TorQuest Partners

TorQuest Partners is a private equity firm based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2001. The firm specializes in investments that focus on entrepreneurs and family succession, targeting opportunities such as recapitalizations, corporate carve-outs, and management buyouts. TorQuest Partners has established a reputation for following a consistent investment strategy that aims to generate superior returns for its investors. The firm is recognized as a partner of choice for management teams, lenders, and advisors, reflecting its commitment to fostering strong relationships within its investment ecosystem.

Khalid Alibhai

Senior Associate

Matthew Ananthan

Vice President

Belzberg J.D., Brent S.

Founder and Senior Managing Partner

Carolyn Beniuk

Director, Portfolio Management

Darin Brock

Partner

Matthew Chapman

Partner

Edward Chau

Vice President Finance

Kimberly Davis

Chief Compliance Officer

Jeremy Duncan

Vice President

Mike Forcht

Director, Portfolio Management

Fraser, Jonathan

Partner

Emilie Heron

Senior Associate

Karl Iyari Ph.D

Principal

Nathan Jenkins

Principal

Andrew Kolupanowicz

Partner

Ben Kornya

Associate

Andrew Krane

Principal

Ying Liang

Associate

William MacRae

Vice President

Jonathan Tarshis Neil

Partner

Rankine, Craig

CFO

Adam Rogul

Associate

Salisbury, Michael

Principal

David Schneuker

Director, Portfolio Management

Alex Sigel

Senior Associate

Daniel Sonshine

Partner

Christian Taylor

Senior Associate

Chris Vasilache

Senior Associate

Florian Wong-Kouch

Associate

Brad Wood

Principal

Cynthia Zheng

Senior Associate

12 past transactions

Versacold

Acquisition in 2020
VersaCold is a supply chain company focused exclusively on the handling of temperature-sensitive products.

Joriki

Private Equity Round in 2019
Joriki Provider of beverages and select food product manufacturing services intended for major brands and private-label retail customers. The company offers contract manufacturing services to global brands and private label customers primarily within the juice, ready-to-drink tea, sports drink, enhanced water, and dairy alternative categories, helping its clients ensure cost-effective manufacturing.

Prepac

Acquisition in 2019
Prepac Manufacturing Ltd. is a Canadian company that designs and manufactures ready-to-assemble (RTA) home furniture, serving customers primarily in North America. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Delta, British Columbia, Prepac specializes in various product categories, including bedroom, audio-video, media storage, entryway, office, utility storage, and kitchen cabinets. Their offerings also encompass platform storage beds, headboards, desks, bookcases, cubbie benches, shelves, and buffet/console tables. Prepac operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, allowing for efficient order processing with impressive turnaround times. The company sells its products through both e-commerce platforms and traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, ensuring a wide reach in the market. Additionally, Prepac maintains a Just In Time inventory system to effectively manage stock levels and respond to seasonal demand trends.

Bartek Ingredients

Acquisition in 2018
Bartek Ingredients Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals, primarily focusing on food and beverage applications. Established in 1969 and based in Stoney Creek, Ontario, the company specializes in producing malic acid, fumaric acid, and maleic anhydride. These products are utilized across various sectors, including beverages, confectioneries, bakery goods, and personal care, enhancing flavor profiles, food safety, and nutritional benefits. Additionally, Bartek's offerings are applicable in pharmaceuticals and industrial products. The company plays a significant role in improving the quality and efficacy of both food and non-food formulations, contributing to the overall profitability and safety of its clients' products.

Cando Rail Services

Private Equity Round in 2018
Cando Rail Services is a provider of specialized rail support services aimed at serving shipper-customers and Class I railway partners. The company offers a comprehensive range of services that includes industrial switching, material handling, logistics, terminal and transloading, as well as mechanical services, railcar storage, engineering, and track services. By delivering these services, Cando Rail Services helps industrial customers optimize their bulk material supply chains and seamlessly connect to the railway network.

