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Middleground Capital Announces Acquisition Of Hlc

Sep 20, 2022•almost 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

MiddleGround Capital

Acquired Company

HLC

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Description

MiddleGround Capital, an operationally focused private equity firm that makes control investments in North American middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies, today announced it has acquired HLC, Inc. (“HLC”), a leading distributor of bicycle parts and accessories. HLC’s President, Pat McGinnis, will continue to oversee day-to-day operations and its distribution centers across North America.

Company Information

Company

MiddleGround Capital

About

MiddleGround Capital is a private equity firm based in Lexington, KY with over $2.0 billion of Assets Under Management. MiddleGround makes control equity investments in lower middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution businesses. MiddleGround works with its portfolio companies to create value through a hands-on operational approach and partners with its management teams to support long-term growth strategies. For more information, please visit: www.middlegroundcapital.com.

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