GenNx360 Capital Partners, a New York City-based private equity firm investing in middle market business-to-business industrial and business services companies, in partnership with the management team of Whitsons Culinary Group, has made a majority investment in Whitsons. 

Headquartered in Islandia, NY, Whitsons is a provider of dining services to consumers and public and private organizations throughout the Northeast.

Paul Whitcomb, CEO of Whitsons stated, “We are excited to partner with GenNx360, whose deep operational expertise and track record of building platforms will be a tremendous asset to us as we drive our next phase of rapid growth. GenNx360’s investment in Whitsons will enable us to focus on driving our mission of enhancing life one meal at a time.  We will continue to build our team and our services and expand our reach to serve more communities wholesome and delicious meals. There will be no changes to our day-to-day management and operations, and the Whitcomb family will remain actively involved in the business.”

Daphne Dufresne, GenNx360 managing partner said, “Whitsons is led by an impressive management team who has built an industry-leading platform. We look forward to supporting Paul, Beth and the rest of the team in executing upon their growth strategy.” 

Rishi Verma, GenNx360 principal said, “The transaction reflects the strength and resilience of Whitsons’ business model and is a testament of our ability to partner with family-owned companies.”

Whitsons was represented by JMP Securities LLC who served as Whitsons’ exclusive financial advisor and Burns & Levinson LLP who served as Whitsons’ legal counsel.