Edko is a leading provider of herbicide-based vegetation management services to utilities, municipalities and other operators of infrastructure rights-of-way.
How We Partnered
Transaction Dynamics
A recapitalization of the company in partnership with the owner and management. The owner and management invested significant proceeds in the transaction.
Investment Thesis
- Established player in a highly-fragmented, niche space
- Recession resistant end market with attractive tailwinds
- Loyal customer base generating stable, reoccurring revenue
- Multiple growth levers including executing acquisitions and investing in both resources and new product development
Incline Value Enhancement
- Pursue add-on acquisitions to expand geographic footprint
- Invest in new product development to expand suite of services for new and existing customers
- Improve internal systems to enhance reporting capabilities and optimize field operations