Foley Advises Eastern Metal Supply, a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, in Acquisition of Eagle Metal Distributors

Foley & Lardner LLP represented Eastern Metal Supply, one of the largest value-added distributors of aluminum products in the United States and a Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”) portfolio company, in its acquisition of Eagle Metal Distributors, Inc.

Founded in 2004, Eagle is an Orlando-based distributor of aluminum products, patio screens, and other related offerings used in the installation and repair of pool enclosures and screen rooms. The acquisition marks Eastern Metal Supply’s continued expansion into new regions, with the company now operating fifteen distribution and manufacturing facilities across nearly 1.6 million square feet.

Wynnchurch is a leading middle-market private equity investment firm. Wynnchurch’s strategy is to partner with middle market companies in the United States and Canada that possess the potential for substantial growth and profit improvement. Wynnchurch manages a number of private equity funds with $9.2 billion of regulatory assets under management and specializes in recapitalizations, growth capital, management buyouts, corporate carve-outs, and restructurings.

The Foley deal team was led by partners Omar Lucia and Gjina Lucaj with support from associates Charlie Inclan and Zachary Ulewicz.