M&A Deal Summary

Nielsen Bainbridge Group Acquires NBGHome

On August 18, 2014, Nielsen Bainbridge Group acquired consumer products company NBGHome from Kohlberg & Company and Linsalata Capital Partners

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Nielsen Bainbridge Group’s 1st transaction in the Consumer Products sector.
  • This is Nielsen Bainbridge Group’s 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Nielsen Bainbridge Group’s 1st transaction in Texas.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2014-08-18
Target NBGHome
Sector Consumer Products
Buyer(s) Nielsen Bainbridge Group
Sellers(s) Kohlberg & Company
Linsalata Capital Partners
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Advisor(s) Houlihan Lokey (Financial)

Target

NBGHome

Austin, Texas, United States
NBG Home operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Germany and the U.S. and maintains strong relationships with leading Asian manufacturers across its home décor offerings.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Nielsen Bainbridge Group

Austin, Texas, United States
Category Company
Sector Business Services
DESCRIPTION

Nielsen Bainbridge Group LLC is a producers and distributors of high quality picture framing products, marketed under brands such as Pinnacle, Burnes, Nielsen and Bainbridge.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 1
Sector (Consumer Products) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 1
State (Texas) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 1 of 1
Year (2014) 1 of 1

Seller(S) 2

SELLER

Kohlberg & Company

Mount Kisco, New York, United States

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1987
PE ASSETS 11.0B USD
Size Mega
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Kohlberg & Company is a private equity firm which acquires middle-market companies with consistent cash flow, and underperforming companies with operational deficiencies. Kohlberg looks to commit $100 to $500 million of equity capital in opportunities valued from $200 million to $2 billion. Kohlberg generally looks for opportunities in the manufacturing and service sectors, however the Firm will also selectively consider businesses in food and healthcare. Kohlberg tends not to consider technology or communications companies. Kohlberg & Company was formed in 1987 and has offices in Mt. Kisco, New York.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 25 of 47
Sector (Consumer Products) 3 of 5
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 11 of 18
State (Texas) 2 of 4
Country (United States) 24 of 46
Year (2014) 4 of 6
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-07-30 Trico Products

Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States

TRICO is a global manufacturer, marketer and distributor of windshield wiper blades, systems and components. The Company operates as a fully integrated business with major market positions in both the Aftermarket and Original Equipment Manufacturer ("OEM") segments.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-09-29 Kellermeyer Bergensons Services

Maumee, Ohio, United States

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services is a provider of integrated facilities management services, including outsourced janitorial cleaning and other services, to some of the largest retail and grocery customers in the United States. Kellermeyer Bergensons Services was founded in 1967 and is based in Maumee, Ohio.

Sell -
SELLER

Linsalata Capital Partners

Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States

Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1984
PE ASSETS 1.4B USD
Size Large
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Linsalata Capital Partners is a middle-market buyout firm that targets equity investments in businesses operating in a broad range of industries. Linsalata looks to invest $15 to $50 million in businesses generating at least $5 million in EBITDA. The Firm will consider transactions valued up to $300 million. Target sectors include automotive aftermarket products, building products, business services, aerospace, commercial durables, consumer packaged goods, contract manufacturing services, direct marketing, education, ethnic products, food and beverage, food service equipment, health and safety products, healthcare services and outsourcing, hobby/crafts, home furnishing, home improvement products, industrial products, infastructure products, leisure/recreation, logistics, medical devices and diagnostics, niche apparel, outdoor/garden living, packaging, personal services, pet products and services, and plastics. Linsalata Capital was formed in 1984 and is based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 30 of 41
Sector (Consumer Products) 5 of 5
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 16 of 21
State (Texas) 3 of 4
Country (United States) 30 of 41
Year (2014) 3 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-08-15 Home Décor Holding

Bono, Arkansas, United States

Home Décor Holding Co. is a Provider of wall decor, lamps, decorative pillows, throw blankets, accent furniture and accessories.

Sell -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-11-12 U-Line

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

U-Line Corp. is a manufacturer of branded, undercounter ice making and refrigeration appliances sold through a national network of wholesale distributors which in turn sell to high-end residential and commercial appliance dealers and retailers.

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