The Gores Group

The Gores Group, established in 1987, is a global private equity firm headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, with a regional office in Boulder, Colorado. The firm specializes in acquiring and partnering with mature and growing businesses, providing operational expertise and capital to support their development. Its portfolio spans diverse industries, including industrial, healthcare, technology, services, and consumer, with current investments in datablue, VITAC, Fotona, Glotel, astadia, and COSMO. The Gores Group was founded by Alec Gores and is registered as an investment adviser.

Joe Awad

Vice President

Jennifer Kwon Chou

Managing Director, Chief Strategy Officer

Edward Fike

Senior Managing Director

Andrew Freedman

Managing Director, Operations

Alec Gores

Founder, Chairman and CEO

Edward Johnson

Managing Director, M&A

Lee, Matthew

Associate

Maximillian Lin

Associate

James Pinto

Managing Director of Operations

Catherine Pollard

Managing Director and CFO - Office of the Chairman

Robert Scully

Associate

Joseph Skarzenski

Principal

Barrett Sprowl

Managing Director

Mark Stone

Senior Managing Director

Yann Vincent-Genod

Associate

Kyle Wheeler

Principal

Justin Wilson

Senior Managing Director

23 past transactions

GatesAir

Acquisition in 2022
GatesAir specializes in manufacturing multi-channel television and radio transmitters for over-the-air broadcasting and public safety communications. The company provides a diverse array of products, including digital audio broadcasting transmitters, multi-system controllers, mobile network adapters, and portable broadcast and routing systems. GatesAir's solutions are designed to enhance communication efficiency while reducing costs and improving performance. Additionally, its Intraplex public safety solutions offer robust multi-point connections and secure networks that ensure reliable and timely delivery of emergency response communications. By leveraging advanced IP and TDM networks, GatesAir supports flexible communication architectures that prioritize reliability and availability.

Sonder Holdings

Post in 2022
Sonder Canada Inc. specializes in leasing hotel-style apartments to travelers, offering a range of accommodations from rooms to suites and apartments. Founded as Flatbook Corp. and rebranded in 2016, Sonder has expanded its presence across more than 30 cities in eight countries on three continents. The company focuses on delivering a seamless hospitality experience through thoughtfully designed spaces and a tech-powered service model. Its innovative app facilitates self-service features and provides 24/7 support for guests, enhancing convenience and accessibility. Sonder generates revenue by offering both short-term and month-to-month accommodations, with all units carefully selected, designed, and managed by the company.

Doma Holdings

Post in 2021
Doma Holdings Inc. is redefining the real estate transaction process by leveraging machine intelligence and patented technology to create an instant and affordable closing experience. The company operates through two main segments: Underwriting and Corporate and Other. The Underwriting segment primarily generates revenue through its title insurance underwriting business, which includes policies from both Direct Agents and Third-Party Agents. The Corporate and Other segment encompasses operations related to title, escrow, and settlement services. By streamlining these processes, Doma aims to architect the future of real estate transactions, enhancing efficiency and accessibility for all stakeholders involved.

United Wholesale Mortgage

Post in 2021
United Wholesale Mortgage is a leading wholesale mortgage lender based in Pontiac, Michigan, established in 1986. Renowned for its proprietary technology platform, the company focuses on streamlining the mortgage process, making it faster, easier, and more affordable for borrowers. UWM specializes in underwriting and providing closing documentation for residential mortgage loans originated by independent mortgage brokers, correspondents, small banks, and local credit unions. The firm operates as a division of United Shore Financial Services and has maintained its position as the top wholesale lender in the nation for six consecutive years. UWM is committed to expanding its share within the wholesale channel while also enhancing the overall market presence of this channel, which it believes offers the most advantageous option for securing a mortgage.

Pacific Architects and Engineers

Post in 2020
Pacific Architects and Engineers Incorporated (PAE) is a provider of services that support military readiness, peacekeeping missions, nation building activities, personnel recruitment and training, and disaster relief services.

TurbineAero

Acquisition in 2018
TurbineAero is a leading independent provider of aerospace component maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, specializing in auxiliary power units (APUs) and related products. The company serves military, commercial, and regional airline customers by offering comprehensive maintenance solutions for both legacy and new APU engine models. With facilities in Chandler, Arizona, and Chonburi, Thailand, TurbineAero provides global coverage and support. Additionally, the company manufactures hot-section components and offers repair services to original equipment manufacturers, aircraft operators, and other repair providers. Its capabilities include complex machining, engineering, inspection, non-destructive testing, and thermal coatings, particularly from its facility in Tempe, Arizona.

AMI Entertainment Network

Acquisition in 2017
AMI Entertainment Network specializes in providing digital entertainment solutions for the bar, restaurant, and hospitality sectors. With over a century of experience, the company has evolved from traditional jukeboxes to modern digital platforms, including AMI Jukeboxes and Tap TV. These systems offer a comprehensive range of entertainment options, featuring extensive music libraries that encompass various genres, including indie and Spanish-language songs. Additionally, AMI's technology is internet-enabled and compatible with multiple broadband connections, allowing establishments to engage with tech-savvy patrons through diverse video and music content.

