Capstone Partners advised Bauer Performance Sports Ltd. in its acquisition of Inaria International.
Bauer Performance Sports Ltd. (TSX:BAU), a portfolio company of private equity firm Kohlberg & Co., is a leading consumer branded provider of hockey and lacrosse athletic equipment.
Bauer retained Capstone Partners to refine its apparel expansion strategy and explore acquisition opportunities in the space.
Inaria is a Toronto, Canada-based company that designs and manufactures a full-line of customizable, pro-style team uniforms and athletic apparel.
This acquisition enables Bauer to provide athletes with “head-to-toe” equipment and apparel solutions through its specialty retailer partners while expanding into the soccer association sales channel under the Inaria brand.
Working with [Capstone Partners] on this transaction was seamless as their expertise guided us from start to finish. Throughout the process, [Capstone Partners] exhibited a deep understanding of our goals, a broad network of relationships and tireless dedication. We look forward to continuing a close relationship with [Capstone Partners] as we continue our strategic growth plans.
