Evolution Capital Partners Invests in The American Eagle Mortgage…

  • September 1, 2009September 24, 2021
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Evolution Capital Partners (“Evolution”), a Cleveland, Ohio-based private equity firm has made an equity investment in The American Eagle Mortgage Corp (“AEM”). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

EdgePoint Capital (www.edgepoint.com) initiated the transaction, led the negotiations and acted as exclusive financial advisor to The American Eagle Mortgage Corp. EdgePoint, a member of FINRA and SIPC, is a leading investment banking firm focused on advising middle market businesses on merger and acquisition transactions.

American Eagle Mortgage (www.aemc.cc), founded in 2000, is a leading mortgage lender in Ohio, Kentucky and Florida. AEM specializes in providing FHA and VA lending solutions for new home buyers. AEM has offices in Ohio, Kentucky and Florida. John Schrenkel, President of AEM, said “EdgePoint did an outstanding job understanding the needs of the shareholders as well as those of the business. Their diligence, expertise and access were crucial to the successful completion of this transaction. The partnership with Evolution was the ideal fit for us and will be a great catalyst in accelerating our growth plans.”

Evolution Capital Partners (www.evolutioncp.com) is a committed private equity fund that partners with management to sponsor buyouts of closely-held businesses. Evolution is located in Cleveland, Ohio.

Remember Me Yearbooks has sold to District Photo, Inc.

  • September 1, 2009August 2, 2021
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Remember Me (a division of Kreber Graphics, Inc.) has been acquired by District Photo, Inc. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. EdgePoint Capital initiated the transaction, led the negotiations, and served as exclusive financial advisor to Kreber Graphics, Inc.

Remember Me is a niche publisher of high-quality digital and full-color school yearbooks to the kindergarten through 8th grade age bracket in schools throughout the United States and portions of Canada. The Company provides project management support throughout the creation process and upon completion of the book, prints, binds, packages and ships the yearbooks to each school.

District Photo is the largest direct-to-consumer photo fulfillment operation in the world. District Photo is headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland.

EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Alloy Bellows has completed a Management Buyout

  • August 1, 2009August 31, 2021
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Alloy Bellows & Precision Welding, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio has completed a management buyout of the majority partners, in which its President, Michael Canty, acquired 100% ownership of the company.

Alloy Bellows, founded in 1935, supplies customers around the world with metal bellows, bellows assemblies, thin-wall seam-welded tubing, welding, soldering, brazing and non-destructive testing services. Dedication to providing first-rate products and services on-time and on-budget has enabled the company to become a leading supplier to both large and small customers.

Michael Canty joined Alloy Bellows in 2006 as President and a significant minority owner. “This latest transition in ownership sets the stage for the next phase of growth, and creates opportunity for our excellent team of managers and key employees”, said Canty.

EdgePoint Capital Advisors of Beachwood, Ohio, served as financial advisor to Michael Canty throughout the process, and arranged the financing. “EdgePoint was excellent to work with – they valued the business, tailored a financial structure that minimized my equity needs, obtained the financing and quarterbacked the process. I obtained better value with less risk”, said Canty. EdgePoint, a member of FINRA and SIPC, is a leading investment banking firm that advises owners of middle market businesses on mergers, acquisitions and other strategic transactions.

Superior Products Acquires Macro Technologies

  • August 1, 2009January 24, 2022
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Superior Products, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio has acquired Macro Technologies, Inc. of Kirkland, Washington. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Macro Technologies, founded in 1974, manufactures proprietary quick connects, relief valves, stainless hoses, and shutoff valves for compressed and cryogenic gases used in home medical, transportation, and industrial markets. Their products operate in extremes of temperatures, pressures, and accuracy, and are also used in the emerging LNG and CNG markets including alternative fueling.

Privately owned Superior Products, Inc., founded in 1946, designs and manufactures a complete line of compressed gas fittings, assemblies, and gas management systems for customers in the welding, medical, beverage, and specialty gas industries throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe. CEO Don Mottinger noted that with the acquisition of Macro, 70% of Superior Products’ revenue now comes from selling into the medical market, and strong synergies result from the two companies’ complementary strengths.

EdgePoint Capital Advisors of Beachwood, Ohio, served as acquisition advisor to Superior Products throughout this transaction and arranged the acquisition financing. “EdgePoint did an excellent job for us throughout the process, designing a creative financial structure and obtaining the financing, as well as advising us on each step as the transaction moved along. I wouldn’t want to have done it without them”, said Mottinger. EdgePoint, a member of FINRA and SIPC, is a leading investment banking firm that advises owners of middle market businesses on merger and acquisition transactions.

