Transom Capital Group

Transom Capital Group, established in 2008 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, is an operations-focused private equity firm. It invests in the middle market, with a preference for the industrial, consumer, business services, and technology sectors. As a Registered Investment Adviser, the firm manages funds such as Transom Capital Fund IV and Transom Capital Fund I, which target companies with enterprise values ranging from USD 10 million to USD 100 million and EBITDA up to USD 10 million, investing between USD 5 million to USD 25 million per company.

Nathan Dastic

CFO and CCO

Conor Davenport

Senior Vice President

Ken Firtel

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Steve Kim

Principal

Phil McQuitty

Associate

Russ Roenick

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

28 past transactions

Webasto

Acquisition in 2024
Webasto is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of automotive equipment, specializing in roof systems, heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions for a variety of vehicles, including passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and boats. The company also focuses on electric mobility by providing electric heating systems, charging stations, and battery systems tailored for hybrid and electric vehicles. Webasto's offerings support energy management and electromobility, catering to a diverse clientele that includes vehicle manufacturers, dealers, and end customers. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Webasto plays a significant role in enhancing vehicle comfort and efficiency.

Galleher

Acquisition in 2023
Galleher Corporation is a distributor of floor covering products, catering to both residential and commercial projects. Founded in 1937 and headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, the company offers a diverse range of flooring options, including hardwood, vinyl, laminate, ceramic tile, and carpet, along with installation tools and accessories. Galleher also specializes in custom hardwood manufacturing, providing tailored solutions for its clients. With over 325 employees, the company operates 23 locations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, serving more than 5,000 customers, including retail floor covering stores, design centers, and flooring contractors. Galleher is recognized for its commitment to quality and environmental compliance in its product offerings.

Aden & Anais

Acquisition in 2023
Aden & Anais is a manufacturer and designer of premium muslin fabric products specifically for infants and toddlers. The company specializes in a variety of newborn essentials, including multi-purpose swaddles, burpy bibs, dream blankets, sleeping bags, and security blankets. Additionally, it offers nursery bedding and accessories aimed at helping parents create a safe sleep environment for their children. By providing high-quality, functional products, Aden & Anais supports parents in promoting safer sleeping practices and raising awareness about infant care.

Bose Professional

Acquisition in 2023
Bose Professional is a manufacturer specializing in commercial audio systems tailored for public establishments. The company focuses on delivering high-quality audio products, systems, and services designed for professional applications. Bose Professional aims to simplify the process of designing, installing, and operating audio systems, ensuring that clients can achieve exceptional sound with ease. Through its commitment to excellence, the company has established itself as a reliable provider in the commercial audio market.

Aspen Publishing

Acquisition in 2021
Aspen Publishing is a prominent provider of educational content and digital learning solutions specifically tailored for legal education. Recognized for its distinctive "red-and-black" casebooks and textbooks, the company collaborates with esteemed deans and professors to deliver high-quality materials. Aspen's offerings include a comprehensive suite of tools such as casebooks, study aids, and supplements, designed to support students throughout their educational journey. The materials are available in both print and digital formats, facilitating an interactive learning environment for law students and undergraduate institutions. Through its commitment to enhancing legal education, Aspen Publishing plays a crucial role in equipping students with the necessary resources for academic success.

Wolters Kluwer

Acquisition in 2021
Wolters Kluwer is a global provider of professional information, software solutions, and services across several key sectors, including health, tax and accounting, finance, compliance, and legal. The company offers a range of authoritative content and digital learning solutions, particularly in its Legal Education division, which serves law schools in the U.S. and internationally through textbooks and strategic partnerships. With more than 60% of its revenue generated in North America and approximately 30% from Europe, Wolters Kluwer focuses on delivering expert solutions that enable professionals to make a significant impact in their respective fields.

BridgeTower Media

Acquisition in 2020
BridgeTower Media is a business-to-business media company that specializes in delivering information and marketing services across various sectors, including legal, financial, real estate, and government affairs. With a portfolio of 44 print and digital publications in over 20 U.S. markets, it includes prominent titles such as The Daily Record, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, Daily Journal of Commerce, and NJBiz. The company provides authoritative content and research services, focusing on employee satisfaction and lead generation. Additionally, BridgeTower Media organizes live events centered on awards and education, aimed at helping clients achieve their business objectives.