A&W Food Services of Canada

Private Equity Round in 2018
A&W Food Services of Canada Inc. is a prominent quick-service restaurant chain based in North Vancouver, Canada, established in 1956. The company specializes in offering a diverse menu that includes breakfast items, a variety of burgers, chicken dishes, onion rings, sides, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, most famously its root beer served in frosted mugs. As of December 31, 2018, A&W operated a total of 952 restaurants across Canada, with 943 franchised locations and 9 company-owned establishments. The chain is well-known for its commitment to providing tasty and satisfying meals to a wide customer base.

The TEAM Companies

Private Equity Round in 2017
The TEAM Companies, established in 1992, specializes in providing payroll, business affairs, and technology solutions primarily for the advertising and entertainment sectors. Initially focused on employer of record payroll services, the company has expanded its offerings to support various aspects of advertising and entertainment projects, including television commercials, fashion photography, music recording, and concert tours. The TEAM Companies has enhanced its expertise through strategic acquisitions, including the purchase of business affairs companies and the integration of Talent Payment Services in Canada, which is known for its payroll services for performers. In 2012, The TEAM Companies was formed as the parent company, consolidating its U.S. operations under a single brand by 2015. The company distinguishes itself through a comprehensive suite of services, an extensive pool of subject matter experts, and a commitment to customer-focused service, making it a prominent player in its industry.

Amenity Health Care

Acquisition in 2017
Amenity Health's mission is to provide patients with integrated health and wellness services close to home and work. Amenity Health's services are based on bringing together a multidisciplinary health team in support of servicing the patients health needs in a timely manner. Amenity Health Care uses independent pharmacies as the nucleus for expanded practice collaborative care that leads to improvements in the health and wellbeing of the communities the pharmacy serves. Amenity Health believes that change starts with one patient and one community at a time and hopes to touch many communities with its health and wellness service offering.

Can Art Aluminum Extrusion

Acquisition in 2016
Can Art Aluminum Extrusion Inc. is a manufacturer and seller of aluminum extrusions, offering a diverse range of products including pipes, tubes, rods, bars, angles, channels, tee products, and I-beams. The company also specializes in extruding both standard and LEED-compliant recycled billets. In addition to its extrusion capabilities, Can Art provides various services such as fabricating, anodizing, and painted finishes, catering to the specific needs of its clients. Serving a broad array of markets, including architectural, automotive, consumer products, and distribution, Can Art Aluminum Extrusion Inc. has established itself as a key player in the aluminum industry since its founding in 1988. The company is headquartered in Brampton, Canada.

Polycor

Acquisition in 2016
Polycor is a leading distributor and manufacturer of natural stone products in North America, specializing in granite, marble, and limestone. Established in 1987, the company operates 30 quarries and 12 factories across Canada and the United States, employing over 800 people. Polycor transforms raw stone into a variety of products, including custom stone blocks, slabs, tiles, mosaics, and landscaping items, catering to historic landmarks as well as institutional, commercial, and residential projects. With a focus on providing tailored solutions, Polycor enables clients to meet their specific indoor and outdoor design needs.

Spinrite

Acquisition in 2015
Yarnspirations.com is the invention of Spinrite LP, North America's largest craft yarn producer. Yarnspirations Established in 1952, Spinrite researches, develops, manufactures, and markets a variety of consumer craft yarn and pattern books for all segments of the market, from classic and cotton basics to novelty and fashion yarns. Encompassing well-known brands Patons, Bernat, Caron, and Lily Sugar 'n Cream, Yarnspirations.com is a one-stop resource for everything that you need to create knit and crochet projects to suit any mood, budget, or occasion. They provide pattern inspiration, learning resources, a welcoming community, and the ability to shop the broadest product line in the craft yarn industry all in one place.

Envirosystems

Acquisition in 2015
Envirosystems is the fastest growing industrial services organization in North America. Their companies have over 1,000 employees across Canada and the US and they provide our customers with excellence in: Industrial Services Environmental Services Robotic Services Project Management They pride ourselves in delivering local expertise from coast to coast. Businesses and government agencies across North America trust their experienced professionals to understand their needs and develop viable action plans that deliver cost effective results. More than just a service provider, they are passionately committed to bringing innovation, strategic leadership, and local expertise to every project – large or small – across North America.
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