergency, critical care, and internal medicine, as well as advanced surgical procedures including minimally invasive techniques and orthopedic surgeries. It also provides comprehensive oncology services, encompassing radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and surgical oncology for cancer treatment. The facility caters to a diverse array of species, including birds, exotic mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, in addition to standard household pets. Collaboration with family veterinarians is a key aspect of the center's approach, ensuring accurate diagnoses and optimal treatment plans. The Animal Emergency & Specialty Center has built a strong reputation for its expertise in emergency management, exceptional post-surgical care, and specialized services such as ophthalmology. As a subsidiary of Innovetive Petcare Holdings, LLC, the center remains a vital resource for both pet owners and veterinary practices in the region.

Innovetive Petcare

Venture Round in 2015
Innovetive Petcare operates a network of veterinary hospitals throughout the south-central and southeastern United States, focusing on general practice, specialty, and emergency care. The company provides veterinarians with essential tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to enhance the operational efficiency of their practices. This support allows veterinary professionals to concentrate on delivering high-quality patient care. Innovetive Petcare emphasizes the importance of work-life balance for veterinarians and their staff, fostering a strong community and offering ongoing training and career development opportunities. By implementing best practices in management and animal care, Innovetive Petcare aims to create a thriving environment for both veterinary professionals and their patients.

Wedgewood Hospitality Group

Venture Round in 2014
Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Centers are a collection of beautiful ceremony and reception venues across California, and in Colorado, Illinois, Las Vegas and Phoenix. With over 30 locations, they’re the largest family-owned event facility business in the United States. From country clubs and gardens to historical mansions and beaches, Wedgewood represents a wide variety of backdrops to choose from for your celebration. Although the locations are diverse, they all have something in common—Wedgewood’s wedding packages.

Cyclonaire

Venture Round in 2013
Cyclonaire Corporation, founded in 1973 and based in York, Nebraska, specializes in engineering and manufacturing pneumatic conveying equipment and components. The company offers a wide range of products including dense phase, semi-dense phase, and dilute phase conveyors, as well as mechanical conveyors, dust collection systems, and various accessories such as blowers, compressors, and valves. Cyclonaire provides custom-designed pneumatic systems for diverse applications, including bulk material transfer, railcar unloading, and locomotive sanding. Its solutions are tailored to optimize efficiency for industries such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, and environmental services. In addition to product offerings, Cyclonaire also delivers field services, project management, and consulting, ensuring comprehensive support for its clients. The company distributes its products through representatives in the United States and internationally, leveraging over 40 years of expertise to meet the specific needs of its customers.

Sportdecals Sport and Spirit Products

Venture Round in 2013
Sportdecals, Inc. is a provider of customized athletic and spirit products, primarily serving the K-12 school sports market. Founded in 1972 and based in Spring Grove, Illinois, the company specializes in a wide range of offerings, including decals, uniforms, performance wear, and spirit items for various sports such as baseball, football, soccer, and cheerleading. Initially starting as a decal supplier for high school football teams, Sportdecals has grown into one of the largest manufacturers in the country, expanding its capabilities to include screen printing, thermal transfers, embroidery, dye sublimation, and digital printing. Approximately 75% of its business now consists of custom team uniform apparel and spirit wear, catering to over 10,000 schools, clubs, and organizations. The company operates with a one-stop-shop philosophy, providing consistent pricing across various sales channels, including online, catalog, and direct sales through representatives in more than 25 states.

Owen Equipment Company

Venture Round in 2013
Owen Equipment Company is a distributor of specialized environmental equipment based in Portland, Oregon, with additional locations in Kent, Washington, and Sacramento, California. Established in 1958, the company provides a wide range of products, including sewer cleaners, hydro excavators, street sweepers, and camera systems, catering primarily to contractors and municipalities. In addition to its core offerings, Owen Equipment supplies inspection crawlers, valve exercisers, vacuum excavators, and various industrial cleaning machines. The company also offers innovative solutions such as the Vaporooter tool for root control and the Vanguard System for sanitary sewer maintenance. Complementing its product sales, Owen Equipment provides equipment rentals, parts and accessories, and training services, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. With a strong focus on quality and performance, the company has established itself as a leading dealer, servicing a significant number of units in the field. Owen Equipment Company was formerly known as Ben-Ko-Matic and rebranded in January 2006.

