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B&R Auto Announces New Executive and Board Appointments

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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CORVALLIS, Ore., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- B&R Auto ("B&R"), a leading value-added provider of recycled automotive parts and a portfolio company of Highview Capital, LLC ("Highview"), today announced the hire of Jason Reinwald as Chief Financial Officer as well as the appointments of Ramzi Hermiz and John Kett to the Board of Directors ("Board").

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  • Reinwald held senior roles in Finance, Operations and Training & Development, and most recently served as a Vice President for Market Supply, where he managed a 60+ person team.
  • He previously held finance roles with CorSolutions Medical, RCT Systems and National Material L.P. Jason is a Certified Public Accountant.
  • John Kett brings over 25 years of experience in the auto recycling industry.
  • "We are thrilled to have them on board and look forward to working together to drive B&R's next chapter of growth."

Highview Capital Acquires WilMar, To Merge With Randall Foods

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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Highview Capital (Highview) today announced it has acquired Jobbers Meat Packing Co., doing business as WilMar (WilMar).

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  • Highview Capital (Highview) today announced it has acquired Jobbers Meat Packing Co., doing business as WilMar (WilMar).
  • WilMar, a protein processor specializing in ground beef solutions, will merge with Highviews portfolio company, Randall Foods (Randall).
  • Randall Foods partners with grocery customers to provide all types of processed and value-added case-ready meats, including a variety of fresh prepared meals and marinated, ready-to-cook offerings.
  • Since Highview acquired Randall in February 2021, the company has maintained its strong customer-centric culture while also scaling for further growth through expanding its exceptional management team and investing in capital expenditures.

UK Energy Security Undermined by Lack of Energy Storage Capabilities

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
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New analysis commissioned by Highview Power1 , the leading developer of long-duration energy storage (LDES), reveals that an acute lack of long-duration energy storage capabilities is undermining the UKs ability to reduce its dependence on gas and achieve long-term energy security.

Key Points: 
  • New analysis commissioned by Highview Power1 , the leading developer of long-duration energy storage (LDES), reveals that an acute lack of long-duration energy storage capabilities is undermining the UKs ability to reduce its dependence on gas and achieve long-term energy security.
  • Since the energy crisis began in September 2021, the UK has wasted over 1,300 GWh of wind power enough free renewable energy to power 500,000 homes a day.
  • The same survey also reveals that a majority (81%) would support investment from the UK Government in energy storage .
  • This will reduce dependence on gas, stabilise energy costs and deliver energy security.

Highview-Backed National Fire & Safety Announces Acquisition of Absolute Fire Protection

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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National Fire & Safety (NFS), a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of Absolute Fire Protection (Absolute), a leading fire and life safety service provider, headquartered in Glendale, AZ.

Key Points: 
  • National Fire & Safety (NFS), a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of Absolute Fire Protection (Absolute), a leading fire and life safety service provider, headquartered in Glendale, AZ.
  • Danny Trotter, founder of Absolute Fire Protection, commented, Since founding Absolute Fire Protection in 2016, we have remained a family-owned and operated business.
  • Absolute Fire Protection (Absolute) is a leading fire and life safety services business headquartered in Glendale, AZ.
  • National Fire & Safety is a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform, backed by Highview Capital.

Highview-Backed National Fire & Safety Announces Acquisition of Commercial Fire Protection

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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
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National Fire & Safety (NFS), a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of Commercial Fire Protection (CFP), a tech-enabled fire and life safety service platform headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

Key Points: 
  • National Fire & Safety (NFS), a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of Commercial Fire Protection (CFP), a tech-enabled fire and life safety service platform headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.
  • CFP Founder and CEO Dave Edwards will be a significant minority shareholder in National Fire & Safety and continue to lead CFPs operations.
  • Gilbert, Managing Director at Highview and Chairman of National Fire & Safety, added, CFP is a clear strategic fit that continues NFS transformation into a national service platform.
  • Commercial Fire Protection (CFP) is a leading fire and life safety platform headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

Highview Capital Announces Acquisition of Watterson

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
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Highview Capital, LLC (Highview) today announced its acquisition of Watterson (the Company), a leading national facility services company, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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  • Highview Capital, LLC (Highview) today announced its acquisition of Watterson (the Company), a leading national facility services company, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
  • Following the close of the acquisition, Billy Watterson, Wattersons founder, and Steve Peldiak, Wattersons President, will both retain significant minority stakes in the business.
  • I founded Watterson with the goal of providing an unmatched service offering in the facility management space, said Billy Watterson, Founder of Watterson.
  • We are extremely impressed with the Watterson management team and their vision to further grow and scale, said Steve Russell, Senior Portfolio Manager of Highview Capital.

