Salt Creek Capital

Salt Creek Capital, established in 2009 and based in Woodside, California, is a private equity firm focused on the lower middle market. It specializes in acquiring profitable, established companies with revenues up to $100 million, typically requiring succession due to retiring owners or corporate divestments. The firm is industry-agnostic but has a preference for business and consumer services, distribution, manufacturing, and franchising sectors. Salt Creek Capital seeks majority stakes and aims to drive growth and operational improvements through its Executive Partner Program, which provides replacement CEOs for succession needs.

Daniel Alameh

Associate

Chad Baker

Executive Partner

Joseph Bigane

Executive Partner

Brian Bishop

Executive Partner

Lorelei Bivins

Analyst

Wade Bruffey

Analyst

Seb Cervinka

Managing Director

Roger Cockroft

Executive Partner

Timothy Cripe

Principal

Brent Diamond

Executive Partner

Randy Dobbs

Executive Partner

William Donahue

Executive Partner

Robert Feltgen

Executive Partner

Michael Friedman

Executive Partner

Daniel Goetz

Operating Partner

Chris Gorog

Operating Partner

Kurt Gula

Managing Director

John Heflin

Executive Partner

Ryan Hodgson

Managing Director

Paul Huiras

Senior Associate

Brad Kirchhofer

Executive Partner

Nelson Lafayette

Executive Partner

Caryn Lerner

Executive Partner

Jose Llontop

Executive Partner

Peter Macy

Executive Partner

Dan McNamee

Executive Partner

Aaron Medina

Executive Partner

Daniel Mytels

Founding Member and Managing Partner

Sunny Naveed

Principal

Darryl Niven

Executive Partner

Mark Olivito

Operating Partner

Steve Paskin

Executive Partner

Debby Pennington

Principal

Daniel Phelps

Founder and Managing Partner

David Preuss

Executive Partner

Daniel Price

Founding Member and Partner

Lee Qualls

Executive Partner

Tyler Romrell

Director

Gary Rosenfield

Executive Partner

Bobby Sheth

Senior Managing Director and Head of New Investments

Jordan Stankowski

Operating Partner

Simon Sutton

Executive Partner

Christopher Sveen JD

Executive Partner

James Vitrano JD

Executive Partner

Mark Walsh

Executive Partner

W. Brad Winegar

Operating Partner

Ricky Zhang

Senior Associate

J.W. Penland

Managing Director

24 past transactions

Vantage Vehicle International

Acquisition in 2023
Vantage Vehicle International is a manufacturer specializing in low-speed utility vehicles designed for the automobile industry. The company focuses on the design, assembly, and sale of vehicles powered by gasoline and electric platforms, catering to the transportation needs of both passengers and cargo. Vantage offers a customizable range of vehicles, ensuring that each product meets the specific requirements of its owners. By providing durable, dependable, and versatile transportation solutions, Vantage aims to deliver efficient and comfortable utility vehicles to its clients.

Pioneer Industrial Sales

Acquisition in 2023
Pioneer Industrial Sales is an industrial distributor located in Kingsport, Tennessee, specializing in a diverse array of products for industrial customers throughout the United States. The company offers an extensive selection of janitorial supplies, power tools, safety products, power transmission equipment, maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) items, materials handling solutions, and packaging materials. By providing these essential products, Pioneer Industrial Sales supports various industries in maintaining operational efficiency and safety standards.

TeamLogic IT

Private Equity Round in 2023
TeamLogic IT provides computer services and network solutions. Their service includes supplemental support, complete outsourcing, quote now, IT solutions, and consulting.

Cotta Transmission Company

Acquisition in 2023
Cotta Transmission Company, LLC is a manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered transmissions for a diverse range of applications, including vocational trucks, defense, off-highway vehicles, aerospace, heavy industry, oil field service rigs, construction, well-drilling, mining, and marine sectors. Founded in 1906 and based in Beloit, Wisconsin, the company produces a variety of products such as speed increasers and reducers, high-speed transmissions, direct or remote-mount transfer cases, creep drives, split shaft power take-offs, heavy-duty pump drives, custom transmissions, gear drives, and reversing drives. Cotta Transmission Company serves a global market, emphasizing the creation of robust and reliable transmission solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its customers.

Broco Rankin

Acquisition in 2023
Broco Rankin is a manufacturer focused on underwater welding and cutting technology. The company produces a range of products including hard-facing materials, cutting rods, torches, stingers, and electrodes, catering to industries such as military and automated welding. Broco Rankin is known for its expertise in exothermic cutting products and emphasizes strong customer service. Additionally, the company offers specialty alloys and security cabinets, further diversifying its product offerings.

