LOS ANGELES, CA – Charger Investment Partners (“Charger”), a leading private equity firm, has announced its strategic partnership with the management team of Wolf-Gordon Inc. (“Wolf-Gordon” or the “Company”) to finalize the acquisition of Wolf-Gordon. This significant move marks an expansion of Charger Investment Partners’ portfolio and underscores its commitment to investing in market-leading businesses with strong growth potential. Wolf-Gordon, headquartered in New York City, is a renowned designer, marketer, and supplier of premium interior surface products catering to diverse sectors including hospitality, healthcare, education, corporate, restaurants, and retail.
Wolf-Gordon boasts a comprehensive and innovative product range that includes commercial, PVC-free, and natural wallcoverings, alongside specialized solutions such as RAMPART® wall protection, upholstery textiles, Scuffmaster® paint, and cutting-edge GATHER® Acoustical solutions. For nearly six decades, Wolf-Gordon has established itself as an indispensable partner within the commercial interior design industry, recognized for its extensive and pioneering product offerings, exceptional customer service, and unwavering dedication to sustainability. The company’s commitment to design excellence was recently highlighted by its “Best of NeoCON Gold Award” win in 2023 for the GATHER Acoustical line, further solidifying its position as a premier design partner in the interior surfaces market.
Rick Wolf, President of Wolf-Gordon, expressed enthusiasm about the new partnership, stating, “We are excited to partner with Charger Investment Partners. Charger shares our future vision and brings valuable resources and expertise to continue enhancing our customer service. We look forward to leveraging Charger’s expertise and operational insights to build upon our legacy and drive Wolf-Gordon’s success for many years to come.”
Kimberly Pollack, Co-Founder and Partner at Charger Investment Partners, also commented on the acquisition: “Charger Investment Partners is thrilled to collaborate with Rick and the Wolf-Gordon management team. The Company’s impressive history and loyal customer base are a clear indication of its leading position in the wallcovering and interior surfaces industry. We are eager to work closely with the team to facilitate the Company’s continued growth and expansion.”
Karen Parks, Managing Director at Charger Investment Partners, further emphasized the strategic rationale behind the investment: “This investment exemplifies Charger Investment Partners’ dedication to partnering with exceptional management teams and investing in industry-leading businesses. We are confident in Wolf-Gordon’s significant growth prospects and are excited to support Rick and his team in their future endeavors.”
The financial terms of this transaction remain undisclosed. Charger Investment Partners received legal counsel from Massumi + Consoli LLP, while BlackArch Partners served as their advisor.
About Charger Investment Partners
Charger Investment Partners, based in El Segundo, California, is a private equity firm focused on investing in dynamic, mid-sized companies across the industrial, services, and consumer sectors. Charger seeks to partner with companies where its operational expertise and flexible capital approach can drive significant value enhancement. The firm’s principals bring decades of experience in building market-leading businesses, utilizing a range of transaction types including ownership transitions, corporate carve-outs, and recapitalizations. For more information about Charger Investment Partners, please visit: https://www.chargerinv.com/
About Wolf-Gordon
Wolf-Gordon is a distinguished American design company committed to inspiring and enabling the creation of exceptional interiors. Since its inception in 1967 as a commercial wallcovering specialist, Wolf-Gordon’s high-performance product portfolio has expanded to include PVC-free and natural wallcoverings, RAMPART® wall protection, upholstery textiles, Scuffmaster® paint, Wink® dry-erase surfaces, digitally printed materials, and the new GATHER® Acoustical solutions. Wolf-Gordon develops forward-thinking and relevant products, frequently collaborating with leading international designers to bring innovative perspectives to architectural and design clients nationwide. With account executives in major US markets, Wolf-Gordon prioritizes the aesthetic, technical, and sustainability considerations crucial for a trusted supplier in the commercial design industry. For more information about Wolf-Gordon, please visit: http://www.wolfgordon.com
Contacts
Paul Wolf
Managing Director, Charger Investment Partners
(310) 372-5525
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