Hillman

The Hillman Group is a leading provider of hardware solutions and merchandising services to the retail market in North America. Catering to over 26,000 customers, including home improvement centers, mass merchants, hardware stores, and pet supply retailers, Hillman specializes in a diverse range of products. Its extensive portfolio includes fasteners, threaded rods, builder's hardware, personal protective equipment, and identification items. By combining innovative product design with a robust distribution and sales network, Hillman ensures an exceptional customer experience, delivering the efficiency of larger operations while maintaining a personalized service approach. The company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the hardware industry.

Douglas Cahill

Chairman of the Board, President and CEO

7 past transactions

Intex DIY

Acquisition in 2024
Intex DIY is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in textile and microfiber cleaning accessories. The company focuses on providing comprehensive surface protection solutions for a variety of applications, including home improvement, painting, general cleaning, maintenance, janitorial services, as well as auto and marine care projects. Its product range encompasses cloths and rags, drop cloths, paint sundries, and a variety of care products for cars and boats, along with sponges and other cleaning tools. Intex DIY aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers by offering reliable and effective cleaning solutions.

Koch Industries

Acquisition in 2024
Koch Industries is a manufacturer and distributor of roller chains, ropes, load binders, forestry tools, trailer jacks, and cable pullers.

MinuteKey

Acquisition in 2018
MinuteKey is a Boulder, Colorado-based company that has developed the world's first self-service key duplication kiosks. These innovative machines combine advanced robotics, electronics, and software engineering to create a reliable and user-friendly key-cutting experience. Utilizing a proprietary laser imaging system, MinuteKey kiosks accurately identify the type of key and provide real-time updates throughout the duplication process. The founders have invested years in refining this technology, leading to several patents pending that protect their innovations. Today, MinuteKey's kiosks can be found in high-traffic areas of some of the largest retailers across the nation, making key duplication accessible and convenient for consumers.

Apptio

Series E in 2013
Apptio, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based Technology Business Management (TBM) solutions designed to assist enterprises in managing their IT investments effectively. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Apptio offers a suite of applications that leverage business analytics to deliver insights on technology costs, value, and quality. This enables IT leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions that align technology spending with business outcomes. The company’s solutions encompass cost transparency, benchmarking, operational efficiency, and planning, facilitating automation of IT processes. Apptio's technology operates on a next-generation, in-memory cost analytics platform that aggregates and analyzes data from various financial, operational, and billing sources, providing users with deep visibility into the total cost of IT services. The company serves a global market, with operations in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Australia.

Servalite

Acquisition in 2011
Servalite is a distributor of residential fasteners and related products in the United States. The company provides a wide range of offerings, including assortments and bulk fasteners, as well as specialized centers for deck, drywall, anchors, and electrical components. Additionally, Servalite supplies letters, numbers, and signs, key towers and accessories, spring centers, and materials for wood and hobby crafts. The company also offers fix-it kits, catering to various customer needs within the residential fastener market.

AmberWave

Series D in 2004
AmberWave, Inc. is a research and development company specializing in photovoltaic technology solutions for commercial buildings, as well as semiconductor manufacturing technologies. Founded in 1998, the company has developed a range of advanced materials and technologies, including Strained Silicon, which enhances microchip performance while reducing power consumption, and Aspect Ratio Trapping, used for silicon-based photonics and photovoltaic applications. AmberWave aims to provide high-value products for underrepresented markets and new applications, focusing on substrate engineering for integrated circuits, semiconductor lighting, and photovoltaics. The company is headquartered in Salem, New Hampshire, and was previously known as AmberWave Systems Corporation before changing its name in 2010.

AdminiQuest

Venture Round in 2000
AdminiQuest is a provider of web-enabled, full-service outsourcing solutions for the insurance and benefits sector, delivering web-based business services to help insurers manage processes and enhance operations.
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