Vertical Supply Group

Vertical Supply Group (“VSG”), is a leading value-added distributor, manufacturer and e-commerce retailer of high-consequence-to-cost, safety- and productivity-enhancing products for arborists and other work-at-height markets. Founded in 1964, VSG has developed a legacy of product innovation and technical expertise, along with an unwavering culture of customer service and responsiveness. This legacy, coupled with the company’s distinctive portfolio of market-leading brands, has led to entrenched relationships with a highly fragmented and growing network of professional customers across the tree care, electric utility, technical rescue and outdoor climbing and recreation markets. As the industry’s established acquiror of choice led by a talented and proven management team, VSG is well positioned for continued growth and sector leadership across the rapidly expanding work-at-height markets.

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Situation

BlackArch was retained by Vertical Supply Group and Platte River Equity to serve as the company’s financial advisor.

BlackArch’s Customized Solution

The transaction builds upon BlackArch’s significant momentum in the specialty distribution, e-commerce and safety solutions sectors and is a further example of the firm’s ability to drive successful outcomes for high-growth, market-leading businesses with differentiated go-to-market strategies.

Outcome

Vertical Supply Group partnered with Gridiron Capital.

Industries:

Consumer Products & Services, Distribution, Energy & Industrial Services

Location:

Greensboro, NC

Transaction type:

Sellside Advisory