NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Graycliff Partners LP today announced the addition of Gregory Olson,
former Chief Development Officer for Ichor Systems, as an Operating
Partner. In this role, Mr. Olson will work closely with Graycliff’s
investment team to source and evaluate new transactions and support
current portfolio company management teams within Graycliff’s dedicated
equity strategy.
Prior to Ichor, Mr. Olson was the President and CEO of Talon
Innovations, a Graycliff portfolio company, from 2012-2017. Under his
leadership, Talon grew organic EBITDA 10X, acquired two companies, and
added over 350 new jobs. Prior to joining Talon, Mr. Olson spent
seventeen years at Graco Inc. in executive roles including Director of
Global Engineering and Director of Global Product Marketing.
“We are excited to have Greg as a dedicated member of our investment
team,” said Andrew Trigg, Graycliff Managing Partner. “We have worked
closely with Greg and found his judgment, operating expertise and
leadership skills well aligned with Graycliff’s investment strategy. We
believe his contributions will be integral to managing growth and
creating value in Graycliff’s portfolio.”
“Graycliff was an invaluable partner during my time at Talon,” said Mr.
Olson. “I look forward to working with the team in this new capacity.”
Graycliff is also pleased to announce the promotion of Duke Punhong to
Managing Partner and Brandon Martindale to Managing Director. Mr.
Punhong joined Graycliff’s predecessor, HSBC Private Equity, in 2004
from Cornerstone Equity Investors and prior to Cornerstone was a banker
in the Financial Sponsors group at Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc. Mr.
Martindale joined in 2008 from the Corporate and Investment Banking
group at Wachovia Securities.
About Graycliff Partners LP
Graycliff Partners is an investment firm focused on lower middle market
investments. Graycliff seeks to partner with companies led by strong,
entrepreneurial management teams, providing capital for acquisitions,
management buyouts, recapitalizations, growth and expansion. For more
information about Graycliff Partners visit www.graycliffpartners.com.
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