Peakstone Advises Pet Factory on its Sale to Worldwise, a Portfolio Company of A&M Capital
April, 2022. Peakstone served as exclusive M&A advisor to Pet Factory, Inc. in connection with its sale to Worldwise, Inc., a portfolio company of A&M Capital Partners (“AMCP”), a middle-market private equity investment fund that is part of the A&M Capital platform.Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois, Pet Factory is a leading U.S. producer of high-quality pet chews and …
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Nader Abadi joins Peakstone as Managing Director
April, 2022. Nader Abadi is a Managing Director with Peakstone where he is responsible for transaction origination and execution. Prior to joining Peakstone, Nader was with Bank of Ann Arbor, where he sourced middle market corporate relationships and originated growth and acquisition credit facilities, commercial real estate acquisition and development financing, asset-based lending facilities, and equipment financing. Previously, Nader worked …
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Peakstone Advises EcoKind on its Sale to Primal Pet Group, a Portfolio Company of Kinderhook Industries
April, 2022. Peakstone served as exclusive M&A advisor to EcoKind LLC (“EcoKind” or the “Company”) in connection with its sale to Primal Pet Group, Inc. (“Primal Pet Group” or “Primal”), a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC (“Kinderhook”).EcoKind is a leading provider of dog treats and chews, focused on all-natural premium yak cheese chews. Founded in 2013 and led by …
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Peakstone Advises Mesmerize on its Sale of BriteVision to Vidya Brands Group
April, 2022. Peakstone served as exclusive financial and M&A advisor to Mesmerize Media LLC (“Mesmerize” or the “Company”) in connection with the Company’s sale of BriteVision LLC (“BriteVision“) to Vidya Brands Group (“Vidya” or “VBG”). “Vidya Brands Group is the ideal partner for the next chapter of BriteVision’s growth. VBG has an incredible track record in the packaging business, and we look forward to further success …
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Peakstone & Harrington Brown Advise Vidya Holdings on Real Estate Acquisition
March, 2022. Vidya Holdings, a family of companies focused on premium quality packaging, printing, and converting to middle market firms desiring quality, creativity and speed to market, announced that it has completed the 1031 tax deferred exchange acquisition of a 73,000 square foot retail property. Peakstone and Harrington Brown advised Vidya on the transaction. David Brown, Peakstone Managing Director and …
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Peakstone Advises Leading Industrial Automation Platform on Recapitalization and Add-on Acquisition
March, 2022. Peakstone served as exclusive financial and M&A advisor to RōBEX LLC (“RōBEX” or the “Company”) in connection with the Company’s majority sale to Angeles Equity Partners (“Angeles”) and simultaneous add-on acquisition of Mid-State Engineering, LLC (“Mid-State”).“Angeles represented the ideal partner for our next phase of growth. They understand our vision and offer the resources, expertise, and scale that …
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Peakstone Advises Vidya Brands Group on Acquisition of Seaboard Folding Box Company
March, 2022. Vidya Brands Group, a family of companies focused on premium quality packaging, printing, and converting to middle market firms desiring quality, creativity and speed to market, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Seaboard Folding Box Company. Peakstone was Vidya Brands’ exclusive financial advisor on this transaction.Seaboard Folding Box Company (“Seaboard”) is the premiere provider of folding …
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Peakstone Publishes Industry Reports
March, 2022. Peakstone’s industry reports can be accessed through the links below. We deliver sector knowledge, experience, and relationships to every client. Please contact us for additional information about our services. AutomotiveConsumer & RetailDigital CommerceFood & BeverageHealthcareIndustrials & ManufacturingInfrastructurePackagingTechnology & SoftwareTransportation and Logistics About Peakstone Peakstone is a leading investment bank that specializes in mergers and acquisitions advisory and capital raising …
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Peakstone Advises Vidya Brands Group on Acquisition of Dedicated Converting Group
March, 2022. Vidya Brands Group, a family of companies focused on premium quality folding cartons, packaging, printing, and converting to middle market firms desiring quality, creativity and speed to market, announced that it has completed the acquisition of the business of Dedicated Converting Group (“DCG”). Peakstone was Vidya Brand’s exclusive financial advisor on this transaction. Dedicated Converting Group is a …
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Peakstone Advises Big Red Rooster Flow on Sale to Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway Company
January, 2022. Peakstone served as the exclusive advisor to Big Red Rooster Flow, LLC on its sale to Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway Company (“Marmon”). Big Red Rooster Flow is a leading process management company with resources and technology dedicated specifically to helping retailers manage their customer-facing images and brands. Rob Mead and Brian Wendt founded the company in 2009 and quickly built …
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