Highview-Backed National Fire & Safety Announces Acquisition of Texas Fire Alarm

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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TFAs service-focused operations complement NFS growing presence of best-in-class fire & life safety service businesses in the Texas market.

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  • TFAs service-focused operations complement NFS growing presence of best-in-class fire & life safety service businesses in the Texas market.
  • Jody Parker, CEO and founder of Texas Fire Alarm, commented, Today is an exciting day for Texas Fire Alarm.
  • The National Fire & Safety team shares our focus on reliable service and operational excellence, and we will further strengthen our customer service offering by partnering with National Fire & Safety.
  • Texas Fire Alarm (TFA) is a leading fire and life safety services business headquartered in Wills Point, Texas and led by founder Jody Parker.

GS Foods Group Acquires Thurston Foods, Expanding and Strengthening Operations

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Monday, November 1, 2021
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GS Foods Group, Inc. (GS Foods or the Company), a leading specialized food distributor owned by affiliates of Highview Capital, LLC (Highview) and A&M Capital Partners (AMCP), today announced its acquisition of Thurston Foods, Inc. (Thurston Foods) a full-service food distributor based in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Key Points: 
  • GS Foods Group, Inc. (GS Foods or the Company), a leading specialized food distributor owned by affiliates of Highview Capital, LLC (Highview) and A&M Capital Partners (AMCP), today announced its acquisition of Thurston Foods, Inc. (Thurston Foods) a full-service food distributor based in Wallingford, Connecticut.
  • The acquisition of Thurston Foods is another important step in GS Foods continued expansion as we work to reach more customers nationwide with leading product offerings and our unique expertise, said Sean Leer, CEO, GS Foods.
  • Going forward, Thurston Foods leadership team will collaborate closely with GS Foods as the two companies expect a seamless transition and continued operational excellence for Thurston Foods existing customers and surrounding community.
  • GS Foods Group (GS Foods) is a family of specialized foodservice distribution companies.

Highview-Backed National Fire & Safety Announces Acquisition of All Pro Fire Protection

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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National Fire & Safety, a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of All Pro Fire Protection, a leading fire and life safety services business headquartered in Littleton, CO.

Key Points: 
  • National Fire & Safety, a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform and a portfolio company of Highview Capital (Highview), today announced its acquisition of All Pro Fire Protection, a leading fire and life safety services business headquartered in Littleton, CO.
  • Following the acquisition, Mr. Lennon will continue to lead All Pro Fire Protection from its Colorado headquarters and will work closely with the National Fire & Safety team based in Denver.
  • The acquisition expands National Fire & Safetys operations in Colorado and further strengthens its service offerings in the high growth Denver market.
  • National Fire & Safety is a leading end-to-end fire protection and life safety solutions platform, backed by Highview Capital.

GS Foods Expands with New Distribution Center in Missouri

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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The establishment of GS Foods Missouri facility follows the opening of new distribution centers in Pennsylvania and Texas earlier this summer and two distribution centers in Oregon and Colorado last year .

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  • The establishment of GS Foods Missouri facility follows the opening of new distribution centers in Pennsylvania and Texas earlier this summer and two distribution centers in Oregon and Colorado last year .
  • GS Foods now has distribution centers in nine states including Pennsylvania, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Virginia, Louisiana, California and Missouri.
  • To learn more about GS Foods, visit: GSFoodsGroup.com
    GS Foods Group (GS Foods) is a family of specialized foodservice distribution companies.
  • GS Foods independent subsidiaries, Good Source Solutions, Inc. and Gold Star Foods, Inc., collectively serve over 8,500 customers nationwide.