Praesidian Capital Makes Follow-On Equity Investment in Round 2, LLC

Praesidian Capital Acquires Controlling Interest in Round 2

January 25, 2021

Consumer Products

Praesidian Capital acquired a controlling interest in Round 2, a South Bend, Indiana-based collectibles company that designs and produces model kits, diecast models, slot cars and other hobby products. Praesidian said it will support Round 2's growth both organically and through acquisitions as part of its newly launched private equity strategy.

Round 2 (Praesidian Capital Portfolio) Acquires Big Country Toys

January 4, 2022

Consumer Products

Round 2, a collectibles platform backed by Praesidian Capital, has acquired Big Country Toys, an Arkansas-based designer, manufacturer and retailer of farm, ranch and rodeo toys and collectibles. The add-on expands Round 2's product offering into a new vertical and opens additional growth channels to mass merchants and hobby customers.

Praesidian Capital Acquires Leading Testing Business

August 26, 2021

Industrial Services

Praesidian Capital, a New York–based private equity firm, acquired a controlling interest in a leading materials/testing services business that serves energy, aerospace & defense, laboratory, steel & pipe and other industrial markets. Praesidian said it will partner with management to scale the business organically and through strategic acquisitions to expand capabilities and market share.

Praesidian Capital Invests in Action Target Inc.

December 5, 2023

Manufacturing

Praesidian Capital made a strategic equity investment in Action Target Inc., a Provo, Utah–based provider of shooting range solutions and services. The investment (Praesidian previously provided debt financing in 2016) will support Action Target’s aggressive growth strategy and expansion into new markets, while Praesidian brings private equity resources and industry experience.

Praesidian Capital Makes Strategic Equity Investment in Reel Power International

December 28, 2023

Manufacturing

Praesidian Capital, a private equity firm based in Oklahoma City, announced a strategic equity investment in Reel Power International, a manufacturer of capital equipment for material handling and control serving industrial, marine, and energy markets. The investment is intended to support Reel Power's growth initiatives and product development while partnering with management to expand the business.

Praesidian Capital Acquires Undisclosed Southwestern E‑commerce Distributor

April 12, 2022

Logistics & Distribution

Praesidian Capital acquired a controlling interest in a leading e‑commerce distribution business located in the Southwestern United States. Spirit Bank of Tulsa provided financing for the transaction and Ice Miller LLP served as legal counsel to Praesidian; the firm said the deal expands its e‑commerce activity and footprint in the Southwest.