Sigma Joins Forces with Wind Point Partners for Strategic Growth

Deal News | Apr 17, 2025 | Wind Point Partners

Sigma Joins Forces with Wind Point Partners for Strategic Growth

Wind Point Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm, has announced a partnership with Sigma Companies International Corp. Sigma, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Cream Ridge, NJ, is a manufacturer and supplier of waterworks infrastructure products. This partnership aligns with Wind Point's strategy to expand in the critical infrastructure sector, particularly through organic and M&A-driven growth strategies. Under Sigma's existing leadership team, the company has experienced significant growth and will continue to leverage Wind Point's resources and expertise. The partnership aims to expand Sigma's product lines and augment its market presence, reinforcing its reputation for quality and customer service. Wind Point evaluated Sigma's potential in collaboration with the newly appointed Board Chair, Frank Firsching, an experienced veteran in the industry. Legal and financial advisory support for the transaction was provided by Kirkland & Ellis LLP, KPMG LLP, and Janney Montgomery Scott LLC.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Waterworks Infrastructure

Geography

  • United States – Both Wind Point Partners and Sigma Companies International Corp. operate in the United States, which is the key geography for this partnership.
  • Canada – Sigma Companies International Corp. serves customer locations across North America, including Canada.

Industry

  • Private Equity – The article discusses Wind Point Partners, a private equity firm making a strategic investment.
  • Waterworks Infrastructure – Sigma Companies International Corp. is a manufacturer and supplier of products for waterworks infrastructure, a key focus of this transaction.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Wind Point PartnersInvestorCompanyA Chicago-based private equity firm investing in critical infrastructure and related services.
    Sigma Companies International Corp.Target CompanyCompanyManufactures and supplies waterworks infrastructure products to the United States and Canada.
    Victor PaisCEO & Co-founder of SigmaPersonCEO of Sigma, continuing in leadership post-investment.
    Larry RybackiPresident of SigmaPersonPresident of Sigma, involved in the continued management post-investment.
    Siddharth BhattacharjiVice Chairman of SigmaPersonVice Chairman of Sigma, involved in leadership during the investment.
    Peter LeemputtePrincipal at Wind PointPersonPrincipal at Wind Point, involved in the investment process.
    Frank FirschingChair of Sigma's BoardPersonExecutive Advisor at Wind Point, appointed Chair of Sigma's Board.
    Kirkland & Ellis LLPLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal advisory services to Wind Point for the transaction.
    KPMG LLPTransaction AdvisorCompanyProvided transaction advisory services in the deal.
    Janney Montgomery Scott LLCFinancial AdvisorCompanyServed as financial advisor to Sigma.