Bay Standard Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2022
Bay Standard Manufacturing specializes in the production and distribution of automobile accessories, primarily focusing on fasteners such as threaded rods, bolts, and nuts. The company caters to construction original equipment manufacturers, wholesalers, and fastener distributors, providing a comprehensive range of products that includes anchor bolts, carriage bolts, finished hex nuts, coil nuts, square plate washers, and lock washers. In addition to manufacturing, Bay Standard offers services such as threading, heading, bending, welding, swedging, and plate fabrication, ensuring high-quality standards and customer support across the western United States.

Omni Recycling

Acquisition in 2022
Omni Recycling is a waste disposal and waste disposal company.

All Metals Industries

Acquisition in 2022
All Metals Industries is a distributor of metal products catering to commercial customers in New York and New England. The company offers a wide range of supplies, including cold rolled steel, galvanized metal sheets, aluminum-silicon alloy, and sheet metal fabrication. These products are utilized in various applications such as HVAC systems, fabrication, roofing, incinerators, ovens, and heaters. By providing high-quality materials and supportive service, All Metals Industries positions itself as a comprehensive solution for its diverse and long-term customer base.

Kingdom Supercultures

Series A in 2021
Kingdom Supercultures is a Brooklyn-based company established in 2019 that specializes in developing and producing microbial cultures for the food industry. The company focuses on reassembling nature's microbes into innovative combinations, allowing food manufacturers to create new varieties of food with enhanced benefits. Their product line includes Koji, a traditional Japanese ingredient used in miso, sake, and soy sauce, as well as microbial cultures for fermented sodas, beers, and plant-based dairy alternatives. Kingdom Supercultures employs an automated scientific platform that features a comprehensive biobank of Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) microbial strains and utilizes advanced algorithms to predict and assemble microbial communities. By providing functional ingredients and biopreservatives, the company aims to support healthy and sustainable food development across various industries, including food, beverage, personal care, and beauty.

Tuscan Imports

Acquisition in 2021
Tuscan Imports has been offering the finest hand crafted,frost proof, Italian terracotta planters available from Impruneta and Siena since 1998. Not only do we speak the language, but we also understand the culture. And above all we recognize the reality that only handful of workshops in Impruneta & Siena produce quality terracotta planters.

TeamLogic IT

Acquisition in 2020
TeamLogic IT provides computer services and network solutions. Their service includes supplemental support, complete outsourcing, quote now, IT solutions, and consulting.

Pacific Shoring

Private Equity Round in 2019
Pacific Shoring specializes in the design, manufacture, and testing of underground and trench shoring assemblies and safety equipment. Based in Santa Rosa, California, the company focuses on producing high-quality shoring and shield products that are rigorously tested to meet stringent standards. Their hydraulic aluminum shoring equipment is specifically designed to support trench walls during excavation and construction. Additionally, Pacific Shoring offers custom assembly products tailored to meet the precise operational requirements of its clients, ensuring safety and efficiency in various construction environments.

Michigan Landscape Professionals

Acquisition in 2019
Beauchamp Lawn & Snow Service, Inc., founded in 1992 and based in Brighton, Michigan, specializes in commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance services. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including landscape design and installation, lawn fertilization and weed control, shrub and tree care, and ongoing lawn maintenance. Additionally, Beauchamp provides snow removal services, ensuring year-round support for its commercial clients, which include condominium owners and homeowners' associations in the Southeast Michigan area. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Beauchamp Lawn & Snow Service also serves residential customers in the suburban Detroit region.

Drake Equipment

Acquisition in 2018
Drake Equipment is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in commercial service bodies designed for work-ready trucks and utility vehicles. The company provides a range of products, including bumpers, cranes, fuel systems, and flatbeds, catering to contractors, utility companies, and government agencies. With a focus on quality, Drake Equipment manufactures many of its products in-house. The company sells directly to end-users through its owned locations in Phoenix and Las Vegas, as well as through a network of third-party dealers, ensuring broad access to its industrial equipment and automotive components across the Southwest.

Sound Building Supply

Acquisition in 2018
Sound Building Supply, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of metal roofing components, including flashing, water infiltration and roof drainage systems, ventilation, and various roofing and siding accessories. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Renton, Washington, the company caters to the construction industry by providing products for both residential and commercial applications. Sound Building Supply sells its offerings through a network of wholesale and specialty retail partners, serving customers primarily in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. The company is committed to delivering reliable and customized construction products, enabling clients to manage their projects efficiently.

