M&A Deal Summary

Lynx Equity Limited Acquires Of Things Past

On January 1, 2012, private equity firm Lynx Equity Limited acquired furniture company Of Things Past

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Lynx Equity Limited’s 1st transaction in the Furniture sector.
  • This is Lynx Equity Limited’s 16th transaction in Canada.
  • This is Lynx Equity Limited’s 15th transaction in Ontario.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2012-01-01
Target Of Things Past
Sector Furniture
Buyer(s) Lynx Equity Limited
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Of Things Past

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
of Things Past was incorporated in November 1985 and opened in February 1996 in Toronto. They are a consignment showroom of fine furniture and accessories. …of Things Past has since grown from their first location of 4,000 sq. ft. to their current 22,000 sq. ft. showroom with the addition of a second boutique location in Rosedale. With the motto “From one fine home to another”, …of Things Past accepts better quality home furnishings on consignment. They sell items that range from antique to contemporary. In addition to furniture, …of Things Past also sells fine china, silver, glass and interesting accessories, paintings, area carpets, lamps and much more.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Lynx Equity Limited

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2007
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Lynx Equity Limited is a Canadian private equity firm focused on acquiring small, profitable business with $750K to $2.5 million of EBITDA. The Firm does not have any sector preferences and will consider opportunities throughout North America. Lynx Equity Limited was formed in 2007 and is based in Toronto.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 18 of 52
Sector (Furniture) 1 of 1
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 18 of 51
State (Ontario) 15 of 28
Country (Canada) 16 of 34
Year (2012) 4 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2012-01-01 Baker Shoe Company

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Baker Shoe Company is one of Canada’s leading full-service importer and distributor of lifestyle, comfort and active footwear. Established over 50 years ago, Baker Shoe is renowned for its ability to source unique shoes, build strong brands and deliver superior customer service. Today, Baker Shoe has sales representation from coast to coast in Canada and imports footwear from all over the world. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Baker is the exclusive distributor in Canada for Alegria, LAMO, Viking, BioFeet, Snipe and OTZShoes. Baker Shoe believes that its success is dependent on the success of its own customers. Baker Shoe is a leader in providing quality footwear to independent retailers all across Canada.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2013-01-01 Fine Line Imports

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

For 30 years, based out of Toronto, Canada, Fine Line Imports has specialized in the import, wholesale and distribution of quality contemporary women’s fashion to retail customers across Canada and the United States. In 2004 it became the exclusive creator of two collections – Fresh FX and Uptown Girl – Fresh FX is still sold to Canadian chain stores and boutiques coast-to-coast through their large wholesale distribution network. Clotheshead, another Fine Line collection, is sold throughout the United States. Retail come back to Fresh FX and Clotheshead season after season for their innovative designs and great price points that boost their bottom line.

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