Scantron

Acquisition in 2019
Scantron Technology Solutions specializes in providing installation, implementation, maintenance, and repair services for computing and networking equipment, as well as data collection devices. The company is recognized for its innovative assessment and survey solutions, which assist educational, commercial, and government organizations in measuring and improving effectiveness. Scantron is particularly known for its ability to capture student performance data accurately and efficiently, serving a significant portion of top school districts in the United States and extending its reach to numerous countries and educational ministries worldwide. Its K-12 assessment solutions, designed to comply with No Child Left Behind requirements, incorporate both computer-adaptive testing and flexible assessment tools, enabling educators to create and administer various testing formats while obtaining immediate feedback. Through these services, Scantron aims to enhance student achievement and facilitate data-driven decision-making in educational settings.

Beauty Quest Group

Acquisition in 2019
Beauty Quest Group is an integrated manufacturer and marketer specializing in branded and private label hair care, color, and styling products tailored for professional salons and specialty retailers. The company offers a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Aquage, RUSK, and One ‘n Only, alongside private label solutions for prominent retailers. Additionally, Beauty Quest Group provides contract manufacturing services, allowing other marketers in the personal care sector to enhance customer acquisition through high-quality hair care and topical products. This dual focus on both branded and private label offerings positions the company as a key player in the beauty industry.

Pelco

Acquisition in 2019
Pelco, a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, is a leading designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and security system products. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Fresno, California, the company specializes in a wide range of offerings, including IP cameras, video management software, and various accessories such as enclosures, lighting products, and video encoders/decoders. Pelco's solutions cater to multiple sectors, including airports, seaports, casinos, and critical infrastructure, as well as education, healthcare, and retail industries. The company emphasizes the importance of information in decision-making and is dedicated to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer support, ensuring that clients have the necessary tools to enhance their security operations.

SemiTorr Group

Acquisition in 2019
SemiTorr Group, Inc. is a distributor specializing in high purity gas and fluid handling systems and components, catering to the Microelectronics, Life Sciences, and Food and Beverage markets. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon, the company offers a comprehensive range of products including filtration systems, valves, hoses, tubing, fittings, and instrumentation. SemiTorr Group operates multiple distribution centers across the United States, ensuring efficient delivery and customer service. The company focuses on providing tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of its clients, positioning itself as a one-stop source for essential gas and liquid control products.

Gene Juarez

Acquisition in 2018
Gene Juarez Salons, LLC provides a comprehensive range of salon and spa services, including haircuts, hair coloring, manicures, pedicures, skin care, massages, and bridal services, catering to both women and men. Founded in 1971 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company operates ten locations throughout the Seattle area. In addition to its salon and spa offerings, Gene Juarez also runs cosmetology schools and a training salon, ensuring that its designers, artists, and therapists receive ongoing education and training in the latest techniques and trends. The salons and spas are designed to provide a luxurious experience, featuring soothing environments that prioritize personal image, health, and well-being. Gift cards are also available for customers seeking to share the Gene Juarez experience.

A.T. Cross Company

Acquisition in 2017
A.T. Cross Company is an international manufacturer based in Lincoln, Rhode Island, specializing in fine writing instruments, timepieces, and personal accessories. Founded in 2013, the company produces a diverse range of products, including ballpoint pens, fountain pens, rolling ball pens, mechanical pencils, and refills. A.T. Cross markets its offerings to consumers through high-end retail outlets globally and caters to the business gift sector through a network of specialized companies focused on recognition programs.

Mackie

Acquisition in 2017
Mackie is a developer and marketer of high quality, affordable professional audio systems with “Built-Like-A-Tank” reliability. Mackie products have been making music across a wide-range of application. Mackie products can be found in professional and project recording studios, video and broadcast suites, post production facilities, sound reinforcement applications including churches and nightclubs, retail locations and on major musical tours.

