J&J Ventures Gaming LLC announces its acquisition of Illinois Gaming Systems LLC. located in Naperville, IL.  In the transaction, J&J Ventures Gaming is purchasing all gaming operations of Illinois Gaming Systems, a service, operations and marketing provider in the gaming industry.  J&J Ventures Gaming is a portfolio company of Oaktree Capital.

J&J Ventures CEO, Bob Willenborg said “Service and integrity are integral qualities of J&J.  The integration of the IGS team allows us to strengthen these aspects and provide more to our partner locations as well as the J&J team.  We are honored to welcome all IGS customers and employees and look forward to new relationships.”

“We are extremely excited about integrating with one of the largest and most respected terminal operators in Illinois.  This powerful combination will provide additional resources and growth to our IGS family,” stated COO Chris Cunning.

IGS, and its affiliates in Oregon and West Virginia, have specialized in the operation and development of video gaming retail establishments throughout the United States since 1992.

Wells Fargo and Stone Canyon Capital Advisors served as financial advisors to Illinois Gaming Systems. Kirkland & Ellis served as legal representation for J&J Ventures Gaming.