Blue Point Capital Partners

Blue Point is pleased to announce the recapitalization of Pinnacle MEP Holdings, an HVAC and plumbing services provider with operations throughout the Midwest. “Blue Point’s impressive track record of transforming companies with similar business models coupled with a legacy of partnering with family- and founder-owned businesses and our synonymous cultural alignment made them a standout partner of choice,” said Pinnacle Co-Founder and CEO Andrew Reed. “Blue Point’s approach resonated with us as we both pursue partnerships with market leaders in areas where relationships are critical. We look forward to expanding our operations with their support.” Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gfPwCWVB #HVAC #privateequity Evan Cottington Megan Kneipp Note: Certain statements about Blue Point Capital Partners made by portfolio company executives herein are intended to illustrate Blue Point Capital Partners’ business relationship with such persons, including with respect to Blue Point Capital Partners’ facilities as a business partner, rather than Blue Point Capital Partners’ capabilities or expertise with respect to investment advisory services. Portfolio company executives were not compensated in connection with their participation, although they generally receive compensation and investment opportunities in connection with their portfolio company roles, and in certain cases are also owners of portfolio company securities and/or investors in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles.

We’re excited to share that Blue Point has been named a finalist in six categories for The M&A Advisor’s 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards! Blue Point is recognized among 450 participating companies and will be evaluated by an independent panel of industry peers. The winners will be announced during the upcoming 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit in November. “These exceptional individuals and firms have truly set themselves apart from a remarkable pool of candidates,” stated Roger Aguinaldo, Founder and CEO of The M&A Advisor. “Given the challenges and volatility in the M&A landscape over the past few years, we are proud to recognize the top transactions, firms, and professionals who exemplify the highest standards of excellence in their field.” We're honored to be among such esteemed finalists — kudos to our team for being recognized for all your hard work! #PrivateEquity #MergersandAcquisitions #Awards

Blue Point is excited to introduce our newest additions to the team! Sean Murphy joins us as an Associate in the Cleveland office. He was most recently with Baird, following his service as a submarine officer in the U.S. Navy. He earned a B.S. in Ocean Engineering from the United States Naval Academy then traded in his sea legs to earn an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, concentrating in Finance, Accounting and Entrepreneurship. Outside of work, Sean is sinking birdies on the golf course, diving into fantasy novels and spending time with his wife and dog. Scott Stone joins Blue Point as an Associate in the Charlotte office. Previously, Scott was an Investment Banking Senior Associate at KPMG Corporate Finance. Before KPMG, he was a Senior Associate in Transaction Advisory at RSM and an Assurance Associate at EY. He graduated from the University at Buffalo with an M.S. and B.S. in Accounting. When he’s not crunching numbers, Scott is either savoring an IPA, enjoying some Carolina barbecue, exploring new cities or perfecting his golf swing. Let’s give Sean and Scott a warm welcome! Learn more about the Blue Point team here: https://lnkd.in/gst_jGSF #GrowingTeam #NewHires #PrivateEquity

Blue Point portfolio company Sylvan, Inc. has announced its expansion into Phoenix, Arizona, marking a key milestone in its strategic growth across North America. This opportunity is well-aligned to support the thriving silicon and chip manufacturing sector as well as the strong overall growth in manufacturing in the region. Since partnering with Blue Point in 2018, Sylvan has continued to focus on operational enhancements, geographic expansion and strategic M&A. Congrats to the Sylvan team on this achievement — it’s exciting to see your continued success and growth. Here’s to many more milestones ahead! #PrivateEquity #Investment #Expansion

Blue Point Partner Jon Pressnell is gearing up for a productive session at the Great Lakes ACG Capital Connection Conference on September 4th. Don’t miss the chance to gain valuable insights from the Cyber Security & IT Trends in Private Equity panel, where risk management topics including funding, operations, acquisitions and exits, the macro market, regulatory and compliance considerations and investor hold periods will be discussed. If you’re attending the conference and want to connect with Jon or delve deeper into these topics, please feel free to reach out to him at jpressnell@bluepointcapital.com. #PrivateEquity #MergersandAcquisitions #ACG

Blue Point portfolio company Stax - a global strategy consulting firm was recently named one of The Consulting Report’s Top 50 Firms of 2024. The Consulting Report recognizes firms that consistently provide clients with exceptional consulting services. From advising on digital transformation and operational efficiency to navigating regulatory complexities and fostering sustainable practices, these firms have demonstrated a proven track record of delivering outstanding consulting services that make an impact in a rapidly evolving global landscape. We proudly congratulate the Stax team on this well-deserved recognition. Here's to many more milestones and achievements ahead! #PrivateEquity #Consulting

