Contact TRANSACTIONS Back to Transactions PMCF Advises Century In Its Sale Transaction To Hillcrest Investment Partners August 17, 2021 Transactions Industrials, Metals & Manufacturing has been acquired by PMCF is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Century, LLC (“Century” or “The Company”) in a sale transaction to Hillcrest Investment Partners, LLC, a private investment group. Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Century is a leading supplier of heat treating and machining solutions. Over its history of more than 45 years, Century has evolved into a leading manufacturer of highly complex precision components, serving customers in aerospace, oil and gas, and industrial markets. The Company’s vertically integrated offering of precision machining capabilities, automated welding, and specialized heat treating services streamlines the supply chain and improves quality and turnaround times for customers. Century’s team of experienced engineers, machinists, and product line specialists take a methodical and comprehensive approach to each project. The Company’s focus on service, quality, and on-time delivery results in strong customer loyalty – 90% of customers have been with Century for 15 years or more. Bill Janis, former Owner and Chairman of Century, remarked, “Century has established a strong reputation in the market over multiple decades based on our focus and dedication to customer satisfaction. The Company has found a great home with Hillcrest Investment Partners. Their ability to leverage industry experience and continued investment in capabilities and technology will accelerate Century’s growth trajectory and result in even better service for our customers.” Century selected PMCF to serve as the exclusive investment banker in the transaction. Bill Janis added, “We couldn’t be happier with our decision to hire PMCF as our M&A advisor. The team was instrumental in achieving a successful outcome and was heavily involved in each phase of the process. PMCF’s industry expertise and ability to effectively communicate our story to the market was impressive, and I would highly recommend PMCF to any company considering a transaction.” The transaction closed in June 2021. Honigman LLP served as the legal advisor to the Company. ABOUT PMCF PMCF is a middle market investment bank providing merger and acquisition advisory services to private, public, and private equity owned companies. PMCF provides a broad range of services including sale advisory, acquisition advisory, capital raising, transaction planning and strategic advisory. The firm has dedicated professionals focused on plastics & packaging, business & technology services, automotive, distribution, transportation & logistics, aerospace & defense, medical technology, and consumer & retail industries. PMCF has offices in Chicago, Detroit, Denver, and globally through its ownership in Corporate Finance International™. Stay Informed Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest industry updates Subscribe Latest Transactions PMCF Advises Lakeside Plastics in its Sale Transaction to KB Components PMCF Advises Breeze, LLC in its Sale Transaction to Tithely PMCF Advises Century in its Sale Transaction to Hillcrest Investment Partners PMCF Advises Marcus Thomas in a Recapitalization Transaction with Svoboda Capital Partners PMCF Advises ATA National Title Group In Its Sale Transaction To CNL Strategic Capital Follow Us On Home About Team Careers M&A Services Buy Side Advisory Capital Raising Sell Side Advisory Transaction Planning & Readiness Review Industry Expertise Business Services & Technology Consumer, Food & Retail Healthcare Industrials Plastics & Packaging News & Insights Transactions News Industry Updates Perspectives Events ©2021 PMCF Member SIPC Member FINRA FINRA Broker Check Business Continuity Plan Disclaimer Privacy Policy