Hostess Brands

Acquisition in 2016
Hostess Brands, Inc. is a packaged food company specializing in the development, manufacturing, marketing, sale, and distribution of fresh sweet baked goods across the United States. Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including snack cakes, donuts, sweet rolls, breakfast pastries, cookies, and snack pies. Hostess operates through two primary segments: Sweet Baked Goods, which includes both fresh and frozen offerings under renowned brands such as Hostess, Dolly Madison, Cloverhill, and Big Texas, as well as store-branded products, and In-Store Bakery, which focuses on items like eclairs, madeleines, brownies, and iced cookies sold in grocery and club store bakery sections. Hostess Brands aims to deliver beloved treats to consumers, maintaining a strong presence in the North American market.

VITAC

Acquisition in 2016
VITAC is the leading provider of closed captioning services in the United States, delivering high-quality captions for over 500,000 live program hours and 57,000 prerecorded programs annually. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong reputation for its commitment to accuracy and accessibility, serving a diverse clientele that includes major television networks, cable channels, program producers, corporations, and government agencies. VITAC specializes in both live and prerecorded captioning, as well as additional services such as web captioning, Spanish subtitling, and audio description. With a focus on providing vital access to media, VITAC continues to expand its offerings and customer base, maintaining its mission of delivering reliable and efficient captioning solutions across various industries.

US Farathane

Acquisition in 2015
US Farathane Corporation is a prominent manufacturer of engineered plastic injection-molded components, primarily serving the automotive industry worldwide. Established in 1971 and headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, the company operates multiple manufacturing facilities across the United States. US Farathane specializes in a variety of manufacturing processes, including conventional injection molding, two-shot molding, and specialized extrusion technologies. Their product offerings encompass both functional and decorative parts in various sizes and designs, ensuring a versatile solution for their clients. With over four decades of experience, US Farathane is recognized for its commitment to technical research and development, allowing it to provide comprehensive design and manufacturing services that meet the evolving needs of the automotive sector and beyond.

Tweddle Group

Private Equity Round in 2014
Tweddle Group Inc. is an automotive supplier and information production agency that specializes in developing custom information solutions aimed at enhancing customer experience across various industries, particularly automotive and recreational vehicles. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, with additional offices in China, Italy, and Belgium, the company offers a wide range of services, including content management, analytics, application development, and branding. It also provides technical authoring, diagnostics procedures, and multimedia production. Tweddle Group focuses on delivering high-quality, integrated communication solutions through various channels, such as in-vehicle technology, mobile applications, and web-based programming. With over 50 years of experience collaborating with original equipment manufacturers, Tweddle Group aims to facilitate effective communication between vehicle owners and brands, ensuring that accurate information is readily available to enhance the post-sale experience for consumers and industry professionals.

Hovis

Acquisition in 2014
Hovis Limited is a vertically integrated baking and flour milling company based in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Formerly known as Hovis Opco Limited, the company adopted its current name in February 2014. Hovis specializes in producing a variety of bread, pastries, and cakes, and is dedicated to promoting the importance of daily fiber intake. It offers a diverse range of products, incorporating a blend of seeds and cereals, aimed at both craft and industrial bakers. Hovis focuses on enabling its customers to maintain a balanced and healthy diet through its offerings.

Zmags

Acquisition in 2014
Zmags Inc., established in 2006 with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, develops and operates a shoppable content platform for retail marketing professionals. The company offers two primary products: Publicator, which converts print catalogs into digital destinations, and Creator, a content marketing platform enabling users to design, publish, and analyze engaging, interactive digital experiences without coding expertise. Zmags serves diverse industries such as fashion, retail, publishing, travel, finance, education, culture, and agencies across North America and Europe.

Zmags

Private Equity Round in 2014
Zmags Inc., established in 2006 with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, develops and operates a shoppable content platform for retail marketing professionals. The company offers two primary products: Publicator, which converts print catalogs into digital destinations, and Creator, a content marketing platform enabling users to design, publish, and analyze engaging, interactive digital experiences without coding expertise. Zmags serves diverse industries such as fashion, retail, publishing, travel, finance, education, culture, and agencies across North America and Europe.

D+H

Acquisition in 2013
D+H is a prominent technology partner for financial services organizations, dedicated to helping them cultivate deeper and more profitable relationships with their customers. Founded in 1875, the company has evolved significantly while maintaining its core commitment to being a trusted provider. D+H offers solutions that empower its clients to thrive in competitive markets, leveraging its rich history to shape its culture and business practices. The company specializes in social media advertising and analytics, positioning itself as a leader in these domains, and continues to focus on delivering innovative products that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

ASTADIA

Acquisition in 2012
Astadia provides cloud solutions consulting and systems integration for enterprises looking to accelerate business outcomes. Astadia transforms how its clients develop market opportunities, accelerate revenues and convert customers into advocates. Unlike integrators that concentrate only on implementing technology, Astadia focuses on truly understanding client needs. By building authentic client partnerships and using its unique, proven methodologies and frameworks, Astadia delivers meaningful solutions for its clients. Delivered by professionals with deep experience and pedigree, Astadia creates bulletproof cloud solutions with measurable business results.

