Description: Renegade
is the leading manufacturer of specialty trailers
and recreational vehicles serving primarily
the motor sports market. The Company manufactures
all of its vehicles on commercial chassis,
utilizing proprietary manufacturing techniques,
which allows motorsports enthusiasts, and other
consumers with large cargo capacity needs,
to tow heavy loads safely. Kibbi sells its
products to a network of specialty vehicle
and trailer dealers.
Background/Purpose: Kibbi,
founded in the mid-90s, had experienced many
years of rapid growth to become the leader
in its niche market. The founder was faced
with the need to significantly expand Kibbi's
production capacity to support growth and continued
market expansion, but also had a desire for
greater diversification of personal financial
assets. The partnership with ShoreView has
provided growth capital and allowed the owner
to experience a substantial liquidity event
while maintaining day-to-day operational control.
Growth Strategy:
The current expansion of
the Company’s production facilities,
the second since ShoreView’s
investment, will approximately double the
production capacity of the business
Support organic growth
by increasing its dealer network and pursuing
new product
introductions
Results:
Kibbi’s profits have increased
approximately 60% since the closing of the
transaction
The
Company is poised to experience continued
rapid growth and increased market share
Significant
opportunity for “second bite” at
the apple for the founder