Vestar Investors VI

Vestar Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in New York, established in 1988, specializing in management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth equity investments primarily in the middle market. The firm targets investments in a diverse array of sectors, including consumer products and services, healthcare, business services, and technology. It typically seeks to invest in companies with valuations ranging from $100 million to $1 billion, with equity investments between $50 million and $150 million. Vestar has built a reputation for its long-term investment approach and strong partnerships with portfolio management teams. The firm has completed numerous investments valued at over $40 billion, focusing on creating value through transparency and collaboration. With a presence in the U.S. and Europe, Vestar continues to pursue opportunities in various industries, contributing to its status as a prominent player in the private equity landscape.

Norm Alpert

Founding Partner, President and Co-Head of Investments

Norman Alpert

Founding Partner, President and Co-Head of Investments

Carter Altman

Associate

Peter Baumgartner

Managing Director, Vestar Resources

Nikhil Bhat

Managing Director and Co-Head of Investments

Chris Durbin

Managing Director

Hunter Greenhalgh

Associate

Roger Holstein

Managing Director

James Kelley

Founding Partner and Managing Director

Jim Kelley

Founding Partner and Managing Director

Alexa Van Komen

Associate

Kimberly Lu

Vice President

Neil Merchant

Principal

Kevin Mundt

Managing Director

Akshat Nagori

Associate

Jacob Olson

Managing Director, Business and Technology Services Team

Jake Olson

Managing Director

R. Wilson Orr

Principal

Dan O’Connell

Founder and CEO

Grace Phillips

Senior Associate

Caroline Ptacek

Senior Associate

Robert L. Rosner

Founding Partner and Chairman of the Investment Committee

Ian Singleton

Principal

Zachary Skaff

Associate

Brendan Spillane

Managing Director and CFO

Alyssa Stropoli

Vice President

Taro Sumitani

Managing Director

Diya Talwar

Managing Director

Michael Vaupen

Managing Director, Healthcare Team

Alex Veronneau

Vice President

Michael Wong

Associate

Justin Xiong

Associate

Angela Yun

Principal

25 past transactions

360training

Private Equity Round in 2022
360training.com, Inc. specializes in online training and certification across various industries in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company provides comprehensive e-learning solutions, including enterprise compliance and risk management, learning management systems, and custom content services. Its training programs cater to sectors such as environmental health and safety, food and beverage, real estate, insurance, and more. The company offers a diverse range of courses aimed at enhancing business skills, communication, management leadership, and personal development. Additionally, 360training focuses on regulatory-approved training to promote safe and healthy environments in the communities it serves. Among its brands are OSHAcampus, Learn2Serve, and Realtor Campus, which customize online training and certifications for specific industries. The company also has offices in Karachi, Pakistan, and Manila, Philippines.

Friday Health Plans

Private Equity Round in 2022
Friday Health Plans, Inc. is a health insurance provider based in Denver, Colorado, that offers a range of health insurance products including individual plans, group plans, and Medicare plans. The company, which was incorporated in 2015 and originally known as Melody Health Insurance, rebranded in 2017 to reflect its commitment to simplifying the health insurance experience. Friday Health Plans aims to make health insurance more affordable and accessible by focusing on operational efficiency, customer service, and technology. Its products are available through the health insurance marketplace, licensed brokers, and the company's website, catering primarily to individuals and small businesses seeking health coverage.

Stratus

Acquisition in 2021
Provider of brand implementation and facilities services intended to serve end markets, including healthcare, financial services, convenience stores, telecom and other industries. The company offers signage solutions, brand environments, energy services, repair and maintenance programs and refresh and remodel capabilities, thereby helping clients to strengthen their brand image and deepen their connection with their customers.

PetHonesty

Acquisition in 2021
Manufacturer of pet food intended to improve the dog's quality of life and the time people get to spend with them. The company's product offerings include allergy support chews, multivitamins, pure mobility chews and skin health chews, thereby providing customers' pets with essential nutrients and all-natural supplement ingredients to maintain overall health.

Friday Health Plans

Private Equity Round in 2021
Friday Health Plans, Inc. is a health insurance provider based in Denver, Colorado, that offers a range of health insurance products including individual plans, group plans, and Medicare plans. The company, which was incorporated in 2015 and originally known as Melody Health Insurance, rebranded in 2017 to reflect its commitment to simplifying the health insurance experience. Friday Health Plans aims to make health insurance more affordable and accessible by focusing on operational efficiency, customer service, and technology. Its products are available through the health insurance marketplace, licensed brokers, and the company's website, catering primarily to individuals and small businesses seeking health coverage.

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods

Acquisition in 2021
Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods focuses on creating nutritious and tasty plant-based frozen and refrigerated foods. The company produces all-natural items that promote sensible eating, offering a variety of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher options. Its product range includes veggie burgers, home-style pancakes, and breaded fish items, all designed to support customers in adopting healthier eating habits. Through its commitment to quality and health-conscious choices, Dr. Praeger's aims to make nutritious food accessible and appealing to a wide audience.