The Clark Group

Acquisition in 2011
The Clark Group, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider specializing in services for publishing, printing, distribution, and other service-sensitive industries both in the United States and internationally. Based in Hamilton, New Jersey, the company operates a network of nine strategically located distribution centers across the U.S., enabling efficient consolidation and time-critical transportation. Its domestic offerings include national print media logistics, pool shipping programs, reverse logistics, and retail displays, while international services encompass air and ocean freight forwarding, as well as warehousing solutions. Additionally, the Clark Group provides comprehensive supply chain export and import services to over 65 countries, supported by strategic alliances with international agents. The company operates through various business units, including Clark Distribution Systems, Highway Distribution Systems, Clark Worldwide Transportation, and Preprint Logistics, delivering integrated supply chain solutions to its customers.

Big Strike

Venture Round in 2011
Big Strike is a leading designer, manufacturer, and wholesaler of casual and career junior lifestyle apparel for women, marketed under the Heart Soul, Soulmates, Free to Love, Halo, Tracy Evans, Star City, and First Option brands. The company is headquartered in Gardena, California.

United Road Services

Acquisition in 2007
United Road Services is a leading auto transport company in North America, specializing in the transportation of nearly 2 million vehicles annually. The company caters to a diverse clientele that includes major global vehicle manufacturers, re-marketers, financial institutions, car auctions, dealerships, and individual vehicle owners. United Road offers comprehensive transportation services, ensuring transparent tracking from order to fulfillment. Their expertise extends to both light and heavy-haul transportation, making them a reliable partner for car manufacturers, retailers, rental agencies, and logistics firms. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, United Road Services is dedicated to delivering vehicles efficiently across the country and beyond.

Somero Enterprises

Acquisition in 2005
Somero Enterprises is a manufacturer specializing in advanced concrete placing equipment and related machinery, founded in 1985. The company has established a strong presence in the global market, with manufacturing facilities located in Michigan and executive offices in Fort Myers, Florida. Somero offers a diverse range of products, including various models of Laser Screed machines, a topping spreader, and software solutions for floor levelness. Its offerings are complemented by training, education, and customer support services. The company markets its products across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Asia through a combination of direct sales, representatives, and dealers. Somero Enterprises continues to thrive by providing high-quality solutions that meet the needs of its customers in the concrete placement industry.

Wire One Technologies

Acquisition in 2003
Wire One Technology is a end-to-end videoconferencing solutions provider committed to delivering better, faster, and more cost effective video communications solutions. Wire One offers customers videoconferencing and network products from leading manufacturers such as Polycom, Accord, TANDBERG, Cisco, RADVISION, Sony, VCON and VTEL. Wire One also provides a comprehensive suite of video, data and network services including design, installation, bridging, streaming, on-site and remote technical assistance, training, engineering and after-market maintenance. Wire One's current customer base includes more than 3,000 customers with approximately 22,000 videoconferencing endpoints in the commercial, federal and state government, medical and education marketplaces nationwide and across the globe.

VeriFone

Acquisition in 2001
VeriFone is a California-based company that specializes in designing, marketing, and servicing electronic payment solutions for various sectors, including consumers, merchants, and financial institutions. Its extensive product range includes contactless and countertop payment systems, electronic cash registers, PIN pads, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and both indoor and outdoor unattended payment solutions. The company also offers mobile payment devices and receipt printers, alongside software solutions for card acceptance, mobile payments, and security. VeriFone's devices facilitate a wide array of payment methods, including debit and credit cards, contactless payments, and electronic bill payments. It serves a diverse clientele, including financial institutions, retailers, government organizations, and healthcare providers across multiple regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in San Jose, California, VeriFone aims to deliver a unified platform that ensures a seamless payment experience for its customers.

Atego Group

Acquisition in 1998
Atego Group is a global software tools and professional services company specializing in the engineering of complex, mission- and safety-critical systems and software. With over 30 years of experience, Atego serves major engineering sectors, including aerospace and defense, automotive, rail, energy, utilities, automation, medical, and electronics. The company offers model-based systems and software engineering applications that facilitate the connection between engineering, architecture modeling, physical product definition, and system verification, promoting process standardization. Atego is known for its pioneering work in standards-based solutions for UML, SysML, UPDM, Ada, and Real-time Java, and it actively collaborates with global standards bodies in systems engineering and software development. Many of Atego's clients have relied on its innovative products and dedicated engineering support for decades, underscoring the company's commitment to excellence in complex system development.
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