Achieve Growth and Success with Levine Leichtman Capital Partners: A Leading Private Equity Firm

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners ("LLCP"), a renowned private equity firm based in Los Angeles, has recently announced the successful sale of its portfolio company SK AeroSafety ("SK") to Bridgepoint, a global private equity firm. With a track record spanning 39 years and a proven investment strategy, LLCP has consistently demonstrated its ability to drive growth and success across various sectors. This latest exit marks LLCP's 17th successful transaction since March 2020, further solidifying its position as a key player in the financial services industry.

SK AeroSafety, headquartered in Wokingham, United Kingdom, is a leading global provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for aircraft safety equipment. Over the years, the company has established itself as a market leader through organic growth initiatives and strategic international acquisitions. With 14 fully integrated facilities across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, SK excels in providing top-notch aircraft safety testing, inspection, and maintenance services.

Under the guidance of LLCP and the leadership of Chris Wright, Ben te Beek, and Robert Sims, the management team at SK AeroSafety has successfully positioned the company as a key player in its specialized safety component niche. LLCP's support in executing a successful mergers and acquisitions strategy and international expansion plan has been instrumental in achieving significant growth for SK. With LLCP's deep experience in investing across Europe and the U.S., the partnership has proven to be a catalyst for SK's expansion and success in the global market.

Looking ahead, SK AeroSafety is poised for continued growth and success as it continues to build on its position as the leading global provider of aircraft safety MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services. Chris Wright, CEO of SK AeroSafety, expresses gratitude for the partnership with LLCP over the past four years, emphasizing their contribution to SK's growth trajectory. With LLCP's expertise and support, SK has been able to achieve meaningful growth and is excited about the future prospects of the company.

Throughout the transaction, LLCP received financial advisory services from Houlihan Lokey LLP and legal counsel from Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. On the other hand, Liberty Corporate Finance and Addleshaw Goddard LLP advised the management team.

With a global team of dedicated investment professionals led by nine partners, LLCP has managed approximately $13.3 billion of institutional capital across 15 investment funds, making it a force to be reckoned with in the private equity landscape. LLCP's differentiated Structured Private Equity investment strategy, which combines debt and equity capital investments, provides management teams with tailored, flexible growth capital solutions. LLCP's investment structure has proven to be a more attractive alternative to traditional private equity, empowering companies to achieve their growth ambitions.

Currently managing $8.7 billion of assets, LLCP has offices in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Charlotte, Miami, London, Stockholm, The Hague, and Frankfurt. With its extensive experience and proven track record, LLCP continues to be a trusted partner for businesses seeking growth and success in various sectors, including Franchising & Multi-unit, Business Services, Education & Training, and Engineered Products & Manufacturing.

In conclusion, the recent sale of SK AeroSafety marks another successful exit for Levine Leichtman Capital Partners. By partnering with LLCP, businesses gain access to a wealth of expertise, a tailored investment approach, and a track record of driving growth and success. With LLCP's support, companies can achieve their growth ambitions and establish themselves as leaders in their respective industries.