Windjammer Capital Investors

Windjammer Capital Investors is a private equity firm based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 1990. The firm specializes in investing in middle-market businesses across various sectors, including niche manufacturing, business services, value-added distribution, healthcare, and consumer and food industries. Windjammer acts as a control investor, providing equity, minority equity, and subordinated debt in partnership with management teams. It focuses on companies with strong market positions, differentiated products and services, capable management, scalable business models, identifiable growth opportunities, and consistent financial performance. Windjammer has successfully completed over 45 transactions and has raised four institutional funds totaling over $2 billion in capital, with its latest fund currently investing. The firm seeks investments ranging from $30 million to $140 million in companies that generate more than $10 million in operating earnings.

Matt Anderson

Managing Director

Will Carter

Vice President

Bronwyn Davies

Associate

Matt Dickman

Associate

Brandon Edlefsen

Operating Director

Trent Hegseth

Vice President

Lawrence Hu

Senior Associate

Erik Johnson

Operating Director

Costa Littas

Managing Principal, Co-Founder

Craig Majernik

Managing Director

Peter McGah

Principal

Jeffrey Miehe

Managing Principal

Ryan Pertz

Managing Director

Dhruv Shah

Associate

Zach Stein

Associate

JT Townsend

Operating Director

Mike Wattles

Senior Analyst

Stephan Wenkel

Associate

16 past transactions

Bio X Cell

Acquisition in 2023
Bio X Cell offers low endotoxin antibodies that are free of preservatives and stabilizers that target both well-known and new antigens in large numbers for in vivo pre-clinical testing. Invivo research, cancer research, immunology research, immune checkpoint, monoclonal antibody, neurology, preclinical research, and bespoke antibody manufacture are among their specialties.

Fecon

Acquisition in 2022
Fecon, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Lebanon, Ohio, specializing in heavy-duty forestry mulching equipment and related accessories. Established in 1992, the company produces a range of products including forestry mulchers, track carriers, brush cutting attachments, and biomass harvesting machines. Fecon's offerings also encompass various forestry attachments such as tree shears, stump grinders, and soil hogs, as well as used equipment. Its products are designed for multiple applications, including biomass harvesting, land clearing, vegetation management, wildfire prevention, and wildlife habitat restoration. The company serves a variety of markets, including right-of-way maintenance and invasive species management, distributing its equipment through a network of dealers.

Paragon

Acquisition in 2021
Paragon has been providing an unmatched level of commitment to tackling the nuclear industry’s most difficult challenges. Dedicated to quality, safety, and reliability, Paragon takes pride in delivering premium products to our clients by utilizing our superior technical expertise, advanced technology, and ongoing devotion to customer satisfaction.

Compex Legal Services

Acquisition in 2020
Compex Legal Services, Inc. is a provider of litigation and discovery support services, specializing in record retrieval, deposition reporting, medical record summarization, and multi-plaintiff litigation. Established in 1972 and headquartered in Torrance, California, the company operates additional offices across several states, including New Jersey, Illinois, Washington, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Florida. Compex also offers technology solutions, such as TruSummary, designed to streamline the process of organizing and summarizing records. Their services target the legal and insurance sectors, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in handling medical records and litigation processes. As a privately held corporation backed by prominent venture capital firms, Compex Legal Services generates a substantial annual revenue.

Hilco Vision

Acquisition in 2019
Hilco Vision is a global eyewear and eye care company that provides comprehensive solutions to customers across multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Australia, China, and the Netherlands. The company specializes in supplying eyewear replacement parts, such as nose pads and screws, as well as optical-related consumer products like lens cleaning and care items. Additionally, Hilco Vision offers a variety of eyewear options, including sun clips, sports goggles, and safety glasses. Through its innovative products and programs, the company aims to enhance customer experiences and support business growth in the eyewear sector.

Hermetic Solutions Group

Acquisition in 2019
Hermetic Solutions Group is a leading designer and manufacturer of specialized hermetic packaging components tailored for mission-critical applications. The company provides a range of products, including hermetic packages, connectors, lids, and thermal management spreaders, all engineered to endure extreme environments. By focusing on harsh environment microelectronics, Hermetic Solutions serves various industries, including defense, optical networking, industrial, and medical sectors, ensuring that businesses can effectively protect their electronics under challenging conditions.

Rowmark

Acquisition in 2018
Rowmark is a manufacturer and distributor of extruded plastic sheets and accessories, primarily serving the engraving, signage, and awards markets. As a leading supplier in the industry, Rowmark offers a wide range of engravable sheet plastics through its well-recognized brands. Additionally, the company's Premier Material Concepts division specializes in custom and decorative thermoforming sheets, catering to various end markets and applications. With a focus on production, customization, and engraving technologies, Rowmark provides innovative solutions tailored to the needs of its customers.

