In February 2019, we invested in Accelerant, a vertically-integrated insurance company focused on partnering with managing general agencies who serve the UK and EU small / medium-sized enterprise (SME) market. Accelerant has received an A- rating from AM Best.
In June 2018, we invested in Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, the leading dine-in movie theater chain in the US. Founded in 1997, the company is headquartered in Austin, Texas and is an operator and franchisor of over 40 locations across the country and launched its own streaming service in 2020.
In January 2019, we acquired Amplity Health (fka Publicis Health Solutions), a leading pharmaceutical contract commercial services organization, from Publicis Groupe. Amplity Health provides customized, live channel healthcare sales, service and clinical solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and diagnostics companies and offers these services through a range of brands including Publicis Touchpoint Solutions, PDI, Tardis Medical, Phrequency and CustomPoint Recruiting.
In January 2020, Amplity acquired RealHealthData, a pharmaceutical data services provider specializing in providing patient and provider insights.
In July 2023, we invested in Augment Risk, a global specialist capital solutions and reinsurance brokerage intermediary, which designs and places protections for P&C insurance companies and managing general agent (MGA) clients.
In September 2018, we acquired the assets of The Bayou Companies, a leading pipeline coatings and insulation provider for the offshore and onshore oil and gas industry based in New Iberia, Louisiana. Founded in 1942, Bayou was a carveout from Aegion Corporation (AEGN), a global energy and infrastructure company that acquired the business in 2009.
In February 2024, we invested in Big Top, a market-leading designer and manufacturer of semi-permanent fabric structures. Founded in 1979, the company is headquartered in Perry, Florida, and sells to commercial, industrial, and military customers.
In February 2022, we made an investment in Bishop Lifting Products, a market-leading, value-added distributor of lifting products and solutions. Bishop is one of the largest providers of wire rope, slings, rigging, and related products and services in the United States.
In May 2011, we acquired Byrider, the Indianapolis-based leading used car sales and finance business consisting of over 140 franchised and company-owned dealerships in over 30 states. To date, the business has sold more than 1.2 million cars.
In February 2015, we acquired Cotton Patch Cafe, a scratch-made Southern food restaurant concept with over 50 locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Founded in 1989, the company is based in Grapevine, Texas.
In August 2018, we acquired Embark General, a full-service managing general agency that provides sales distribution, underwriting, policy administration, and claims processing across various segments of the personal lines insurance market. Embark partners with a variety of carriers and independent agents across the United States.
In May 2022, we made a majority investment in Fleming Holdings, a P&C capital solutions provider focused on both prospective and retrospective offerings for small and mid-sized P&C companies across the US, Bermuda, and Europe / UK.
In 2022, we established Gracent, a provider of multidisciplinary services including applied behavioral analysis, speech therapies, neuropsychology, and diagnostics to support people with autism and related disorders. Gracent operates a network of outpatient clinics in the Illinois and Texas markets.
In October 2023, we invested in Hadron, a hybrid insurance carrier that provides technology, services, and balance sheet capital capacity to managing general underwriters. Initially launching in the U.S., Hadron has plans to expand to other geographies (e.g. UK) over time.
In November 2021, we acquired Horizon Investments, a pioneer in providing modern goals-based investment management. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Charlotte, Horizon uses goals-based investment strategies – delivered through their proprietary GAIN PROTECT SPEND framework – to help financial advisors and their clients improve the investment experience.
In December 2014, we acquired a majority stake in Hybrid Apparel, a full service design, development, sourcing, and apparel distribution company based in Cypress, California. Founded in 1997, Hybrid has a world-class sourcing and global supply chain infrastructure, with expertise in customer delivery and service across a wide-range of apparel categories and geographies.
In October 2014, we acquired a majority stake in INtuitive Health (fka Legacy ER & Urgent Care). INtuitive Health was founded in 2008 to offer a unique healthcare services model combining both urgent care and emergency care in an outsourced / freestanding format. INtuitive Health’s unique hybrid model has distinct advantages relative to competition, as it triages patients appropriately based on the acuity of their cases, avoiding unnecessary costs of unwarranted emergency care. The Company currently operates clinics in the Dallas, Texas area.
