Argand Partners Acquires Capezio (Ballet Makers Inc.)
April 21, 2025
Argand Partners, a New York-based middle-market private equity firm, has acquired Ballet Makers Inc. (the Capezio brand) from the Terlizzi and Giacoio families; terms were not disclosed. Backcast Partners provided senior secured debt and preferred equity to support the transaction, and several family members — including CEO Michael Terlizzi — will remain invested and in management as Argand pursues product innovation and international growth.
- Buyers
- Argand Partners, Backcast Partners
- Targets
- Ballet Makers Inc. (Capezio)
- Sellers
- Terlizzi family, Giacoio family
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- New Jersey, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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