Cross Rapids Capital Recapitalizes PAK Quality Foods (including FrigiServe)
January 2, 2024
An affiliate of Cross Rapids Capital completed an equity recapitalization of PAK Quality Foods, LLC (which includes D Bar Cold Storage d/b/a FrigiServe). The transaction brings in Cross Rapids' capital and resources to support growth and expansion; John Pieper was appointed CEO while founders Gary and Patty Stokes remain significant shareholders. Debt for the recapitalization was provided by Maranon Capital L.P. and Manulife Investment Management.
- Buyers
- Cross Rapids Capital LP
- Targets
- PAK Quality Foods, LLC, D Bar Cold Storage, LLC (dba FrigiServe)
- Sellers
- Gary Stokes and Patty Stokes (founders / existing shareholders)
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Transaction Type
- Recapitalization
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