Simple Mills

Private Equity Round in 2019
Simple Mills, Inc. produces and sells almond flour baking mixes. It offers pumpkin and banana muffins, bread, chocolate chip cookies, chocolate muffins and cakes, pancakes and waffles, pizza dough, and vanilla cake mixes. The company sells its products through wholesalers, retailers, and online stores, as well as online. Simple Mills, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

IRI

Private Equity Round in 2018
IRI International is a market research firm specializing in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. The company provides comprehensive retail market analysis and offers insights into consumer behavior and media exposure. By utilizing predictive analytics, IRI helps clients in the CPG, retail, and over-the-counter healthcare industries identify key trends and opportunities for growth. The firm's approach focuses on delivering actionable insights that enable clients to make informed decisions and enhance their business strategies. Through its expertise, IRI aims to drive significant advancements for its clients by clarifying what matters most in the marketplace.

Nonni's

Acquisition in 2017
Nonni's Foods LLC specializes in the manufacture and marketing of premium biscotti and specialty cookies. The company offers a diverse range of biscotti flavors, including originali, dark chocolate almond, turtle pecan, and salted caramel, alongside a selection of thin cookies such as cranberry almond and double dark chocolate almond. Headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, Nonni's operates four production facilities located in Ferndale, New York; Glendale, Arizona; Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Montreal, Canada. The company is committed to high-quality ingredients, using traditional recipes that feature real eggs, butter, and gourmet bittersweet chocolate, resulting in a light and crunchy texture. As the leading producer of biscotti in the United States, Nonni's holds a prominent position in the market, selling its products through retail stores across North America.

Quest Analytics

Acquisition in 2017
At Quest Analytics, their mission is to provide healthcare network analysis and reporting solutions that meet the ever-changing demands of the industry. As the industry-leader and established standard for network access and adequacy analysis, they offer a full range of software solutions, cloud services, consulting and support services to help you meet your network analysis needs.

Edward Don & Company

Private Equity Round in 2017
Owned and operated by the Don family since 1921, Edward Don & Company is the world’s leading distributor of foodservice equipment and supplies. Headquartered in Woodridge, IL, the company is the chosen supplier to all types of foodservice businesses including independent restaurants, national chains, health care, hospitality, country clubs, schools and universities, government institutions, and foodservice management. DON, with approximately 1,100 employees, operates a nationwide distribution network supported by six full-service distribution centers – in Philadelphia, Ft. Lauderdale, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and Los Angeles – and also owns and operates its own transportation fleet. DON serves national and multi-unit account programs with flexible, customized solutions that meet the needs of both the corporate office and the individual units. DON’s Foodservice Equipment Division offers full service kitchen design, equipment purchasing, and installation.

Mobile Technologies

Acquisition in 2016
For over 36 years MTI has been a global leader in mobile device display technologies, developing solutions that deliver the highest level of merchandising security for consumer electronics and mobile enterprise applications allowing products, sales and service to be the focus, while security operates efficiently in the background. Whether accessing MTI’s Global Services for project deployments and installation services or the full Retail Merchandising and Mobile Enterprise product portfolio, some of the world's most recognized brands and six of the seven largest retailers in the United States utilize MTI's cost-effective yet powerful loss prevention solutions.

YunZhou

Series B in 2016
Zhuhai Yunzhou Intelligence Technology Ltd. manufactures and markets unmanned surface vehicles (USV) for the water monitoring industry. It offers various models of robotic water samplers and inspectors of various size, as well as accessories, such as handheld terminals, base stations, outboard motors, sampling boxes, workboxes, and sampling bottles. The company’s products are used for routine standardized water sampling, emergency water sampling, spatial distribution of water quality factors acquisition, Lake Floor topographic surveying, pollution source tracking, lake and costal water studies, and prediction of algae bloom. It offers its products through dealers worldwide.

Veritas Collaborative

Venture Round in 2015
Veritas Collaborative, LLC is a specialty hospital system dedicated to the treatment of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the organization operates multiple facilities across Georgia, Virginia, and North Carolina. Veritas Collaborative provides a range of treatment options for both children and adults, including inpatient care, acute residential programs, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient services. The staff consists of a multidisciplinary team of doctors, psychotherapists, nurses, and educators who are committed to supporting patients and their families throughout the recovery process. Through its comprehensive approach, Veritas Collaborative aims to create a collaborative community that fosters hope and healing for individuals affected by eating disorders.

Woodstream

Acquisition in 2015
Woodstream manufactures and markets a diverse range of consumer products. The company claims ownership of over 2000 products going to market as recognizable brands such as Victor, Zareba, Perky Pet, Safer, and more. Woodstream is based in Lititz, Pennsylvania.

