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| Client: |
Waterbury Acquisition Corporation ("Waterbury" or the "Company") |
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| Business: |
Waterbury, founded in 1812, is one of the oldest manufacturing companies in the U.S. and is the world's leading manufacturer of proprietary prouducts, formulas and technologies for controlling and eliminating germs, odors and pests in commercial, institutional, agricultural and other environments. The Company has operations in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and serves customers in over 70 countries around the world. |
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| Client Objective: |
Since 1998, Waterbury's owners, J O Hambro Capital Management, Mezzanine Management, and Company management, had grown the Company significantly, both organically and via targeted acquisition. In 2004, as a mature investment in both J O Hambro's and Mezzanine Management's investment funds, the owners decided to pursue a sale of the Company. BGL, having recently sold one of Waterbury's most prominent competitors in 2003, was selected as the exclusive financial advisor and selling agent. |
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| Results: |
BGL targeted a select group of strategic and financial buyers with relevant industry and end-market expertise. Waterbury attracted considerable interest from both strategic and financial bidders due to its impressive financial results, proprietary products, strong global market presence, and excellent growth prospects. Ultimately, Wind Point provided the most compelling proposal both financially and through its unwavering dedication to growing all facets of the business. Waterbury's management participated in the buyout with Wind Point. |
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