University Games Acquires Maranda Games

University Games Acquires The Learning Journey International

December 21, 2023

Consumer Products

University Games, a San Francisco–based game and puzzle publisher, has acquired The Learning Journey International, an award-winning maker of educational, sensory, electronic, and construction toys based in Phoenix, Arizona. The Learning Journey's founders JB and Debbie Frere will remain in management; University Games said the deal expands its educational product portfolio and retail distribution worldwide.

GENDA Inc. Acquires Player One Amusement Group

July 15, 2025

Media & Entertainment

Tokyo-based entertainment operator GENDA Inc. has acquired Player One Amusement Group, a North American provider of amusement gaming equipment and outsourced operations, from private equity firm OpenGate Capital. The deal advances GENDA's roll-up strategy to expand its footprint and sales volume across North America.

Barrette Outdoor Living Acquires Madden Manufacturing

October 1, 2021

Building Products

Barrette Outdoor Living, a leading North American manufacturer of outdoor living products, acquired Madden Manufacturing of Lake Ozark, Missouri, a maker of railing products and screen enclosures. The deal expands Barrette's product portfolio and improves shipping and service capabilities to contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners across the country.

Bar Partners (Amuze) Acquires Gardner Games

August 21, 2023

Media & Entertainment

Bar Partners, an Amuze company, has acquired west-coast route operator Gardner Games to expand Amuze's amusement route portfolio and western U.S. presence. The deal brings Gardner Games' card-reader technology and route footprint into the Amuze/Bar Partners platform as an add-on acquisition.

Union Park Capital Acquires GAM Enterprises

December 12, 2025

Manufacturing

Boston-based private equity firm Union Park Capital has acquired GAM Enterprises, a Mount Prospect, Illinois manufacturer of precision gear reducers, couplings, and custom motion control solutions. The deal establishes GAM as the platform for Union Park’s new precision motion control strategy to accelerate growth, expand capabilities, and pursue strategic add-on acquisitions; terms were not disclosed.

Lax.com Acquires Universal Lacrosse

April 11, 2024

E-Commerce

Lax.com, the Norwalk-based lacrosse e-retailer and team dealer, has acquired competitor Universal Lacrosse, including its 10 retail stores and team sales division. The deal combines two leading lacrosse-focused ecommerce platforms to expand omnichannel reach, scale team sales capabilities, and strengthen Lax.com's position in the lacrosse market.