Our goal is to acquire and operate a domestic, industrial business.
Founded by former McMaster-Carr leaders John Rosensweig and John Shoemaker, Vertex is rooted in hands-on experience and a deep respect for the the kinds of businesses that keep America running. Backed by a seasoned group of investors with access to over $1 billion in capital, we have the resources and flexibility to pursue a sizable, long-term acquisition.
We’re operators who focus on building great companies, not flipping them or breaking them apart. That belief is built into our name. A vertex is where paths meet, and for us, it represents carrying a business forward while respecting the work that came before it.
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Our Mission and Values
We started Vertex to keep American industrial businesses operating in their communities. Our work is grounded in integrity, powered by people, and measured by results.
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Who We Are
We’re operators seeking ownership. After working with thousands of industrial businesses during the pandemic, we saw the need to preserve the legacy of small American businesses.
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Meet Our Partners
We're backed by a team of world-class investors, business owners, and entrepreneurs. They believe in our vision, our operating experience, and the long-term value of industrial businesses.