Thompson Street Capital Partners Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of 5 Star Pest Solutions
Gracie Gottlieb | 18 July, 2023
Thompson Street Capital Partners ("TSCP"), a private equity firm based in St. Louis, has announced the acquisition of 5 Star Pest Solutions LLC ("5 Star") by PestCo Holdings, LLC ("PestCo"), a TSCP portfolio company. This strategic move positions PestCo for future growth in the Indianapolis market and strengthens its presence in the highly fragmented pest control industry.
Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, 5 Star is a leading provider of commercial pest control services, specifically catering to multi-family communities in the greater Indianapolis area. With PestCo's team and resources backing them, 5 Star is well-positioned to expand its services while maintaining its commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to its customers. The terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
This acquisition marks the eleventh investment for PestCo, which was formed to consolidate the pest control industry by acquiring and integrating companies operating in this space.
Jay Keating, CEO of PestCo, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, "5 Star is an established company with a strong focus on quality. We see this as a great opportunity for PestCo to enter the Indianapolis market and provide growth opportunities for the business, as well as career advancement for the 5 Star team."
Jeff Aiello, Managing Director at TSCP, also shared his excitement about the expansion of PestCo's presence. He said, "Thompson Street is thrilled to be entering the Indianapolis pest control services market through this acquisition. We are looking forward to partnering with the 5 Star team to support their next phase of growth."
Thompson Street Capital Partners is a St. Louis-based private equity firm that specializes in investing in founder-led middle market businesses. Since its founding in 2000, TSCP has acquired over 200 companies in sectors such as Healthcare & Life Science Services, Software & Technology Services, and Business Services & Engineered Products. With over $4.5 billion under management, TSCP focuses on accelerating growth, both organically and through complementary acquisitions, by partnering with management teams to enhance value.
The acquisition of 5 Star Pest Solutions by PestCo Holdings is a strategic move that aligns with Thompson Street Capital Partners' investment strategy and further strengthens PestCo's position in the competitive pest control industry. With their combined expertise and resources, PestCo and 5 Star are poised for continued success in delivering exceptional pest control services to their customers.
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