Velocity Aerospace Group

Venture Round in 2013
Velocity Aerospace Group is a prominent provider of aftermarket services in the aviation industry, specializing in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft components and systems. The company serves major commercial airlines, freight carriers, and regional airlines, offering efficient repair and exchange solutions for various aerospace systems. With a strong commitment to quality and customer service, Velocity Aerospace Group has established a reputation for excellence, ensuring that clients receive reliable and effective support for their operational needs.

Irrigation Components International

Venture Round in 2012
Irrigation Components International (ICII) is the largest independent supplier of center pivot components and spare parts worldwide, serving manufacturers, master distributors, and dealers. The company has established a robust distribution network across the United States and 35 other countries. ICII specializes in a comprehensive range of products, including sprinklers, power transmission items, fabricated fittings, tower controls, flow meters, gearboxes, helical center drives, universal couplers, gaskets, and galvanized fittings. They have recently enhanced their capabilities with a UL certified electrical facility in Daphne, Alabama, enabling them to manufacture complete main and tower control panels, collector rings, and booster pump panels that meet UL/CSA standards. Additionally, ICII offers custom electrical panel design services. Their strong relationships with leading manufacturers allow them to deliver high-quality products, instilling confidence in their customers through well-known brands such as UMC, Durst, US Motors, Hydrus, GE, Honeywell, and others.

Landmark Irrigation

Venture Round in 2012
Landmark Irrigation, Inc. is a prominent distributor of irrigation systems catering to the agricultural community in Central California. Established in 1990 and based in Madera, the company specializes in drip and micro-sprinkler irrigation systems, effectively supporting the cultivation of a diverse array of crops, including tomatoes, melons, cotton, and various tree and vine crops. Landmark Irrigation offers comprehensive services, including land development, irrigation system design, materials supply, field installation, service and repair, automation and control, and irrigation consultation. By focusing on quality fieldwork and timely project completion, the company meets the irrigation needs of farmers across different farm sizes and crop varieties, contributing significantly to the efficiency and productivity of agricultural operations in the region.

Prospect Water

Venture Round in 2011
Prospect Water Co. provides water treatment products and services to household and commercial customers through independently.

Polymer Corporation

Venture Round in 2010
Polymer Corporation is a manufacturer of high-precision plastic parts and assemblies, founded in 1979 in Rockland, Massachusetts. Initially established to address the needs of Boston's high-tech sector, the company has evolved to serve diverse markets including marine, outdoor sports, defense, medical, and industrial technology. Polymer specializes in low-volume production of custom plastic components, utilizing advanced manufacturing techniques such as Liquid Resin Casting, injection molding, and machining. The company is capable of producing quantities ranging from fewer than one hundred to hundreds of thousands of parts annually, offering rapid prototyping services and fully functional quick-turn ProtoParts. With a commitment to quality and precision, Polymer Corporation caters to a nationwide customer base, including blue-chip companies, and provides competitive solutions tailored to meet specific needs.

World Data Products

Venture Round in 2010
World Data Products, Inc. is an IT hardware reseller based in Plymouth, Minnesota, founded in 1987. The company specializes in buying, selling, and leasing both new and refurbished IT hardware solutions, including servers, storage products, and networking equipment such as routers and switches. It offers a range of services including asset recovery, media destruction, maintenance, and IT consulting, as well as parts replacement and repair. World Data Products serves various sectors, including IT, healthcare, education, retail, finance, and manufacturing, as well as local and federal government agencies. The company provides its products online, delivering OEM-quality refurbished solutions to meet the needs of enterprise and government customers at competitive prices.

Adventure Ready Brands

Venture Round in 2008
Adventure Ready Brands is a manufacturer and distributor based in Littleton, New Hampshire, specializing in a range of personal care and survival products. Founded in 1973, the company develops, manufactures, and markets essential items such as insect repellents, insect bite treatments, first-aid kits, survival gear, and burn remedies. Adventure Ready Brands offers its products under a portfolio of niche, enthusiast brands and distributes them through various retail channels, including food and drug stores, mass merchandisers, outdoor and sporting goods retailers, as well as promotional product distributors.

Linkage

Private Equity Round in 2008
Linkage, Inc. is a management and consulting company founded in 1988 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, with additional international offices. The company specializes in leadership development, offering a range of services that include digital and in-person training, coaching, consulting, and leadership assessments. Linkage focuses on advancing women leaders and promoting inclusion within organizations, providing tailored solutions to address leadership development challenges. Its programs encompass succession planning, board facilitation, and workshops on topics such as organizational change and team effectiveness. Serving various industries, including automotive, healthcare, financial services, and technology, Linkage aims to empower organizations to effectively engage and transform their talent, ultimately driving business results and lasting impact.

