

“In HALO, we saw the opportunity to acquire an industry-leading platform that’s supported by best-in-class leadership and sales teams,” said Shamik Patel of TPG Growth.

They are supported by a team of more than 500 corporate service professionals. Known for its industry-leading customer service, HALO has a nationwide salesforce of more than 1,200 dedicated and resourceful account executives who provide clients with creative, consultative marketing and recognition solutions. The company operates across two business lines: HALO Branded Solutions, one of the world’s largest distributors of promotional products serving many of the largest companies around the globe and HALO Recognition, which designs and administers employee incentive and rewards programs for enterprise customers. Headquartered in Sterling, Illinois, HALO partners with more than 60,000 clients across the country to provide creative solutions. We look forward to leveraging their growth and business-building expertise as we continue to expand and enhance operations.” “TPG Growth is a hands-on partner that understands our business and supports our vision. “At HALO, we strive to provide our clients with innovative, customized solutions that showcase their brand and values,” said Marc Simon, CEO of HALO. The transaction, which is expected to close in the second quarter, is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. TPG Growth acquired the company from Audax Private Equity. Sterling, IL Fort Worth, Texas and San Francisco – – TPG Growth, the middle market and growth equity platform of global alternative investment firm TPG, announced today that it has partnered with management to acquire HALO Branded Solutions, a leading marketing services platform that distributes promotional products and provides employee recognition services. Leading promotional products distributor to leverage firm’s experience in business services
