FORT MYERS, Fla., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CenterGate
Capital ("CenterGate"), an Austin-based private equity investment firm,
announced today that its affiliate has made an investment in The
Mulch and Soil Company ("TM&SC"), a leading provider of lawn
and garden products throughout the Southeastern United States.
Headquartered in Fort Myers,
FL, TM&SC is one of the largest manufacturers and
distributors of high-quality mulches, premium planting and potting
soils, decorative bark, other ground cover products, and
complementary landscape products and supplies in the rapidly
growing Florida market. TM&SC
operates four manufacturing and distribution facilities, which
serve a diverse mix of lawn and garden retailers, commercial
landscapers, and mulch installers. In addition, TM&SC
manufactures and markets the Jungle Growth® family of products, a
longtime trusted brand of premium value-added soil.
CEO Mark West will continue to
lead the business and serve on its Board of Directors. "We are
excited about our partnership with CenterGate and what it means for
our employees, customers, and vendors," commented West.
"CenterGate's investment will provide us the capital and strategic
resources to continue to grow our market presence, capability set,
and geographic reach."
Tiffany Kosch, Managing Partner
at CenterGate Capital, added, "We are enthusiastic to partner with
Mark and the entire TM&SC team. The management team has an
impressive history of success and a compelling vision for the
future. We look forward to helping them execute on that
vision."
About The Mulch and Soil Company
TM&SC is a manufacturer and distributor of mulches, premium
soils, decorative bark, and other ground cover products to lawn and
garden retailers and commercial landscapers. Headquartered in
Fort Myers, Florida, the company
operates a network of manufacturing and distribution locations from
which it serves customers throughout the southeastern United States.
About CenterGate Capital
CenterGate Capital is a private equity firm focused on creating
value for its stakeholders and investors by proactively partnering
with management. CenterGate brings a balance of financial and
operational experience and strategic insight to assist management
in driving long-term sustainable growth in lower middle market
companies. CenterGate focuses on investing in lower middle market
companies with $20 to $250 million of revenue. For more information,
please visit http://www.centergatecapital.com.
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