Gold Star Foods

Private Equity Round in 2007
Gold Star Foods, established in 1966 and headquartered in Ontario, California, is a leading distributor of food products for schools. It offers a wide range of products, including frozen food, groceries, fresh and frozen breads, and paper and supplies, catering to approximately 300 school districts in the Southwest United States. The company, which began as a meat distributor for restaurants, shifted its focus to school districts in 1978 and changed its name to Gold Star Foods in 1983. It is recognized for its commitment to excellence and quality service, providing nutritional meals to students through federal and state programs. As of 2019, Gold Star Foods operates as a subsidiary of Good Source Solutions, Inc.

Energy Solution International

Venture Round in 2007
Energy Solutions International, Inc. is a manufacturer of high energy-efficient lighting systems headquartered in West St. Paul, Minnesota. Founded in 1992, the company designs, fabricates, assembles, and distributes a variety of lighting products, including wraps, strips, architectural fixtures, troffers, and luminaires, as well as retrofit kits tailored to aesthetic requirements. Its offerings serve a diverse range of applications across industrial, commercial, retail, and warehouse sectors, providing solutions for schools, hospitals, and office environments. Energy Solutions International focuses on upgrading or replacing inefficient lighting sources with advanced LED systems, contributing to energy savings and improved illumination in various settings.

Prospect Pools Group

Venture Round in 2007
At Cody Pools they know how significant the pool buying decision is to you. As the #1 pool builder in the nation for the 4th year in a row, they’ve built their reputation as a premier pool builder & contractor with experience, uncompromising quality, award winning designs and leadership. Established in 1994, they’re a proven swimming pool builder who has built close to 10,000 residential and commercial swimming pools in Texas including Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Georgetown, Killeen/Temple, Waco and surrounding areas. They specialize in custom built pools and not the “cookie cutter” ones that large national franchise based pool companies are only interested in selling. They also set theirselves apart from local and small pool builders with their solid financial strength and industry leading warranty.

Summit Companies

Venture Round in 2006
Summit Companies is a family of companies specializing in fire protection services for commercial, industrial, and large-scale residential applications. With a strong focus on professionalism and customer satisfaction, Summit offers a comprehensive range of solutions for projects of varying sizes. From large manufacturing plants to high-tech data storage installations, and from commercial and office buildings to retail facilities, Summit Companies have a successful track record of completing diverse projects across the country.

Vista College

Venture Round in 2006
Enroll in a New Future at Vista College Earn a Certificate, Diploma or Associate Degree in one of many careers! Vista College offers numerous educational programs in Business, Healthcare, Technology and many other trades. Get the edge you need when looking for a new career or seeking to move up in your current occupation. The focused instruction and hands-on training offered at Vista College helps prepare you for the day-to-day challenges you'll face in the real world. Select from the following programs at Vista College: Certificates and Diplomas Business Administration Personal Fitness Trainer Cosmetology Dental Assistant Massage Therapy HVAC Electrical Technician Medical Assistant Medical Office Specialist Medical Insurance Billing and Coding Construction Technology Information Technology Vocational/Practical Nurse Associate Degrees Business Management Business Management-Accounting Business Management-Human Resources Construction Management Criminal Justice Paralegal Medical Assistant Information Technology Medical Insurance Billing and Coding Network Administration *online only Trades Management-Electrical Technician Trades Management-HVAC Veterinary Technician Medical Lab Technician Patient Care Technician Dental Assistant Bachelor Degrees Business Management *online only Vista College offers detailed instruction and in-depth training. We also provide additional tools you'll need to gain a competitive edge in your job search after graduation. Mission Statement: To provide high quality, specialized career preparation or enhancement to meet and cope with technological changes resulting in employment and career success. Take advantage of these Vista College services: Day or evening classes Learn from industry experts Convenient class schedules Career Services Assistance for graduates Financial aid available for those who qualify Plus much more! *Not all programs offered at all locations. Enroll in a fresh start today at Vista College! Vista College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE). Vista College is recognized as being a military friendly college through the Servicemembers Opportunities Colleges (SOC). Consumer Information may be viewed at www.vistacollege.edu/disclosures

Spirit Foodservice

Private Equity Round in 2006
Spirit Foodservice Products, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in injection-molded polystyrene foodservice and beverage accessories. The company produces a range of specialty and custom-designed disposable serving products, including food-service bar accessories, extruded polypropylene straws, and sip/stir products. Spirit Foodservice serves diverse markets, including food service, retail, medical, and cosmetics industries on a global scale. Through its focus on quality and innovation, the company aims to meet the needs of its customers with tailored solutions in the disposable serving product sector.