Less than two months after Blue Point’s acquisition of National Safety Apparel, Tri-Star Glove (TSG), a manufacturer of personal protective apparel, primarily serving the automotive, foundry, fabrication and glass end-markets, joins the platform. Founded in 2000 by industry veterans Rod Townsend and Eric Moll, TSG provides consistent, high-quality and sustainably designed products with comprehensive safety apparel expertise. The hand protection market boasts the highest year-over-year growth compared to other adjacent safety segments, making this an ideal fit for NSA’s expansion. “NSA is a market leader and acquirer of choice in the safety solutions space,” shared Tri-Star Glove President Rod Townsend. “Eric and I are proud to be joining NSA’s portfolio of companies with Blue Point’s support, as we sincerely feel this team will honor our combined 93 years of industry experience with a commitment to advancing Tri-Star's business and its employees.” Read more about the partnership here: https://lnkd.in/eTcVuAJs #manufacturing #privateequity Note: Certain statements about Blue Point Capital Partners made by portfolio company executives herein are intended to illustrate Blue Point Capital Partners’ business relationship with such persons, including with respect to Blue Point Capital Partners’ facilities as a business partner, rather than Blue Point Capital Partners’ capabilities or expertise with respect to investment advisory services. Portfolio company executives were not compensated in connection with their participation, although they generally receive compensation and investment opportunities in connection with their portfolio company roles, and in certain cases are also owners of portfolio company securities and/or investors in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles

Blue Point and National Safety Apparel (NSA) are proud to announce the acquisition of Tri-Star Glove (TSG), a manufacturer of personal protective apparel, primarily serving the automotive, foundry, fabrication and glass end-markets. TSG is NSA’s 14th acquisition since 2012 and the first investment since partnering with Blue Point less than two months ago. “Tri-Star has developed a reputation for manufacturing outstanding personal protective apparel that spans a variety of project types and serves a diverse group of customers,” said NSA CEO Chuck Grossman. “Through this partnership, we will continue providing premium PPE products to our customers, leveraging our combined experience and industry knowledge.” Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eTcVuAJs NSA is actively seeking additional partnerships with like-minded founders and owners of PPE manufacturing businesses. Business owners interested in learning more may contact Blue Point Managing Director, Business Development Megan Kneipp. #manufacturing #privateequity Jon Pressnell Note: Certain statements about Blue Point Capital Partners made by portfolio company executives herein are intended to illustrate Blue Point Capital Partners’ business relationship with such persons, including with respect to Blue Point Capital Partners’ facilities as a business partner, rather than Blue Point Capital Partners’ capabilities or expertise with respect to investment advisory services. Portfolio company executives were not compensated in connection with their participation, although they generally receive compensation and investment opportunities in connection with their portfolio company roles, and in certain cases are also owners of portfolio company securities and/or investors in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles.

Congratulations to Blue Point portfolio company Transtar Industries’ acquisition of Arch Auto Parts for winning USA PE Add-On Deal of the Year at this year’s M&A Mid-Market Atlas Awards. And it keeps getting better. Our Managing Director, Business Development Megan Kneipp has been selected as a Top USA Woman Dealmaker! Global M&A Network, LLC's M&A Atlas Awards honor “the best value-creating deals, outstanding firms and legendary leaders-dealmakers from the North and South Americas corporate, investor and transactional communities.” Winners were selected based on deal criteria, experience and expertise, and announced at the June 24th ceremony. We are honored to be included alongside a world-class list of winners and incredibly proud of Megan for all her accomplishments. Please join us in celebrating Megan and the Blue Point and Transtar teams! #PrivateEquity #Awards #MergersandAquisitions #AddOnDealoftheYear #WomanDealmakerAward The awards and designations presented are the opinion of the respective parties conferring the award or designation and not of Blue Point Capital Partners. No such person conferring any of the listed award(s) or designation(s) is affiliated with Blue Point Capital Partners or is an investor in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles.

Last week, we announced the addition of PPi Automotive, an automotive parts wholesale distributor, to the Transtar Industries platform. PPi was founded in 1974 and provides premier aftermarket auto parts to professional installers, repair shops and dealerships in the greater Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. PPi joins Transtar as part of NexaMotion Group, a family of industry-leading automotive aftermarket brands. Transtar is continuously seeking well-aligned acquisitions for the platform — business owners interested in learning more may contact Blue Point Managing Director, Business Development Megan Kneipp at mkneipp@bluepointcapital.com. Read more about the acquisition here: https://lnkd.in/ekqFZ9sm #automotive #automotiveindustry #privateequity #acquisition Brian Castleberry Megan Kneipp Note: Certain statements about Blue Point Capital Partners made by portfolio company executives herein are intended to illustrate Blue Point Capital Partners’ business relationship with such persons, including with respect to Blue Point Capital Partners’ facilities as a business partner, rather than Blue Point Capital Partners’ capabilities or expertise with respect to investment advisory services. Portfolio company executives were not compensated in connection with their participation, although they generally receive compensation and investment opportunities in connection with their portfolio company roles, and in certain cases are also owners of portfolio company securities and/or investors in Blue Point Capital Partners-sponsored vehicles.