Bhakti

Series A in 2015
Bhakti, Inc. specializes in the production of chai concentrates, iced chai beverages, dry tea products, and ready-to-drink items. Founded in 2002 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company markets its products to customers through shops, retailers, and online platforms across the United States. Bhakti emphasizes the use of fresh and sustainably sourced ingredients, including Fair Trade, Non-GMO, and Organic components, ensuring an authentic flavor profile in each product. Its iced chai offerings come in six varieties, and concentrate products are available in various sizes, catering to a diverse consumer base. The company prides itself on maintaining high-quality standards, utilizing real ginger, black tea, and spices, and providing options that can be paired with both dairy and non-dairy milk. Bhakti operates under B Corp business practices, focusing on social and environmental responsibility alongside its commercial goals.
Institutional Shareholder Services is a provider of corporate governance solutions aimed at asset owners, hedge funds, asset service providers, and public issuers. The company offers a range of services that include objective governance research and recommendations, analytics, and advisory support. Additionally, ISS provides end-to-end proxy voting and distribution systems, as well as turnkey management for securities class-action claims. Clients rely on ISS for reliable global governance data and modeling tools, which help them assess governance risks and manage their proxy voting needs effectively on a global scale. Through these services, Institutional Shareholder Services enables its clients to make informed decisions regarding corporate governance and responsible investment.

Healthgrades

Acquisition in 2010
Healthgrades, based in Denver, Colorado, serves as a leading online resource for detailed information about healthcare providers, including physicians and hospitals. It attracts over one million daily users who seek to search, compare, and connect with healthcare professionals based on critical factors such as experience, hospital quality, and patient satisfaction. As an independent healthcare rating organization, Healthgrades provides quality ratings, profiles, and cost information about hospitals, physicians, nursing homes, and prescription drugs. This comprehensive data empowers consumers to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare options, focusing on the quality of care and overall patient experience.

MediMedia

Acquisition in 2006
MediMedia is a full-service media firm based in Yardley, Pennsylvania, specializing in scientific and medical communications. The company provides strategic development services to biotech and pharmaceutical companies, focusing on the creation and distribution of health information and educational materials. MediMedia publishes, distributes, and syndicates health information both online and offline, aiming to empower consumers to make informed health decisions. Its services cater to a diverse range of sponsors, including healthcare providers, payers, and media companies, thereby enhancing communication within the healthcare sector. As of 2015, MediMedia operates as a subsidiary of ICON Public Limited Company.

Fiorucci Foods

Acquisition in 2005
Fiorucci Foods, founded in 1850, has evolved from a small craft workshop into a prominent Italian company specializing in cured meats and other gourmet food products. Headquartered in Pomezia, Italy, the company operates eight production facilities, with seven located in Italy and one in the United States, and employs around 1,200 people. Fiorucci Foods markets over 600 products, including various types of prosciutto, bacon, dried salt beef, cheeses, and specialty food items. The company targets the premium sector, selling its products in over 40 countries through retail and foodservice channels. It markets its offerings under the Fiorucci brand as well as other brand names such as Fiordicotto, Suprema, Suillo, Norcinetto, and Rostello.

Wilton Re

Private Equity Round in 2004
Wilton Re is a provider of life insurance, reinsurance, and risk capital services, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut. The company specializes in the acquisition and management of blocks of in-force life insurance and annuities, offering a range of services including traditional reinsurance, longevity risk management, and middle-market products. In addition to its reinsurance capabilities, Wilton Re assists life insurance clients with product development, underwriting, and new business strategies, making it a key player in the life insurance sector.

Essent Healthcare

Venture Round in 2004
Essent Healthcare, Inc. is a healthcare provider that owns and operates a network of hospitals across the United States, focusing primarily on delivering essential medical services to rural and suburban communities. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, the company has expanded its presence with additional locations in Haverhill and Ayer, Massachusetts; Paris, Texas; Sharon, Connecticut; and Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. Through its network, Essent Healthcare aims to address the healthcare needs of residents in areas that may otherwise face challenges accessing quality medical care.

PETRONAS Lubricants Italy

Acquisition in 2003
PETRONAS Lubricants Italy was the largest independent blender and distributor of automotive lubricants in Europe and South America.

Sab Wabco

Acquisition in 2002
Sab Wabco specialized in the design, manufacture and marketing of brake systems, wheels and couplings for the railway industry. Founded in 1990, Sab Wabco was based in Malmo, Sweden, with additional offices in France, Italy, Germany and the U.K. The company also had production facilities in Brazil, South Korea and India.

Sheridan Healthcare

Acquisition in 1999
Sheridan Healthcare Inc. is a leading provider of multi-specialty outsourced physician services to hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers and other healthcare facilities, primarily in the areas of anesthesiology, children’s services emergency medicine, and radiology. Sheridan, its subsidiaries and affiliates currently operate in 25 states and employ more than 2,400 physicians and other healthcare professionals. Sheridan’s anesthesiology division, established in 1953, is the leading anesthesia services provider in the country. In addition to the physician and allied health services, Sheridan also provides support, training and management in non-clinical areas. Sheridan is recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a certified physician organization.
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