Velvac

Venture Round in 2005
Velvac Inc., established in 1934 in New Berlin, Wisconsin, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and supplying mirrors, vision systems, and various components for the truck equipment and recreational vehicle aftermarkets, as well as for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in heavy truck, RV, and specialty vehicle sectors. The company’s extensive product range includes mirrors, cameras, air and electrical products, fittings, fuel system products, and accessories, totaling over 4,000 items. Velvac has established itself as a key player in the North American commercial vehicle market, especially noted for its role as an OEM supplier of mirrors since the mid-1950s. Its products are distributed through dealers, distributors, and sales representatives, and are available online for customers both domestically and internationally. In addition to its manufacturing facility in Reynosa, Mexico, Velvac operates remote warehouses in California, Texas, and Ontario. The company is a subsidiary of The Eastern Company and has a long-standing reputation for enhancing driver safety and well-being through its innovative vision system technology.

CODEL DOORS

Venture Round in 2005
Codel Doors is a manufacturer focused on producing entry-level steel and fiberglass doors primarily for the residential housing market. The company specializes in the fabrication and installation of both fiberglass and steel entry doors, as well as interior stile and rail doors. Codel Doors emphasizes the importance of its employees, seeking individuals who align with the company's values and demonstrate the drive to contribute to its success.

Pipp Mobile Storage Systems

Private Equity Round in 2005
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems specializes in designing and manufacturing space-saving storage solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of various industries including retail, healthcare, industrial, and automotive sectors. The company offers a wide range of customizable mobile storage racks and shelving systems, which include manual, mechanical, and electrical carriages, as well as diverse shelving options. Pipp's focus is on maximizing space efficiency for its clients while maintaining high-quality manufacturing standards. Additionally, the company is dedicated to providing exceptional sales and service support, ensuring that customers can effectively utilize their storage space.

Superior Tool

Private Equity Round in 2005
Superior Tool Company, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of plumbing hand tools, established in 1946 and based in Brooklyn Heights, Ohio. The company specializes in a wide range of products including tubing tools such as cutters and benders, various types of wrenches and pliers, and tools designed for PVC and piping applications. Additionally, Superior Tool offers specialty tools for specific plumbing tasks and provides contract manufacturing services including light machining, drilling, tapping, and assembly. As of August 2020, Superior Tool operates as a subsidiary of The C.H. Hanson Company.

Delta Rigging & Tools

Private Equity Round in 2004
Delta Rigging & Tools is a provider of industrial equipment sales, rentals, and servicing. The company specializes in offering a wide range of products including blocks, sheaves, chains, cranes, fall protection, hoists, lifting devices, pipe restraint systems, slings, rigging hardware, components, tools, synthetic ropes, tie-downs, winches, and wire rope. These products are utilized across various industries such as oil, petrochemical, construction, marine, timber, transport, and entertainment. Delta Rigging & Tools serves customers in power plants, refineries, shipyards, and other facilities for applications including plant shutdowns, repair and maintenance, construction, and inspection work. The company operates through multiple subsidiaries to ensure comprehensive service and support.

Kronos Foods

Venture Round in 2004
Kronos is a manufacturer and distributor company that includes gyros meat, pitas and flatbreads, hummus, sauces, and desserts. They partner with distributors, brokers, operators, and retailers to deliver consistently high-quality products and services combined with culinary and business solutions. Their heritage is Mediterranean but their expertise knows no boundaries. They are a company committed to continuous improvement, making sure they use only the finest ingredients and processes to provide its customers with America’s best tasting and highest quality products.

Knight Packaging Group

Venture Round in 2004
Knight Packaging Group, established in 1950, is a full-service print and production company based in the United States, specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom packaging solutions. The company offers a diverse product range, including custom-printed folding cartons, stretch packs, and blister cards, catering to various industries such as food, confectionary, nutritional, pharmaceutical, and personal care. Knight Packaging Group is recognized for its extensive experience, advanced printing technologies, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. With a legacy rooted in the innovation of Knight Paper Box Co. of Chicago, the company has established itself as an industry leader, serving many clients for decades. Despite the evolving landscape of packaging, Knight Packaging Group remains dedicated to quality, innovation, and service, ensuring that their reputation as a trusted partner endures.
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