Rock Gate Partners

Founded in 2006, Rock Gate Partners is a private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm invests in sectors such as engineered products, infrastructure services, manufacturing, organic and specialty food and beverage, agricultural products, specialized business services, value-added distribution, and e-commerce.

Kenneth Ali

Founder and Managing Director

Jeffrey S. Burns

Vice President

Stephen Foutch

Principal and Managing Director

John Oommen

Senior Associate

Carl A. Stickel

Managing Director

2 past transactions

H3 Manufacturing Group

Acquisition in 2025
H3 Manufacturing Group supplies assembling, finishing, and fabrication services to the aerospace, defense, medical, electronics retail, agriculture, and energy sectors. It offers CNC machining, assembly, paint and powder coating, laser cutting, fabrication, and complex welding, enabling clients to reduce secondary operations and boost productivity.

Auto Body Toolmart

Acquisition in 2018
Auto Body Toolmart is a manufacturer and distributor located in Elgin, Illinois, specializing in equipment, tools, and supplies for auto body repair shops, technical schools, and automotive enthusiasts. Operating under the Whitewater Brands umbrella, the company offers a comprehensive range of approximately 87,000 products, including automotive tools, body shop supplies, paint booths, frame machines, and various automotive paint and repair products such as spray guns and air tools. With a customer base exceeding 200,000, Auto Body Toolmart is dedicated to serving the automotive repair industry and related markets through effective marketing channels.
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