New PE Firm Targets M&A Opportunities in Aerospace and Defense, Government Services
Summary
Axle Point arrives as one of the few PE firms in California with deep operational experience in navigating the federal government’s complex military and defense ecosystem. That stems from the principals extensive network of contacts in the beltway and beyond, developed over years of acquiring, operating and successfully selling companies such as emergency government services provider Ellipse Global. Reflective of the firm’s focus, Managing Partner Gerik Degner recently returned from Ukraine, where he studied the latest in Electronic Warfare (EW) technologies and other military applications. He will team with Axle Point Principal Jacob Call, a well respected 10-year Navy SEAL and COO/Chief Legal Officer Tricia Desmarais, a tenured operator and attorney in highly regulated industries, in finding prime investment opportunities. Mr. Degner added, “By bringing our investor and operational acumen alongside exceptional management teams inside our portfolio companies, we are well positioned to manage those complexities and build enduring value for all stakeholders.” Axle Point Capital’s seasoned investment team has over 55 years of combined experience in operations, investing, and advisory services within the lower middle market.