Industrial Opportunity Partners

Industrial Opportunity Partners (IOP) is a private equity firm based in Evanston, Illinois, founded in 2005 by a group of finance and operations executives. The firm focuses on acquiring and managing middle-market manufacturing and value-added distribution businesses, typically with revenues between $50 million and $500 million. IOP has raised over $1.5 billion in committed capital from institutional investors, including endowments, pension funds, and foundations.

IOP employs a collaborative investment model, partnering with management teams to create value for all stakeholders—employees, communities, customers, suppliers, and investors. The firm emphasizes operational improvements and strategic guidance to enhance the performance of its portfolio companies. IOP's dedicated, full-time Board of Operating Principals, each with over 25 years of experience, work closely with management to implement initiatives that drive growth and profitability.

Since its inception, IOP has invested in more than 25 platform companies across various industrial sectors, including transportation, construction, agriculture, building products, and packaging. The firm's disciplined approach and operational expertise have enabled it to build a diverse portfolio of companies with strong market positions and significant potential for value creation.