The transaction provided liquidity to Superior’s owners

Our clients say…

Don Mottinger

Former CEO

Superior Products, LLC

“We’ve worked with EdgePoint since 2008, when they helped us acquire Macro Technologies of Kirkland, Washington by creatively structuring and sourcing multi-layer financing. Macro made our company much larger and more valuable, and EdgePoint continued to help us prepare for an eventual sale. When we began the sale process, they were hands-on with every key aspect of the deal, including finding motivated buyers and getting things back on track several times. They used buyer competition to negotiate a higher price and better terms. It was great to have EdgePoint on our team.”

Crestwood Management has acquired Corporate Collection Services & Call…

  • February 1, 2009August 2, 2021
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Crestwood Management has acquired Corporate Collections Services, Inc. and Call Center Resources, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

EdgePoint Capital initiated the transaction, led the negotiations, and served as exclusive financial advisor to Corporate Collection Services, Inc. and Call Center Resources, Inc. EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing lower and middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Founded in 1974, Corporate Collection Services and Call Center Resources, based in Beachwood, Ohio, provides third-party accounts receivable collections and accounts receivable management solutions. The company also provides corporations with the outsourcing of custom call center services including first-party inbound and outbound telesales, customer acquisition, order processing, help-desk servicing, satisfaction surveying, and other customer support services.

Crestwood Management is a consumer finance company focused in providing under-banked and credit-challenged individuals with financial services including cashless check cashing, multifunctional debt cards, and consumer-friendly installment loans. The Company operates 123 stores in nine states and the District of Columbia.

MCF Industries, Inc. has sold to a Private Investor

  • January 26, 2009August 31, 2021
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A private investor has acquired MCF Industries, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

EdgePoint Capital initiated the transaction, led the negotiations, and served as the exclusive financial advisor to MCF Industries. EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing lower and middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Started in 1980, MCF Industries is a certified ISO 9001-2000 provider and manufacturer of axles and other related precision-machined components for use in off-highway vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), golf carts, and turf mowers. Additional machined components are manufactured for use in industries such as heavy construction equipment, hydraulics, and automobiles. The company is based in Bellville, Ohio.

The Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center has successfully completed a…

  • January 1, 2009September 9, 2021
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The Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers has successfully obtained financing. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. EdgePoint Capital identified financing sources, led the negotiations, and served as the exclusive financial advisor to the Company.

The Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers is a chain of clinics throughout the U.S. that specialize in CFS/FMS. The Company helps patients find physicians trained in treating these illnesses.

EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Carnegie Body Co. has divested its parts business to…

  • December 1, 2008August 2, 2021
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EdgePoint arranged financing and served as exclusive financial advisor to The Carnegie Body Company. EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing lower and middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Founded in 1922, Carnegie Body Company has evolved into one of Ohio’s largest medium- and heavy-duty truck equipment distributors. The company is based in Brookpark, Ohio, and currently serves a wide variety of industries, including construction, landscaping, municipalities, dealerships, fire and rescue, and logistics.

Warehouse Cabinets has sold to Babin Building Solutions

  • December 1, 2008March 22, 2023
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Babin Building Solutions has acquired Warehouse Cabinets, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

EdgePoint Capital initiated the transaction, led the negotiations and served as exclusive financial advisor to Warehouse Cabinets, Inc. EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on providing lower and middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Founded in 1989, Warehouse Cabinets is a leading distributor of kitchen cabinets and appliances. The company serves the home remodeling and new home construction markets out of its design and selection center in Broadview Heights, Ohio.

Founded in 1916 and headquartered in Bedford Heights, Ohio, Babin Building Solutions provides commercial and residential customers with a one-stop resource for quality building products.

Tank Services Company & Midwest Tank Services has sold…

  • December 1, 2008November 30, 2023
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Stonewood Capital has acquired Tank Services Co. and Midwest Tank Services, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

EdgePoint Capital (www.edgepoint.com) initiated the transaction, led the negotiations and acted as exclusive financial advisor to Tank Services. EdgePoint is a leading investment banking firm focused on advising lower and middle market business owners with merger and acquisition advisory services.

Founded in 1972, Tank and Midwest are known for their expertise in corrosion control and cathodic protection services. The Company provides corrosion protection to items such as tanks, structural steel, poles, piping, heat exchangers, buildings, cranes, equipment, floors, vaults, sumps, pipelines, compressors, and tank batteries. The companies are based in Canton, Ohio.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA., Stonewood Capital Management, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based private equity firm seeking investment opportunities primarily with manufacturing, assembly, or distribution companies with sales from $5 to $60 million.