Industrial Opportunity Partners
Private equityEvanston · Growth · 30 people tracked
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Investment thesis
IOP invests in middle-market manufacturing and distribution companies, which it views as the backbone of the economy. It applies a collaborative, partnership-based model that pairs experienced investing professionals with exclusive full-time Operating Principals who work directly with management throughout the investment period — from diligence and strategic planning through operational execution and exit. The firm takes a hands-on, 'boots-on-the-ground' approach, supporting companies through operational upgrades, cost optimization and growth initiatives, tailoring its involvement to each company's stage. IOP aims to create value for all stakeholders including employees, communities, customers, suppliers and investors.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.
Team · 30 people
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What they invest in
from 9 of 19 portfolio companiesAdvanced Manufacturing ×9FoodTech ×3Hardware ×3New Materials ×3Consumer ×2Logistics & Supply Chain ×2Mobility & Transportation ×2B2B Marketplaces ×1
HQs:United States×8
Investments · 19 tracked
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Edelbrock Group manufactures and distributes performance automotive aftermarket parts including valve train, drivetrain, supercharger, and fuel injection components for racers and enthusiasts.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerHardwareOlive Branch, US
Charcuterie Artisans is the parent company of four American-made charcuterie brands (Creminelli Fine Meats, Daniele, Del Duca, and La Quercia) that produce premium cured meats and salumi using Old World techniques combined with modern food safety standards.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Creative Foam manufactures custom engineered die-cut, formed foam, nonwoven and multi-material components for the transportation, healthcare, and industrial markets.
Advanced ManufacturingEnterprise SoftwareMedical DevicesNew MaterialsUnknown (offices throughout North America and Mexico), US
Dr. Peter T. Swallow
Harvest Food Group is a frozen food manufacturer offering end-to-end solutions including custom product development, quality assurance, and packaging for brands and retailers.
Advanced ManufacturingFoodTechNaperville, US
Mickey Truck Bodies manufactures custom truck bodies for commercial fleets, including refrigerated, vending, and beverage delivery solutions, using advanced precision fabrication and robotic welding systems.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationHigh Point, US
Matt Sink(President & CEO)inChristopher A. Smosna(Chief Financial Officer)Grant Hilliard(Vice President of Sales and Marketing)inRichard Mills(Chief Operating Officer)inHeather Miller(Vice President of Human Resources)in
Southern Case Arts manufactures customizable refrigerated island display cases for retail environments that showcase grab-and-go items, food, and beverages.
Advanced ManufacturingFoodTechHardwareRetail TechAlabama, US
Stratton Aviation provides commercial aircraft component solutions including parts inventory, purchase and lease options, and end-of-life aircraft services for airlines, maintenance repair organizations, and lessors.
Advanced ManufacturingB2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & Transportation
Transcendia manufactures and converts synthetic paper and film products for applications including backlit displays, point-of-purchase signage, retail graphics, menus, banners, tags, labels, and secure ID cards.
Advanced ManufacturingNew MaterialsPark Ridge, US
Scott Danielin
BoardCharles H. Gailliot(Executive Officer, Director)
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Forte Opening SolutionsGreenfiberHamilton Laboratory SolutionsLittle Giant Ladder SystemsNb Handy HoldingsPolyvision CorporationProImage Wholesale SignsRoyston GroupSignResource, LLCYork Design Group
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures
as of Jun 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Opportunity Partners, L.P.LPs: New Mexico Educational Retirement Board | 2006 | — | 24.3% | 2.99x | 2.99x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Industrial Opportunity Partners made?
- Industrial Opportunity Partners has 19 tracked investments.
- What stage does Industrial Opportunity Partners invest at?
- Industrial Opportunity Partners invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does Industrial Opportunity Partners focus on?
- Industrial Opportunity Partners focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Logistics & Supply Chain.
- Where is Industrial Opportunity Partners located?
- Industrial Opportunity Partners is headquartered in Evanston, US.
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