Case Study on Industry Roll-up/Consolidation

Background: Linsalata Capital Partners Fund III, LP invested in Alpha Shirt Company in April 1999. At that time, Alpha enjoyed sales of $245 million. It was one of three or four companies vying to lead the imprintable sportswear distribution industry. Alpha, and its competitors, served as wholesalers between large apparel mills and the multitude of small decorators, team dealers and corporate promotion houses.



Case Study on Industry Roll-up/Consolidation

Investment Thesis: Alpha’s owner sought LinCap’s help to transition from third generation ownership as the company faced significant investment and operating demands to sustain its rapid growth curve and make the leap to national distribution amidst increasing complexity. LinCap’s experience was well suited to facilitate the building of systems, controls and organizational depth to realize management’s vision. Click here to read more…

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