BRS Invests in Canada Pooch Ltd.
New York – April 17th, 2019 – BRS & Co. (“BRS”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced that it has invested in Canada Pooch Ltd. (“Canada Pooch” or the “Company”), a leader in premium branded, private label and licensed pet apparel and accessories. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Based in Toronto, Ontario, the Company designs, manufactures and sells high-quality, fashionable and functional pet apparel and accessories under the brand Canada Pooch....
BRS Invests in Organika Health Products Inc.
New York – March 1st, 2019 – BRS & Co. (“BRS”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced that it has made an investment in Organika Health Products Inc. (“Organika” or the “Company”), a Canadian manufacturer of nutritional supplements. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Since Organika’s founding in 1990, the Company has been dedicated to providing natural solutions that help people live healthier. Organika has developed a strong reputation for quality and...
BRS Realizes Distribution through Recapitalization of EOS Fitness
New York, January 7, 2019 – BRS & Co. (“BRS”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced a recapitalization of EōS Fitness (“EōS” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of an investment partnership managed by BRS. EōS Fitness is a leader in the fitness club industry offering High Value Low Price (HVLP®) gyms, which combine the pricing of a low-cost gym with a full suite of amenities including personal training, group fitness, cycling studios, swimming pools,...
BRS & Co. and Palladin Consumer Retail Partners Sell InMotion Entertainment Group to WH Smith PLC
New York, NY and Boston, MA - October 30, 2018 – InMotion Entertainment Group, LLC (“InMotion”), a portfolio company of BRS & Co. (“BRS”) and Palladin Consumer Retail Partners, LLC (“Palladin” or “PCRP”), today announced that it has executed an agreement to be acquired by WH Smith PLC (“WH Smith”). InMotion will continue to operate as a standalone business as part of WH Smith’s international travel business and be led by InMotion’s senior management team...
BRS Realizes Distribution through Recapitalization of BRS Outdoor Sports Holdings
NEW YORK, September 18, 2017 -- Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. (“BRS”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced a distribution to its limited partners resulting from the recapitalization of Gamo Outdoor SL (“Gamo”) and Daisy Manufacturing Company (“Daisy”) and other related entities. Gamo, based in Barcelona, Spain, is the premier global provider of high-quality airguns, pellets, optical equipment, airsoft products, related consumables and outdoor accessories. Daisy, based in Rogers, Arkansas, is the leading manufacturer...
BRS Realizes Distribution through Recapitalization of Simpson Performance Products
NEW YORK, September 11, 2017 -- Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. (“BRS”), a New York-based private equity firm, announced a distribution to its limited partners resulting from the recapitalization of Simpson Performance Products, Inc. (“Simpson” or the “Company”). Founded in 1959 and based in New Braunfels, TX, Simpson is the leading provider of critical motorsports safety equipment. Backed by best-in-class technical expertise, the Company has built a loyal following in the motorsports community among both...
DTLR and VILLA merge to create a retail leader in lifestyle footwear and apparel
On August 14, 2017, New York based private equity firms Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. and Goode Partners LLC completed a transaction that will merge DTLR, Inc. (“DTLR”) and Sneaker Villa, Inc. (“VILLA”) to form a leader in lifestyle footwear and apparel retailing. The merged company has a significant geographic reach with nearly 240 stores covering 19 states and the District of Columbia, spanning the East Coast from New York to Florida, the Midwest, the Southeastern...
BRS Acquires Daisy Outdoor Products
NEW YORK, NY - July 1, 2016 -- Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. ("BRS"), a New York-based private equity firm, announced today that it has acquired Daisy Outdoor Products ("Daisy"). The investment was made through BRS Outdoor Sports Holdings LLC, which also owns Gamo Outdoor SLU, the global manufacturer of high-quality airguns and other outdoor accessories and New Archery Products, the leading designer and manufacturer of fixed and mechanical broadheads, vanes and fletching and other...
BRS Realizes Distribution through Recapitalization of DTLR
NEW YORK, October 26, 2015 -- Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. ("BRS"), a New York-based private equity firm, announces a distribution to its limited partners resulting from the recapitalization of DTLR ("DTLR" or the "Company"). DTLR, based in Hanover, Maryland, is a leading specialty retailer targeting the young urban male. The Company operates 101 stores in eight regions: Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, the Carolinas, New York/New Jersey, Northern Florida, Virginia and Washington, D.C. DTLR is committed...