One Equity Partners

One Equity Partners is proud to announce that Partner Greg Belinfanti has been named President of the firm. Belinfanti has been with OEP for more than 17 years and an important member of OEP’s Investment Committee, Operating Committee, and Valuation Committee since the firm’s spin out from JPMorgan in 2015. He succeeds founder Dick Cashin who will continue to serve as Chairman and play an active, full-time role in managing the firm and its investments. “Greg is an incredibly talented investment professional and a tremendous colleague who leads by example. He inspires his teammates every day and over many years has shown the commitment, drive and vision to lead One Equity Partners in the next chapter of its evolution,” said Cashin. #privateequity #leadership #succession

One Equity Partners congratulates portfolio company Cicor Group on its acquisition of Spanish electronics business Malaga Aerospace, Defense & Electronics Systems S.A.U. (MADES).   The acquisition of MADES strengthens Cicor’s pan-European platform for electronics production and design services for Europe’s fast-growing defense sector.

One Equity Partners congratulates portfolio company Ballymore Safety Products on its acquisition of material handling and storage solutions equipment business Valley Craft Industries, Inc.   The acquisition of Valley Craft significantly expands Ballymore’s domestic manufacturing footprint, broadens its product portfolio, and strengthens the company’s presence in a key region of the U.S. market. https://lnkd.in/eCQH9YZR

One Equity Partners’ Jamie Koven recently spoke to Mergermarket about how One Equity has continued to source new deals and generate liquidity in the current environment, driven by the firm’s strong culture of teamwork, which has been fostered by its deep bench of former Olympic athletes. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3DSfe7n Thanks to Tom Cane for the coverage! #privateequity #investment #profile

One Equity Partners is pleased to announce its acquisition of CraftMark Bakery, a supplier of bakery products for the quick service restaurant and in-store retail bakery space. Leveraging the firm’s prior experience in the sector and in partnership with the CraftMark management team, we plan to invest to expand the company’s service offerings and to execute strategic M&A opportunities in the large and growing North American frozen bakery space. Read more about the deal here: https://bit.ly/4hXJ7RK #privateequity #investing #foodservice #specialtyfoods  

One Equity Partners portfolio company Armis recently completed the acquisition of cybersecurity specialist OTORIO, now part of Armis. OTORIO adds specialized capabilities in industrial control systems and operational technology security to the Company’s Centrix security platform. #cybersecurity #acquistion #technology #growthinvestment https://lnkd.in/eKCe6_4Z

One Equity Partners is honored to receive PE Hub’s “Mid-Cap Europe Deal of the Year” award for the sale of Walki Group to OJI HOLDINGS CORPORATION.   Through strategic M&A and operational initiatives to support growth, Walki expanded beyond its regional roots to become a pan-European leader in sustainable packaging. Under OEP’s ownership, the company expanded its market reach, diversified its product offerings, and advanced its sustainability initiatives.   This recognition highlights OEP’s ability to drive growth through transformational M&A and value creation initiatives.   Read about the transaction here: https://bit.ly/4bnAkXu  

One Equity Partners is proud to be named a 2025 Top PE Innovator by BluWave, LP! This award recognizes the top 2% of PE firms uniquely embracing proactive due diligence, transformative value creation, modern firm operations, and positive corporate citizenship. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4bfRo1n

One Equity Partners is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Wheeler Fleet Solutions, a leading distributor of aftermarket parts to the medium and heavy-duty vehicle fleet market, from VSE Corporation. OEP’s investment is expected to support strategic acquisitions and drive continued growth. Read more about the deal here: https://bit.ly/4h2AlBv

Jamie Koven, Partner, One Equity Partners, was recently interviewed by PE Hub to discuss the firm’s recent sale of W.W.Williams, an aftermarket trucking, engine, and power equipment service and parts provider. Jamie discussed W.W. Williams' strong North American presence, meaningful OEM relationships, and targeted add-on strategy, which OEP believes contributed to the continued growth of the business. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3Q3EcD7 Thanks to Obey Martin Manayiti for the coverage!