Salt Creek Capital

Salt Creek Capital Acquires MML Diagnostics Packaging MML Diagnostics Packaging is a provider of contract manufacturing and packaging services for medical OEMs. #contractmanfuacturing #PackagingServices

We're excited to announce the inaugural winners of our Salt Creek Capital CEO Summit Awards, presented at our recent 11th Annual CEO Summit. These awards recognize outstanding achievements across our portfolio companies.   CEO of the Year: Kyle Sinclair, (SDE) Sinclair Designs & Engineering Kyle demonstrated exceptional leadership during a period of high growth, guiding his team to deliver outstanding performance while building a strong company culture. His personal development as a leader has been equally impressive.   Exit of the Year: Pacific Shoring Products, LLC, led by CEO Bruce Russell Bruce and his team executed an outstanding exit with thoughtful decision-making and flawless execution, delivering an excellent outcome for both investors and management. The business continues to thrive post-transaction.   New Acquisition of the Year: AR-EN Party Printers Inc, led by CEO John Heflin John and his team achieved a fast start post-close, accelerating growth through new dealer relationships, product line extensions, and capacity expansion. The leadership transition was seamless, with clear team alignment around strategic goals.   Congratulations to this year's award winners! In a year with many outstanding performers across our portfolio, these leaders truly stood out.   #PrivateEquity #Leadership #SaltCreekCapital

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 11th Annual Salt Creek Capital CEO Summit!   This perennial highlight of our year brought together our portfolio company CEOs, Executive Partners, business partners, and the Salt Creek team for a productive weekend of collaboration and learning. The JW Marriott in Las Vegas provided an exceptional venue for this year's gathering.   We're grateful for the thoughtful insights and active participation that made this event so valuable. These annual summits play a vital role in supporting our portfolio companies' growth and development, while strengthening partnerships with our Executive Partners as we identify and acquire new platform investments.   We hope everyone left with fresh ideas, stronger relationships, and great memories from the weekend.   #PrivateEquity #CEOSummit #Leadership #SaltCreekCapital

We are honored to be recognized as a 2026 Top 50 PE Firm by Grady Campbell for the ninth consecutive year. The firm also received two inaugural awards as a Top 50 PE Firm for Executives in the Middle Market and a Top 50 PE Firm for Founders in the Middle Market. Grady Campbell’s Top 50 PE Firms in the Middle Market is the original and most respected program specifically designed to acknowledge and promote the leading private equity firms in the middle market. The Top 50 PE Firms for Executives award recognizes firms that create strategies enabling executives to succeed. “These recognitions reflect our commitment to building lasting partnerships with both the executives who lead our portfolio companies and the founders who entrust us to carry on their legacies,” said Dan Phelps, Managing Partner of Salt Creek Capital. “We founded our firm over 16 years ago and developed our Executive Partner Program specifically to work closely with talented executives to successfully transition leadership of founder led and family owned businesses. We’re honored to be acknowledged and grateful to the exceptional management teams who drive value creation across the portfolio.” Full press release: https://lnkd.in/gHt2N5MH #privateequity #pe

We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Nanoptix Inc., a leading provider of printing technologies for the global gaming, lottery and kiosk industries. Founded in 1996, Nanoptix has earned a reputation for having superior technology, as well as excellent value and leading customer support. The company's founder, Daniel Vienneau, commented, “Nanoptix’s sale to Salt Creek Capital exemplifies the hard work and dedication of our cohesive management team and employees over the past 29 years, who have established the Company as a highly respected global supplier of printing technologies to the gaming industry". Gary Kurnov, Principal of Salt Creek Capital, added, “We are excited to partner with Nanoptix and support the seasoned management team as they lead the Company forward. Nanoptix has demonstrated consistent growth by delivering uncompromising reliability for mission-critical transactions of operators in the casino, lottery, betting, and amusement industries. The Transaction will enable Salt Creek Capital and the Nanoptix team to capitalize on the Company’s solid foundation to continue expanding market share within existing verticals and take advantage of attractive, new opportunities supported by the Company’s expanding product line and customer reach". Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gR8rvpvd #privateequity #acquisition #PE