Vital Records Control

Acquisition in 2017
Vital Records Control (VRC) is a prominent provider of records and information management solutions in the United States, with over 35 years of experience in the industry. The company specializes in helping clients effectively manage both physical and digital information assets to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize risks. VRC offers a comprehensive range of services, including offsite records storage, document scanning, enterprise content management, and secure shredding. By automating workflows and digitizing assets, VRC enables clients to streamline their information lifecycle management while ensuring the secure storage of digital files in the cloud. This integrated approach allows organizations to efficiently handle their records and improve overall productivity.

Advanced Instruments

Acquisition in 2016
Advanced Instruments, Inc., founded in 1955 and headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, specializes in the manufacture and distribution of scientific and analytical instruments for various laboratory sectors, including clinical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, microbiology, and food and dairy. The company is known for its freezing point osmometers, which are essential in clinical and biopharmaceutical applications, as well as for neonatal bilirubin analysis and other critical laboratory functions. Advanced Instruments also provides equipment for microbiological analysis, such as anaerobic culturing systems and tools for detecting water in milk, pasteurization testing, and somatic cell counting. Additionally, the company offers automated microbiology systems, including colony counters and sample preparation tools, supporting research and quality assurance in diverse laboratory environments. Its products are sold through a network of dealers and distributors, ensuring a broad reach in the marketplace.

Mission Critical Electronics

Acquisition in 2016
Mission Critical Electronics Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in industrial electronic and electrical applications, emphasizing durability, reliability, and performance in challenging environments. The company offers a range of power conversion, battery charging, and battery products under various well-respected brand names. Its diverse clientele includes specialty vehicles, commercial marine vessels, mega yachts, railroad passenger cars, wireless networks, emergency vehicles, and the telecommunications sector. By focusing on critical system applications, Mission Critical Electronics provides high-quality products tailored to meet the demands of its markets.

Mission Critical Electronics

Debt Financing in 2016
Mission Critical Electronics Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in industrial electronic and electrical applications, emphasizing durability, reliability, and performance in challenging environments. The company offers a range of power conversion, battery charging, and battery products under various well-respected brand names. Its diverse clientele includes specialty vehicles, commercial marine vessels, mega yachts, railroad passenger cars, wireless networks, emergency vehicles, and the telecommunications sector. By focusing on critical system applications, Mission Critical Electronics provides high-quality products tailored to meet the demands of its markets.

Heritage Parts

Acquisition in 2015
Heritage Parts is a distributor specializing in original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement and repair parts for commercial kitchen equipment. The company focuses on providing essential components that ensure the efficient operation of various kitchen appliances used in the food service industry. In addition to its core business of distributing replacement parts, Heritage Parts also offers aftermarket services, enhancing its support for customers in maintaining and repairing their kitchen equipment.

Flinn Scientific

Private Equity Round in 2014
Flinn Scientific is a leading supplier of science education products, catering to K-12 and higher education markets. The company specializes in providing a wide range of laboratory supplies, instructional tools, and educational kits designed for chemistry and biology teaching. Their offerings include essential lab equipment such as stirrers and microscopes, as well as various laboratory chemicals, ensuring that educators have the resources necessary to enhance hands-on learning experiences. Additionally, Flinn Scientific develops interactive course content and research-based STEM modules that align with educational standards, thereby supporting science education through innovative and practical solutions.

Engineered Controls

Acquisition in 2013
Engineered Controls is an electronic manufacturing company offering new construction and system integration services.

Caplugs

Acquisition in 2011
Caplugs, established in 1948 in Buffalo, New York, is a prominent manufacturer of injection-molded plastic and vinyl protection products. With a focus on serving the automotive, medical, electronics, and aviation industries, Caplugs provides a diverse range of solutions including caps, plugs, tubing, containers, edge liners, fasteners, and netting. The company became even more competitive in 2003 when it merged with Niagara Caps & Plugs, creating a leading entity in the product protection sector. Further expanding its global footprint, Caplugs acquired an injection molding operation in Shanghai, China, in 2008. Today, the company operates comprehensive manufacturing, administrative, and distribution facilities in Buffalo, Erie, Los Angeles, and Shanghai, positioning itself as a key player in product protection solutions.

BBB Industries

Acquisition in 2007
BBB Industries, LLC, based in Mobile, Alabama, is a leading manufacturer and distributor serving the North American vehicle aftermarket. Specializing in non-discretionary and application-specific aftermarket replacement parts, the company primarily offers remanufactured starters, alternators, brake calipers, and power steering products for a wide range of domestic and imported vehicles, including light and heavy-duty trucks. Established in 1987 by brothers Jeffrey and Bruce Bigler, BBB has built a reputation as a reliable supplier, particularly in the "Do-It-For-Me" segment, catering to professional installers who dominate purchasing decisions. The company boasts over 11,000 unique application-specific SKUs, ensuring comprehensive product availability. Its network of nine distribution centers enables BBB to fulfill orders across North America within 24 hours. BBB is recognized for its exceptional attention to detail and quality, which guarantees high-performance and durable products, complemented by outstanding customer and technical service.
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