Wynnchurch Capital Expands Team, Fueling Growth and Investment Opportunities

Wynnchurch Capital, a leading middle-market private equity firm, has announced the expansion of its team with the addition of Brett Burns as an Associate and the inclusion of Yuri Douglas, Moe Alsabah, Justin Musialowicz, Colleen Arnold, and Jessica Exposito in its finance and administration teams. This strategic move will strengthen the firm's capabilities and contribute to its ongoing growth.

According to Chris O'Brien, Managing Partner at Wynnchurch, the new team members bring years of experience to the table, positioning the firm for continued success. This expansion aligns with Wynnchurch's vision of partnering with middle-market companies in the United States and Canada to realize their potential for substantial growth and profit improvement.

Brett Burns, who joins as an Associate, previously served as an Analyst in the industrials group at Houlihan Lokey. He holds a B.B.A. in Finance from the University of Iowa – Tippie College of Business. Yuri Douglas, a registered CPA, brings his expertise from various accounting roles at Makena Capital, Industrial Growth Partners, and Linden Capital. He earned a B.S. in Accountancy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Moe Alsabah, also a registered CPA, previously served as a Senior Associate at Standish Management and an Audit Associate at Miller Cooper & Co. He holds a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Justin Musialowicz, who holds an M.B.A. and a B.S. in Accounting from Johnson & Wales University, brings his experience as an Audit Intern at Suplee, Clooney & Company CPA. Colleen Arnold, with her background as an Administrative Specialist at Meta and an Executive Assistant at West Melrose Metal Recycler, will contribute her skills to the team. She obtained a B.A. in American Studies from Lake Forest College. Jessica Exposito, who previously served as an Office Manager at Robbins Trading Company, holds a B.A. in Community Health from the University of Illinois – School of Kinesiology, Urbana-Champaign.

With its $2.277 billion Fund V, Wynnchurch is actively seeking investment opportunities. Recently, Trimlite, a Wynnchurch Capital portfolio company, made a notable acquisition by acquiring Francis-Schulze Company, a leading distributor of exterior door products and hardware. This acquisition demonstrates Wynnchurch's commitment to expanding its portfolio and supporting the growth of its partner companies. Other recent investments include FloWorks, a distributor of critical flow control products; Industrial Service Solutions, a national provider of MRO-focused field, shop, and supply services; and FCA, a leading manufacturer of customized industrial protective packaging solutions.

Headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, Wynnchurch Capital was founded in 1999 and specializes in recapitalizations, growth capital, management buyouts, corporate carve-outs, and restructurings. With $5.7 billion of regulatory assets under management, the firm has established itself as a prominent player in the private equity industry. Its commitment to partnership, growth, and profit improvement has garnered success throughout the years.

In conclusion, Wynnchurch Capital's team expansion marks an exciting chapter in the firm's journey. With the addition of skilled professionals and a focus on investment opportunities, Wynnchurch is poised for continued growth and success in the middle-market private equity space.