Rosemont's Wynnchurch Capital announces executive promotions

Rosemont-based Wynnchurch Capital, a leading middle-market private equity firm, recently announced the promotions of Greg Gleasonto to managing partner, and Erin Murphy, Neel Mayenkar, Mike Teplitsky and Scott Fitchto to partner.

"These promotions are a recognition of the hard work and significant contributions Greg, Erin, Neel, Mike and Scott have made to the growth and performance of Wynnchurch," said Chris O'Brien, managing partner.

Wynnchurch is actively seeking investment opportunities for its $2.277 billion Fund V. In September, Wynnchurch made its first Fund V platform equity investment when it acquired Labrie Environmental Group, a leading manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles across North America.

Other recent Wynnchurch investments include: Northern Wholesale Supply, a leading provider of RV and marine parts and accessories; The Wheel Group, a leading designer and distributor of branded aftermarket wheels, specialty tires and related accessories; and Drew Foam Companies, a leading manufacturer of custom fabricated and molded expanded polystyrene products.

Wynnchurch Capital, based in Rosemont with an office in California and an affiliate in Canada, was founded in 1999, and is a leading middle-market private equity investment firm. Wynnchurch Capital manages a number of private equity funds with $4.2 billion of committed capital under management and specializes in recapitalizations, growth capital, management buyouts, corporate carve-outs and restructurings.

For more information, please visit wynnchurch.com.