Profile Products
Profile Products is a global developer and manufacturer of engineered horticultural growing media, erosion control products and soil amendments. The company’s products, including hydraulic mulch and soil conditioners, are cost-effective and environmentally-friendly solutions to a variety of end markets such as sports fields, golf courses, waste management, civil and private construction, horticulture and energy.
PORTFOLIO STORY
How We Partnered
Transaction Dynamics
A partnership with management to acquire the Company from its previous private equity owner. Management made a meaningful investment in the company as part of the transaction.
Investment Thesis
- Leading market position with recognized, valued brands
- Strong, demonstrable value proposition of core products
- Multiple avenues for growth, including new product introductions, channel expansion and geographic expansion
- Stable, diversified revenue base across varied end markets
Incline Value Enhancement
- Support organic growth and diversification through additional sales resources and diversification into new channels
- Invest in R&D capabilities to accelerate new product development
- Improve operations by consolidating volumes and streamlining processes
- Pursue strategic M&A opportunities
HEADQUARTERS
Buffalo Grove, IL
STATUS
Active
INDUSTRY
Specialized Light Manufacturing
INVESTMENT DATE
December 2018
Profile Products Story
Watch to learn what Jim Tanner at Profile Products, has to say about successfully partnering with Incline.
The management team is proud to have developed high performing, value-added products across a multi-brand platform. We serve a growing market with continued opportunities to expand penetration of existing products while developing technologies to serve needs in new markets. Incline’s cultural fit and relevant experience were very important to us when choosing them as our partner for the next phase of growth.