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Amtraco Family of Companies

Our team advised Amtraco Family of Companies on securing financing from Amerisource Business Capital to support its next phase of growth.

Amtraco Family of Companies

Transaction Details

Debt Placement Advisor

Year: 2024

Client: Amtraco Family of Companies

Industry: Industrials & Manufacturing

Hedquarters: Franksville, WI

Website: www.amtraco.com

Overview

Completed by the Vantage Investment Banking team under a prior firm, Amtraco Family of Companies, a global holding company with operating units focused on manufacturing and distributing masking and racking products to the industrial finishing industry, has secured financing from Amerisource Business Capital to support its next phase of growth.

About Amtraco

Amtraco Family of Companies comprises several operating businesses, including Engineered Products Services, Inc. (EPSI) and Specialty Tapes Manufacturing (STM) that cater to the masking and racking needs of industrial finishing and plating companies. EPSI is recognized as a leading manufacturer and distributor of masking products, custom rubber items, and hanging systems designed to protect items during the coating or finishing process. STM specializes in creating innovative pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes for a variety of applications, such as assembly, bonding, mounting, sealing, and protection. With operations in the United States, Canada, China, Germany, and Mexico, Amtraco serves a global customer base across various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, appliances, fabricated metals, medical, industrial, and electronics.

About Amerisource

Amerisource Business Capital, headquartered in Houston, TX, is a leading independent direct lender and provider of capital to small and lower middle market businesses seeking senior debt and equity for growth capital, turnaround, or special situations. Founded in 1984, Amerisource has provided over $2 billion in financing to over 1,600 companies across the United States and Canada.

Deal Team

Vantage Investment Banking
Mike Burmesch

Mike Burmesch

Partner
Alex Penkwitz

Alex Penkwitz

Vice President

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With over a decade of middle market investment banking experience, Mike brings extensive transactional and advisory expertise to the team. He has advised on more than 40 M&A, Debt Placement, and Capital Raising transactions spanning the industrials & manufacturing, business services, technology & IT services, consumer products, and food & beverage industries.

In his role, Mike provides senior-level leadership across all aspects of transaction strategy and execution. He is actively involved in shaping go-to-market strategies, advising clients on valuation and deal structure, and leading negotiations with buyers, investors, and other counterparties. Mike oversees the development of marketing materials, manages buyer and lender engagement strategies, and guides clients through complex diligence and closing processes. His breadth of experience and strategic perspective allow him to provide clear, thoughtful advice to business owners and management teams, helping them navigate significant financial and strategic events with confidence.

Prior to entering investment banking, Mike worked as a Senior Accountant with Baker Tilly. Mike holds a BBA in accounting from St. Norbert College and is a licensed CPA.

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Alex Penkwitz

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Working in the middle market investment banking industry since 2020, Alex is responsible for leading the day-to-day execution of M&A transactions for the Vantage Investment Banking team. His responsibilities span all phases of the transaction process, including financial modeling and valuation analysis, preparation of marketing materials, buyer and investor outreach, and coordination of due diligence activities. He plays a central role in managing timelines, facilitating communication between clients and counterparties, and supporting negotiations to ensure smooth execution.

Alex has advised on more than 25 M&A, Debt Placement, and Capital Raising transactions across multiple industries, including industrials & manufacturing, business services, technology & IT services, consumer products, and food & beverage. His experience working with both privately held businesses and institutional investors gives him a well-rounded perspective on the strategic, operational, and financial considerations that drive successful outcomes.

Alex holds a BBA in finance from Marquette University, centering his education around investments and participating in the Accelerating Ingenuity in Markets (AIM) Program. 

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