Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Acquires Shipley Do-Nuts from Peak Rock Capital

Peak Rock Capital Affiliate Acquires Shipley Do-Nuts

January 6, 2021

Restaurants & Hospitality

An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital has completed the acquisition of Shipley Franchise Company and Shipley Do-nut Flour & Supply Co. The Shipley family will remain investors while Peak Rock plans to support the brand's growth across its network of more than 300 franchised locations; Shipley is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Acquires Kilwins

March 13, 2023

Food & Beverage

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) has acquired Kilwin's Quality Confections, Inc. and Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc. (together, Kilwins), a franchisor, retailer, manufacturer and distributor of premium chocolate, ice cream and confectionary products. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Petoskey, Michigan, Kilwins operates over 150 locations across 25 states; founders Robin and Don McCarty will retain an ownership interest and financial terms were not disclosed. LLCP said it will work with management to accelerate growth through franchise expansion, new channel opportunities and product innovation.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners and Management Acquire USA Industries from Sky Island Capital

December 16, 2025

Manufacturing

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) has partnered with USA Industries’ management team to acquire USA Industries, LLC from Sky Island Capital. USA Industries, a South Houston-based manufacturer of piping isolation, tube plugs, orifice plates and heat-exchanger tools, will continue to be led by CEO Justin Watts as a platform investment for LLCP's Lower Middle Market Fund III; financial terms were not disclosed.

Petra Capital Partners and Patriot Capital Acquire Shipley Associates

September 12, 2022

Professional Services

Petra Capital Partners and Patriot Capital have acquired Shipley Associates, a Kaysville, Utah-based business development consulting and training firm. The transaction transfers ownership from Shipley's legacy owners to the two investment firms to support Shipley's global growth, technology-enabled innovation, and continued leadership in capture, proposal, and training services.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners and Management Acquire Tropical Smoothie Cafe

September 8, 2020

Restaurants & Hospitality

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) partnered with Tropical Smoothie Cafe's management team to acquire Tropical Smoothie Cafe, a leading franchisor of fast-casual cafes with over 870 units across 44 states. The company will continue to be led by CEO Charles Watson and the existing executive team as LLCP works with management to grow unit count, improve franchisee unit economics and expand system-wide sales; debt financing was provided by Golub Capital.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Acquires NSL Analytical Services

June 28, 2024

Industrial Services

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) has acquired NSL Analytical Services from May River Capital. NSL, a Cleveland-based materials testing and analytical laboratory serving aerospace, advanced materials and electronics markets, will partner with LLCP and management to expand testing capabilities and geographic footprint; financial terms were not disclosed.