Ampeg

Acquisition in 2017
Ampeg is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of musical instruments based in Calabasas, California, specializing in bass amplification products. Renowned for its innovative approach, Ampeg has established itself as the leading brand in the bass amplification market by introducing groundbreaking products, including the first bass combo amplifier and becoming the standard for stage bass amps. The company offers a diverse range of products, including bass amplifiers, guitar amplifiers, pickups, double basses, bass guitars, and electric guitars, catering to the needs of musicians in both live performance and studio settings. Ampeg is committed to providing unique features and exceptional performance capabilities, ensuring that musicians can achieve their desired tone across various applications.

Martin Audio

Acquisition in 2017
Martin Audio Ltd., established in 1971 and headquartered in High Wycombe, UK, specializes in the manufacture and supply of professional loudspeaker systems. Its comprehensive product portfolio caters to diverse applications such as touring music bands, theatre productions, cinema sound reinforcement, architectural installations, and commercial spaces. Martin Audio offers a wide range of active and passive loudspeakers, subwoofers, stage monitors, electronics, and accessories designed for both indoor and outdoor use. As of December 2019, the company operates as a subsidiary of Focusrite Plc.

American Driveline Systems

Acquisition in 2016
ADS is the franchisor of AAMCO and Cottman Transmission & Total Auto Care service centers, with approximately 680 locations in the U.S. and Canada.

HeathCo

Acquisition in 2016
HeathCo LLC is a manufacturer and marketer of lighting and door chime products, specializing in both security and decorative lighting solutions. The company's product range includes motion-activated security lighting, utility lighting, decorative lighting, doorbells, push buttons, and related accessories. HeathCo also offers technical support services for its products. The company distributes its items through various retail channels, including home centers, hardware stores, lighting showrooms, wholesale clubs, and mass merchants across the United States and Canada, as well as through online platforms. Established in 1987 and headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky, HeathCo has additional facilities in Ontario, California; Manchester, Tennessee; and Hong Kong, China.

Bravo Sports

Acquisition in 2015
Bravo Sports Corporation is a manufacturer of recreational and sporting goods, catering to sports and outdoor enthusiasts globally. Established in 1965 and headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, the company operates offices, factories, and warehouses across the United States, Italy, Thailand, and China. Bravo Sports offers a diverse range of products, including outdoor lifestyle items and action sports equipment such as instant canopies, trampolines, skateboards, scooters, and more. The company is known for its portfolio of market-leading brands, including Pulse, Darkstar, Tony Hawk, and others, along with licenses from major franchises like Nickelodeon and Disney/Pixar. By focusing on product development and efficient retail distribution, Bravo Sports aims to provide high-quality, innovative products at competitive prices, meeting the needs of consumers and retailers alike.

Critigen

Acquisition in 2015
Critigen LLC is a spatial systems integrator that specializes in providing spatial information technology solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with additional offices both domestically and internationally, the company offers a range of consulting services, including migration from Google to Esri, SAP solutions, environmental data management, and geographic information systems. Critigen also supports clients with project and portfolio management, land surveying, aerial mapping, and application development. Its expertise encompasses all components of a geospatial program, from data collection and spatial processing to analytics and mobile solution development. Critigen serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including architecture, engineering, construction, defense, energy, healthcare, and transportation, enabling them to make informed business decisions based on location data.

Topspin Media

Acquisition in 2014
Topspin Media, founded in June 2007, is a provider of marketing software and services tailored for musicians, filmmakers, and other creative professionals. The company develops tools that enable artists to enhance their audience engagement, communicate effectively with fans, and sell music, videos, merchandise, and ticket bundles online. By offering solutions that facilitate meaningful interactions between creators and their audiences, Topspin Media helps musicians, comedians, labels, managers, and filmmakers establish sustainable businesses and strengthen their brands in a competitive landscape.