Corporate Caterers

Acquisition in 2017
Corporate Caterers is a U.S.-based catering company founded in 1997. It serves corporate and institutional clients with a range of catering options, including breakfast, hot and cold menus, boxed lunches, barbecue, vegan dishes, desserts, beverages, and ice cream parties. The company emphasizes full-service offerings, delivering, setting up, and cleaning up, with leftovers packaged for later. It operates through a national franchise network and a corporate call center, with franchise partners across multiple states and some company-owned locations. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Corporate Caterers focuses on reliable service, fresh menus, and professional execution for meetings, events, and other occasions.

Miracle-Ear

Acquisition in 2017
Miracle-Ear is a well-respected manufacturer of hearing aids and devices based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company specializes in custom hearing solutions designed to be discreet and comfortable, allowing individuals with hearing disabilities to improve their auditory experiences. Miracle-Ear is recognized for its exceptional customer care, offering a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, a three-year limited warranty on all hearing solutions, and a lifetime care promise. This commitment to customer satisfaction has established Miracle-Ear as the top choice for hearing aids, making it a household name in the industry. From the initial personalized consultation, the company prioritizes listening to clients and collaborating to address their specific hearing needs, ensuring that each solution aligns with the individual's lifestyle.

Extranomical Adventures

Acquisition in 2016
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, Extranomical Tours is a leading sightseeing and tour company for destinations across Northern California. The company was founded in 2002 and quickly grew to become one of the largest tour providers in this market. The company offers a comprehensive selection of tours, including the city of San Francisco, Alcatraz Island, Sausalito, Muir Woods, the Wine Country, Yosemite National Park, Monterey as well as a variety of combo packages that feature multiple destinations.

Pacific Paper

Acquisition in 2016
Pacific Paper is a manufacturer specializing in the conversion and marketing of custom-sized sheets of paperboard for the packaging and commercial printing industries. Based in Southern California, the company offers a diverse range of products, including solid bleached sulphate, coated recycle board, folding box board, and heat-treated pallets. By maintaining a significant inventory and leveraging strong relationships with suppliers, Pacific Paper delivers exceptional value to its over 100 regular customers.

Griplock Systems

Acquisition in 2016
Griplock Systems, Inc., founded in 1992 and based in Carpinteria, California, specializes in the design and manufacturing of cable suspension systems for various commercial applications. The company's extensive product range includes tool-free adjustable cable grippers, couplers, aircraft cables, fittings, power cords, and accessories, catering primarily to architectural lighting, retail display, signage, industrial lighting, rigging, and art display markets. Griplock's innovative solutions aim to replace traditional power cords, particularly in low voltage LED systems, enhancing efficiency and functionality. Its products are widely utilized in trade shows, theatrical rigging, and other dynamic environments, making Griplock a key player in the cable suspension industry.

Sperry & Rice

Acquisition in 2016
Sperry & Rice LLC, founded in 1947 and based in Brookville, Indiana, specializes in the engineering and manufacturing of precision rubber and cellular components. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including appliance, automotive, HVAC, transportation, and construction. Sperry & Rice employs innovative engineering solutions and advanced manufacturing processes to produce high-quality products such as seals, hoses, tubing, and straps. The company offers a variety of services, including custom rubber formulation, in-house mixing and compounding, and rigorous lab testing. Additionally, it utilizes statistical process controls and modern technology in its production processes to ensure that components meet client specifications in a timely and cost-effective manner.

King Tester

Acquisition in 2015
King Tester Corporation, established in 1955 and headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, specializes in the manufacture and distribution of metallurgical testing equipment. The company provides a comprehensive range of products, including hardness testers, Rockwell testers, test blocks, microscopes, and scanning devices. King Tester is recognized as a leading supplier of portable Brinell hardness testers and microscopes globally, catering to various sectors such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, oil and gas, and heat treating. Its equipment is designed to meet the specific needs of clients within the metal excavation industry, ensuring high standards in metallurgical testing.

Garrison Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2015
Garrison Manufacturing, Inc. is a Santa Ana, California-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of hydraulic cylinders and steering equipment. Founded in 1939, Garrison produces a diverse range of products, including welded hydraulic cylinders, steering linkage components, control valves, and hydraulic power units. These products are utilized across various sectors, such as off-highway equipment, oil rigs, cranes, forklifts, mining equipment, and construction. The company emphasizes high quality, performance, and reliability in its offerings, and operates an ISO 9001 certified facility that integrates CAD/CAM design, engineering, tooling, machining, production, assembly, and shipping. This comprehensive approach allows Garrison to provide turnkey hydraulic cylinder manufacturing services to its customers.

CourseTrends

Acquisition in 2015
With over 2,500 clients, CourseTrends is a provider of intelligent online golf marketing solutions. They provide your course with a constantly-evolving set of tools, and they are fully committed to increasing your revenue while at the same time minimizing your effort. Browse our solutions below.
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