KKR has just published its 2016 Global Macro Outlook authored by Henry McVey, KKR’s Head of Global Macro and Asset Allocation. The paper is titled “Adult Swim Only,” and in it Mr. McVey cautions investors on the year ahead while noting that there are still pockets of investment opportunities. “In laymen’s terms, today’s market conditions…...
Archives for January 13, 2016
Winona Capital Has New Partner
Winona Capital has promoted Jason Sowers to Partner. Mr. Sowers has been with Winona Capital since 2008. “We’re extremely pleased to welcome Jason to the partnership position,” said Laird Koldyke, Managing Director of Winona Capital. “Jason has an unparalleled understanding of the retail industry and has proven his ability to accelerate consumer demand and significantly…...
Tonka Sells Circuit Check to North Branch
Tonka Bay Equity Partners has sold its portfolio company Circuit Check to North Branch Capital. Circuit Check (CCI) is a manufacturer of test interfaces for printed circuit boards and other electronic and electro-mechanical devices. The company was founded in 1979 and is based northwest of Minneapolis in Maple Grove, MN (www.circuitcheck.com). Tonka Bay led the…...
Topspin Partners Acquires Polder Housewares
Topspin Partners has acquired Polder Housewares, a designer, marketer and distributor of branded, housewares products in the kitchen storage and prep, home organization, and laundry categories. Polder’s management team will remain with the company and will continue to be led by its current CEO Calvin Scott. “Polder has experienced 10 years of uninterrupted growth, and…...
Vista Equity Partners Invests in Vivid Seats
Vista Equity Partners has made a growth equity investment in Vivid Seats, a secondary ticket marketplace for live sports, concerts and theater events. According to Vista, Vivid Seats is well positioned within the growing secondary ticket exchange market. The company offers an easy-to-use online interface and dedicated mobile apps, giving customers a safe and convenient…...
