LAKESIDE PARTNERS ADVISES Manufacturer of Branded and Private Label Sandwiches ON ITS Recapitalization by Union capital
Lakeside Partners (“Lakeside”), a boutique investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions advisory, served as the exclusive financial advisor to a leading manufacturer of branded and private-label sandwiches (the “Company”) in its recapitalization by Union Capital (“Union”). The Company is a diversified food manufacturer recognized for its premium ready-to-eat sandwiches, fully cooked eggs, and potato-based meal kits and bowls. The partnership with Union provides strategic capital and resources to accelerate the Company’s next phase of growth, supporting continued expansion of its product portfolio and customer relationships across the food industry.
The transaction, led by Taylor Fish at Lakeside Partners, underscores the firm’s expanding expertise in the food manufacturing sector. “We were fortunate to work with an exceptionally dedicated and talented management team that has built an outstanding platform,” said Fish. “We’re excited to see how far this business can go in the years ahead.”
The Company’s Co-Founder and CEO commented, “We had a terrific partnership with the Lakeside team and greatly appreciated their guidance and commitment throughout the process. They went above and beyond to ensure a successful outcome for our Company and team.”
Chad Clark, Partner at Union Capital, said, “We are thrilled to partner with such a strong management team and appreciate the Lakeside team’s collaboration throughout the process. We’re excited about the future and the opportunities this partnership will create.”
Lakeside’s deep industry expertise and long-standing relationships within the food manufacturing sector enabled the team to design a highly targeted outreach strategy and execute a competitive process that resonated with the most relevant buyers. Lakeside led every aspect of the transaction – from strategic positioning and materials development to investor outreach, negotiations, and process management – ensuring speed, alignment, and a successful outcome for all parties. The engagement underscores Lakeside’s expanding presence in the sector and its continued commitment to delivering exceptional results for founder-led businesses.
Greg Starnes and the Woods Fuller team served as legal counsel to the Company.
About The Company
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in the Upper Midwest, the Company is a leading provider of high-quality, ready-to-eat food solutions. With a focus on culinary excellence and customer service, the Company offers food manufacturing, private labeling, and custom packaging for a variety of markets, including hospitality, retail, and foodservice. Its flexible approach to product development and commitment to quality have earned it trusted partnerships with leading brands across the industry.
About Union Capital (www.unioncapitalassociates.com)
Union Capital is a private equity firm specializing in investments in founder-led and family-owned businesses in the lower-middle market. Since 1968, the firm has focused on operational excellence and long-term partnerships, helping companies unlock growth through strategic support and experienced leadership. Union brings deep industry expertise across sectors including food, manufacturing, business services, and marketing.
About Lakeside Partners (www.lakesidepartners.com)
Lakeside Partners, which has offices in Minneapolis, MN, Seattle, WA, and Sioux Falls, SD, provides M&A advisory services to privately-held businesses. The firm has extensive expertise serving businesses across multiple industry verticals including business services, industrials, food & beverage, consumer & retail, specialty distribution, and technology, among others.
For more information about our firm or this transaction, please contact:
Taylor Fish
Partner
tfish@lakesidepartners.com
605.759.0341
Tom Newell
Managing Partner
tnewell@lakesidepartners.com
206.295.9746
Geoff Turgeon
Director
gturgeon@lakesidepartners.com
612.812.0476
Matt Holcomb
Vice President
mholcomb@lakesidepartners.com
952.239.4297
Chris Haekenkamp
Analyst
chaekenkamp@lakesidepartners.com
612.401.6753