BandMerch

Acquisition in 2014
BandMerch, LLC is a worldwide merchandise company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in creating, producing, and distributing a diverse array of merchandise for fans of the entertainment industry. Founded in 2000, the company offers a wide range of services including merchandise operations management at venues such as clubs and festivals, as well as e-commerce solutions that facilitate live auctions and digital downloads. BandMerch's product offerings encompass apparel for all ages, accessories, home goods, and various media items. Notably recognized for its commitment to quality design and client service, BandMerch serves a broad clientele across multiple entertainment genres and is dedicated to enhancing the fan experience through innovative merchandise solutions. As a subsidiary of AEG Live, the company leverages extensive networks to distribute merchandise globally, catering to markets in North America, Europe, and beyond.

One Industries

Acquisition in 2013
One Industries is a manufacturer specializing in protective gear and apparel for motocross and mountain biking enthusiasts. The company produces a range of products including helmets, gloves, guards, and graphic kits under its ONE and SixSixOne brands. Known for its high-quality offerings, One Industries has established a reputation for excellence among extreme sports riders globally. The brand caters specifically to the needs of hardcore motocross and downhill bike racing participants, ensuring they have the necessary equipment to perform safely and effectively.

Ritz Camera & Image

Private Equity Round in 2011
Ritz Camera & Image, LLC is a retailer specializing in digital cameras and related accessories, including lenses, lighting products, and audio-visual equipment. Founded in 1918 and headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, the company has established a reputation among media professionals and photography enthusiasts. Ritz Camera & Image operates both physical stores and an online platform, offering a wide selection of products from various brands. However, the company has faced significant financial challenges, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2012, which was later converted to Chapter 7 in January 2013, leading to its liquidation. Despite its legacy as a prominent retail destination for imaging products, Ritz Camera & Image is no longer an active business entity.

Uncle Milton

Acquisition in 2010
Uncle Milton, founded in 1946, specializes in creating, producing, and marketing proprietary and licensed toys that foster imagination and learning. The company is best known for its flagship Ant Farm® brand, introduced in 1956, which has become an iconic toy that captivates families across generations. Uncle Milton has diversified its offerings with innovative brands such as In My Room™, which features interactive light and sound experiences, and Fireworks Lightshow, which provides creative lighting displays. Additionally, the company excels in the science and educational toy market, boasting a portfolio that includes popular licenses such as Star Wars™ Science, National Geographic™, Nat Geo WILD™, and John Deere™. Uncle Milton distributes its products through various retail channels, including mass merchants, specialty toy stores, online platforms, hobby shops, gift shops, and department stores nationwide, making its toys accessible to children aged 0 to 12.

Cinder Block

Acquisition in 2009
Cinder Block is an independent entertainment merchandise and licensing company that specializes in serving the entertainment industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including merchandise design, management, distribution, and e-commerce solutions. Cinder Block effectively manages live event merchandise for over 100 music groups and various other clients, ensuring that their merchandise needs are met with professionalism and expertise. By integrating retail distribution and licensing services, Cinder Block positions itself as a key player in the merchandising landscape, catering to the unique demands of the entertainment sector.

Blue Microphones

Acquisition in 2008
Blue Microphones, founded in 1995 and based in Westlake Village, California, is a designer and manufacturer of high-quality microphones. The company specializes in creating professional-grade USB microphones, accessories, and portable USB microphones for use in professional studios, live performances, and consumer applications. Blue Microphones leverages advanced digital technology to develop front-end recording devices with enhanced features such as extended frequency response, dynamic ranges, and project recording capabilities. This focus on innovation aims to elevate the performance potential of microphones for various audio recording needs.

Sigmatron International

SigmaTron International is an independent provider of electronic manufacturing services (EMS), specializing in printed circuit board assemblies and fully assembled electronic products. The company offers a range of services including automatic and manual assembly, product testing, material sourcing and procurement, as well as manufacturing and test engineering support. Additionally, SigmaTron provides warehousing and distribution services, catering primarily to the industrial electronics, consumer electronics, and medical sciences sectors. The company operates through two key segments: its EMS offerings and its products for the pet technology market. SigmaTron utilizes Exact Macola ES ERP software alongside its proprietary management information system, iSCORE, to efficiently track demand, inventory, work-in-process, and shipments.
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