We are pleased to announce the acquisition of NORTHROCK INDUSTRIES, INC., a leading manufacturer of high-quality, American-made industrial construction tools, including concrete vibrators, ceiling grinders, and industrial-grade fish scalers. Headquartered in Bohemia, New York, Northrock has built a reputation for durable, domestically manufactured equipment. We look forward to continuing the legacy of quality and service that have defined Northrock since 1992, under the leadership of CEO Bret Schmitz. Gary Kurnov, Principal at Salt Creek Capital, added, “We are thrilled to partner with Northrock Industries and support Mr. Schmitz as he leads the Company forward. Northrock operates on a truly differentiated platform in the construction equipment market, with high-quality, American-made products and in-house manufacturing capabilities. We see tremendous opportunity for growth as the Company expands its geographic coverage and continues to grow the customer base.” Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gs4wxJTs #privateequity #acquisition #PE

Salt Creek Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Real Diagnostics (RealDx), a specialist diagnostic laboratory serving small and mid-sized specialty practices across 17 states. RealDx brings state-of-the-art microbiology and molecular testing—including UTI, toxicology, respiratory, and women’s health panels—powered by a proprietary LIS and industry-leading 24-hour TAT. We’re excited to partner with CEO Cary Breese and the RealDx team to accelerate growth and continue advancing antimicrobial stewardship through PCR and AST testing—delivering faster, more accurate results for patients and physicians. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gfdvmCzr #healthcare #diagnostics #PEnews #privateequity #lowermiddlemarket

We’re pleased to announce the promotions of Yu (Ricky) Zhang and Paul Huiras to Vice President and Daniel Alameh to Senior Associate. Please join us in congratulating Ricky, Paul, and Daniel on these well-deserved promotions and their continued impact across our portfolio. #PrivateEquity #LowerMiddleMarket #SaltCreekCapital

Salt Creek Capital has acquired Infinity RRGB Ventures, Inc.—the sole Canadian franchisee of Red Robin Canada, operating 11 restaurants across British Columbia and the third-largest franchisee in the Red Robin system. We’re proud to partner with CEO Jamie Reeves, who will continue leading day-to-day operations alongside the existing management team. With 40+ years serving Canadian families, 1.6M annual guests, and 150k loyalty members, Infinity has built a resilient platform for growth. We thank former owner Sudhir Santos for his stewardship and look forward to supporting Infinity’s next chapter—enhancing guest experience, expanding intelligently, and strengthening Red Robin’s presence in B.C. Timothy Cripe and Bobby Sheth, Principal and Senior Managing Director, respectively, of Salt Creek Capital, added, "The success of Infinity reflects the outstanding leadership of the entire management team. We are thrilled to support the Company in this next chapter of strategic growth and development under Jamie Reeves' leadership and are confident they will have continued success in the Canadian market." Complete press release here: https://lnkd.in/gHaBz6ik #privateequity #acquisition #PE #redrobin

Salt Creek Capital has acquired Infinity RRGB Ventures, Inc.—the sole Canadian franchisee of Red Robin Canada, operating 11 restaurants across British Columbia and the third-largest franchisee in the Red Robin system. We’re proud to partner with CEO Jamie Reeves, who will continue leading day-to-day operations alongside the existing management team. With 40+ years serving Canadian families, 1.6M annual guests, and 150k loyalty members, Infinity has built a resilient platform for growth. We thank former owner Sudhir Santos for his stewardship and look forward to supporting Infinity’s next chapter—enhancing guest experience, expanding intelligently, and strengthening Red Robin’s presence in B.C. Timothy Cripe and Bobby Sheth, Principal and Senior Managing Director, respectively, of Salt Creek Capital, added, "The success of Infinity reflects the outstanding leadership of the entire management team. We are thrilled to support the Company in this next chapter of strategic growth and development under Jamie Reeves' leadership and are confident they will have continued success in the Canadian market." Complete press release here: https://lnkd.in/gHaBz6ik #privateequity #acquisition #PE #redrobin