Investment Targets

The Hawthorn Group is seeking to acquire lower-middle-market manufacturing businesses in the Upper Midwest with $5–$30 million in annual revenue.Our intention is to operate these companies in the role of Chief Executive, while leveraging the technical expertise already present within the business.We are an ideal fit for owners looking to transition out of daily operations by providing the financial resources and experienced leadership to ensure the continued success of the businesses they have worked so hard to build.

Capabilities

I’m Bart Hoemann.With over 25 years of experience in manufacturing and finance - including roles at Kenworth Trucks and Amazon.com - I am eager to apply industry-leading capabilities to smaller industrial organizations.I have managed global supply chains, including supplier negotiations, logistics, and inventory optimization.My manufacturing background includes welding, molding, casting, trim/grind, painting, and low-volume, complex assembly.The safety of my employees is always my top priority.Every operation I lead has a clear goal to DELIGHT its customers.I maintain relationships with multiple experienced investors across the Midwest who bring ready access to capital, deep networks, and operational expertise. Together, we are ready and excited to put these resources to work.

Contact

Bart Hoemann
[email protected]
206.900.4271