In November 2018, we invested in The Juice Plus Company (“Juice Plus+”), a direct seller of whole food-based nutritional products. Founded in 1971, Juice Plus+ primarily focuses on fruit and vegetable capsules and sells in the U.S. and more than 20 countries worldwide.
In November 2020, we invested in Kinetic Advantage, a de novo floorplan finance platform led by industry veterans. Kinetic is focused on serving independent auto dealers across the US, providing a customer-focused alternative to the legacy providers.
In October 2016, we invested in Kuvare Holdings, a growth-oriented insurance holding company focused on providing life insurance and annuity solutions to middle-market customers. Kuvare has completed multiple acquisitions since ACP’s original investment and currently operates three insurance carrier entities: Guaranty Income and Life Insurance Company (GILICO), United Life Insurance Company, and Kuvare Life Re, a Class-E Bermuda reinsurer.
In November 2013, we acquired Mervin Manufacturing, a leading producer of snowboards and other board sports equipment selling under its Lib Tech and GNU brands and as a licensee of the ROXY brand. Mervin was a carve-out from Quiksilver, a global action sports apparel company that was in the process of rationalizing its business lines. Mervin’s brands have a strong position as the clear leaders in the premium segment of the snowboard market.
In November 2023, we invested in Mini Melts USA, a vertically-integrated, premium beaded frozen novelty brand, manufacturer and distributor. Mini Melts operates a network of distribution depots across the United States to service its thousands of automated kiosks, grab-and-go freezers, serving carts and more. Mini Melts can be found nationwide at leading convenience and drug stores, zoos, amusement parks, malls, sports venues, and many other retail outlets.
In August 2022, we invested in 101 – Food Lifecycle Solutions, Inc. (“101”), a leading provider of eco-friendly, waste management services for food processors and retailers. 101 is a go-to partner for food manufacturers seeking sustainable and ESG friendly waste management solutions. 101 repurposes food residuals from manufacturers and retailers into nutritious livestock feed, compost, and green energy products like bio-gas – reducing waste, landfill usage, and greenhouse gas emissions.
In February 2022, we made a majority investment in Service Minds, a leading residential provider of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing services based in Sarasota, Florida and a franchisee of the Mister Sparky, One Hour Heating & AC, and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing brands.
In December 2020, we acquired Specialized Packaging Group, a leading, vertically-integrated provider of protective packaging products and one of the largest independent manufacturers of protective packaging in North America. SPG currently operates across North America under two divisions, IVEX and ProtecPac. Since our initial investment in the platform, we have completed multiple add-on acquisitions.
In December 2012, we acquired Tacala and a related company, Boom Foods (which was later divested). In December 2013, Tacala acquired Austaco, a large group of Taco Bell restaurants based in Austin, TX. Tacala is now the largest franchisee of Taco Bell restaurants in the country, operating over 319 in the southern United States.
In July 2013, we formed Tall Tree Foods, an ACP specialty foods holding company. Tall Tree’s first investments include: Richard’s Cajun Foods and Blue Ribbon Bacon and Sausage*. Richard’s, founded in 1981 and based in Lafayette, Louisiana, is a leading manufacturer of a variety of authentic Cajun products. Richard’s has exceptional brand equity and distribution in its core markets. Blue Ribbon has been a leading South East Texas bacon and sausage brand since 1946. The brand has a long history and very high awareness in its core markets.
In May 2014, we acquired a majority stake in Klement Sausage (“Klement’s”), a leading manufacturer of premium sausage based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Founded in 1956, Klement’s has a portfolio of smoked, fresh and summer sausage, snack sticks and deli meats. Klement’s adds to the basis of Tall Tree Foods, an ACP specialty foods holding company.
In August 2016, we acquired The January Company (“January”), a leading manufacturer of Chinese-style meat products based in Kent, Washington. Founded in 1948, the company is renowned for its high quality, authentic and great-tasting Chinese-style sausage and BBQ pork products sold throughout the United States under the Kam Yen Jan and Yangtze brands.
In March 2021, we invested in WAVE, a leading value-added distributor of connected home, audio/video, and residential security products to customers across several channels, including custom integrators, security dealers, and homebuilders.
